Strategic Communications & Outreach Intern

ITC Holdings Corp; Cedar Rapids (IA); Hybrid; USD 11,902,000 - 14,547,000; Full time

Job summary

ITC Midwest invites you to join its Summer 2027 Internship Program, gaining hands-on experience supporting strategic initiatives and external engagement across our service area. This internship offers exposure to how business unit strategies are developed, communicated, and executed.

As an External Affairs Intern, you will assist in communications, research with AI tools, stakeholder engagement, and report preparation, while exploring career paths in corporate citizenship and public policy.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or actively pursuing in a related field at a 4-year university.
• Ability to travel to locations in Iowa as needed.
• Proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite of products.

Responsibilities

• Assist in development of communications materials, messaging plans, and outreach strategies.
• Leverage AI and emerging technology tools to conduct research, prepare issue briefs and presentations, and support decision-making.
• Monitor industry trends and stakeholder concerns to identify opportunities and challenges.
• Prepare reports and executive summaries to communicate insights to leadership.
• Support community outreach and stakeholder engagement for major infrastructure projects.
• Assist with planning and execution of company-sponsored events and community programs.
• Collaborate with customers, local officials, and community organizations.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Communication

Teamwork

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree (or actively pursuing)

Job description

ITC Midwest invites you to join its Summer 2027 Internship Program, gaining hands-on experience supporting strategic initiatives and external engagement across our service area. This internship offers exposure to how business unit strategies are developed, communicated, and executed.

As an External Affairs Intern, you will assist in communications, research with AI tools, stakeholder engagement, and report preparation, while exploring career paths in corporate citizenship and public policy.