Corporate Communications Intern

About the Role

This is a part-time temporary internship position at Kiewit, based in Omaha, NE. The role is designed for an individual to contribute to and gain experience across all aspects of corporate communications, supporting Kiewit's business and communication goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Researching, writing, editing, and proofreading content for various external communication channels.
• Developing and coordinating digital content for Kiewit's website, social media channels, and digital marketing initiatives, including assisting with campaign planning, content calendars, and performance tracking.
• Contributing to media relations activities by researching reporters and media outlets, working on news releases and media materials, monitoring news coverage, and supporting responses to media inquiries.
• Supporting reputation management efforts by monitoring traditional and social media, identifying emerging issues and trends, and assisting with communication strategies.
• Verifying facts, project information, dates, statistics, and other supporting information for accuracy across communication materials.
• Collaborating on photography, video, multimedia, and storytelling projects highlighting Kiewit's people, projects, and culture.
• Actively using AI tools responsibly for research, writing, editing, brainstorming, and workflow improvement.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Strong writing, editing, and verbal communication skills.
• Strong understanding of AP Style and editorial best practices.
• Demonstrated experience developing content for websites, social media, and other digital communication channels.
• Familiarity with media relations, journalism, and/or public relations fundamentals.
• Experience using AI tools to improve writing, editing, research, and productivity.
• Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Outstanding attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality, accurate work.
• A proactive, self-motivated mindset with the ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across teams.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Experience with Adobe Creative Suite or similar creative software is preferred.
• Experience with photography, videography, or video editing is a plus.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a Journalism, Public Relations, Communications, Marketing, or related degree program.
• Demonstrated strong writing ability.
• Prior communications internship experience.
• The position is an internship opportunity based in Omaha, NE.

Other Requirements

• Regular, reliable attendance.
• Work productively and meet deadlines timely.
• Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others, individually or in a team environment.
• Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
• Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines; work overtime and weekends as required.
• May work at various different locations and conditions may vary.