2027 Summer Community Engagement Intern

About the Role

Butterball is seeking a 2027 Summer Community Engagement Intern for a 10-12 week program at their HQ office in Garner, NC. This role provides an encompassing experience through various projects supporting Butterball's philanthropic platform, Our Shared Table. You will gain hands-on experience in community relations, corporate philanthropy, employee engagement, communications, and storytelling, helping to showcase Butterball's community impact. The program aims to grow future leaders by offering professional development and assignments aligned with interests in the processing and manufacturing industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Support community engagement initiatives, volunteer programs, charitable giving efforts, and nonprofit partnerships that advance the goals of Our Shared Table.
• Develop content and storytelling materials for internal and external communication channels, including articles, presentations, and other promotional resources.
• Assist with employee engagement campaigns that promote participation in volunteer and giving initiatives.
• Track engagement metrics, maintain reporting tools, and support the development of impact summaries and leadership presentations.
• Conduct research and provide recommendations on community engagement, corporate philanthropy, and social responsibility best practices.
• Support special projects, including long-term initiatives focused on product donations, volunteerism, and the Butterball Helping Hands Fund.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Rising seniors pursuing a Bachelor's degree, or students pursuing a Master's degree, in Public Relations, Communications, Marketing, Journalism, Nonprofit Management, Business, Corporate Social Responsibility, or a related field.
• Expected graduation date of December 2027 through June 2028.
• Must have a valid driver's license and reliable transportation to and from work.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills are required.
• Interest in community engagement, philanthropy, employee engagement, and corporate social responsibility.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, and Copilot, is preferred.
• Experience with social media content creation, event planning, photography, video editing, Canva, or related creative tools is preferred.

Qualifications

• Creative, organized, and purpose-driven students.
• A passion for making an impact in your community and telling meaningful stories.
• Ability to be a team player, take initiative, and bring new ideas.