Communications Intern, Event with

About the Role

AECOM is seeking a highly motivated Communications Intern to join our Transportation Group and support communications efforts for 511 Georgia, the state’s official traveler information system. This hands-on internship offers a rare opportunity to work on-site within the Georgia Department of Transportation’s (GDOT) Statewide Transportation Management Center (TMC).

Key Responsibilities

• Create polished communication materials for multiple platforms, including website copy, blog articles, promotional content, and social media posts.
• Support multi-format storytelling and contribute to daily writing and editing needs.
• Develop presentations and materials for community events, stakeholder meetings, and district outreach.
• Support management of 511GA’s social media platforms, ensuring consistent tone, brand alignment, and community engagement.
• Assist with live incident coverage during evening rush-hour through 511 Georgia’s social media channels.
• Collaborate with AECOM and GDOT teams to ensure messaging consistency across all communication touchpoints.
• Help coordinate and staff outreach events, vendor booths, and public engagement opportunities.
• Conduct research to support blog posts, campaigns, and communication initiatives.
• Support execution of strategic communications aligned with GDOT goals.
• Contribute during emergency operations (e.g., severe weather) as part of the TMC Communications Team.
• Support tours at the GDOT TMC for partners, stakeholders, and visitors.
• Participate in district and statewide events to increase awareness of TMC and 511 services.
• Track performance metrics for social media and campaigns, summarizing insights and recommending improvements.
• Provide administrative and communications support as needed.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Digital Media, Marketing, Public Relations or a related field, with at least 1 year of study completed.
• Candidates who have graduated with a Bachelor’s degree and plan to continue with a Master’s degree are eligible.
• Graduates must have been enrolled in their bachelor’s degree in the most previous school term with an interest in pursuing an advanced degree in the same or similar discipline.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Strong interpersonal skills and collaborative mindset.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail.
• Self-starter with the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience using Adobe Creative suite or AI content tools (preferred).
• Photography or video production skills (preferred).
• Ability to commit to the full internship duration in Summer 2026 (10-12 weeks).
• This position requires a hybrid work schedule which includes in-office work in Atlanta, GA.

Additional Information

• Relocation assistance is not available.
• Sponsorship for US employment authorization is not available.
• The selected candidate must be available to work in Atlanta, GA on a scheduled basis.