Paid Summer Communications & Marketing Intern

AEP; Columbus (OH); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid internship

Job summary

American Electric Power in Columbus, Ohio is seeking a Summer Internship in Corporate Communications/Marketing for Summer 2027. You’ll gain hands-on experience alongside experienced pros, contribute to writing news releases, marketing copy, and internal communications, and learn about the energy industry through real projects.

The 10–12 week paid program offers mentorship, opportunities to attend site visits, and exposure to employee engagement and brand storytelling, with daily tasks that build

Qualifications

• Sophomore year of a bachelor’s degree in journalism, business, marketing, advertising, communications, public relations or a related field by Summer 2027
• Minimum 3.0 GPA
• Strong writing and organizational skills, attention to detail
• Proficient with Microsoft Office; experience with Canva and Adobe programs is a plus
• Familiarity with AP Style.

Responsibilities

• Write news releases and develop talking points for external stakeholders
• Draft internal communications and emails to employees
• Create content for social media and digital channels
• Develop web copy for corporate sites
• Collaborate with Creative Services to produce ads, videos and posters
• Support with corporate events and special projects

Skills

Writing skills

Organizational skills

MS Office proficiency

AP Style familiarity

Canva

Adobe programs

Education

Sophomore year of undergraduate studies by Summer 2027

Minimum 3.0 GPA

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Canva

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

American Electric Power in Columbus, Ohio is seeking a Summer Internship in Corporate Communications/Marketing for Summer 2027. You’ll gain hands-on experience alongside experienced pros, contribute to writing news releases, marketing copy, and internal communications, and learn about the energy industry through real projects.

The 10–12 week paid program offers mentorship, opportunities to attend site visits, and exposure to employee engagement and brand storytelling, with daily tasks that build