LC Public Affairs Intern

CITGO

About the Role

Provide support to the Public Affairs team in the areas of communications, internal relations, external relations, and government relations. This role offers hands-on experience across a variety of public affairs functions while helping support CITGO's engagement with employees, the community, media, and government stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Communications
• Assisting with writing for the employee newsletter and news releases while using AP style.
• Photography.
• Assisting with creative concepts.
• Media schedule planning.
• Internal Relations
• Assisting with the coordination of internal events.
• External Relations
• Assisting with the coordination of external events.
• Participating in Partners in Education and TeamCITGO volunteer activities.
• Government Relations
• Assisting with events with our local legislative delegation and elected officials.

For the duration of this internship, the Intern will foster many professional relationships within the community including local media representatives and elected officials.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Basic working knowledge Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint).
• Ability to obtain a TWIC card.

Qualifications

• Full-time student enrolled in a bachelor's or master's degree program in Mass Communications or Marketing.
• At least 30 hours completed prior to start of co-op (Sophomore, Junior, or Senior).
• Overall GPA of 3.0 (Must provide proof of current GPA at time of hire to verify eligibility requirements are met).
• Strong interpersonal skills as well as verbal and written communication skills.
• Valid driver's license.

Candidates selected for employment must meet eligibility criteria to obtain a TWIC card.

Availability

Position available Spring 2027, Summer 2027, and Fall 2027.