Marketing & Communications Intern – Summer 2027

AEP; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Appalachian Power Company is seeking a paid Communications & Marketing intern for Roanoke, VA, Summer 2027. You will work with seasoned professionals to engage employees, strengthen customer relationships, and help drive business strategy.

You’ll write news releases, create social content, and draft web copy while collaborating with the Creative Services team on ads and presentations. The internship emphasizes learning in a Fortune 200 energy company and offers visibility across internal and

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in journalism, business, marketing, advertising, communications, or PR.
• Must have completed at least your freshman year
• Minimum 3.0 GPA
• Strong writing and organizational skills; attention to detail
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite; Canva and Adobe experience a plus
• Familiarity with AP Style

Responsibilities

• Write news releases and develop talking points for external stakeholders
• Create content for social media channels
• Draft web copy for corporate and operating company sites
• Write headlines, ad copy, and scripts with the Creative Services team
• Assist with corporate events and special projects

Skills

Strong writing

Excellent communication

AP Style

Time management

Research skills

Education

Pursuing bachelor’s degree in journalism, business, marketing, advertising, communications, or PR

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Canva

Adobe Suite

Job description

Appalachian Power Company is seeking a paid Communications & Marketing intern for Roanoke, VA, Summer 2027. You will work with seasoned professionals to engage employees, strengthen customer relationships, and help drive business strategy.

You’ll write news releases, create social content, and draft web copy while collaborating with the Creative Services team on ads and presentations. The internship emphasizes learning in a Fortune 200 energy company and offers visibility across internal and