Marketing and Communications Intern - Minneapolis, MN
Twin Cities Area
Internship
Hybrid
$16.60/hr - $19.50/hr
Intern
Xcel Energy is a leading combination electricity and natural gas energy company that offers a comprehensive portfolio of energy-related products and services. They are seeking a Marketing and Communications Intern to provide support for public and internal web content, social media, journalistic writing, and visual design while gaining practical experience in the energy industry.
Responsibilities
Provide support for Xcel Energy public and internal web content, social media, journalistic writing, visual design and digital signage, while meeting internal client expectations
Gain a broad look at the communications needs of a major corporation
Build a foundation of communications experience by writing for publications, coordinating projects, managing web content, creating digital signage, and assisting in the planning and implementation of special events
Broaden your intern experience by participating in various communications initiatives across the Corporate Marketing and Communications departments, such as creating social media campaigns, analyzing data and reporting on communications campaign outcomes, supporting marketing communications projects, supporting public relations efforts, and more
Connect by conducting informational interviews and job shadows to understand how your work intersects and supports other areas of Xcel Energy
Qualification
Required
Currently pursuing a degree in communications, journalism, public relations or related degree
Current Student, sophomore and higher
Enrolled in programs such as strategic communications, advertising, marketing, social media safety and health, management, human resources, labor relations, public relations, government relations, business administration or similar
Strong written and oral communication skills
Proficiency with MS Office, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint, and SharePoint
Able to work part time (up to 20 hours per week) during the school year and full time (40 hours per week) during the summer
Preferred
Benefits
Pension
401(k) plan
Paid time off (PTO)
Holidays
Xcel Energy is an electric and natural gas energy company that offers a portfolio of energy-related products and services to customers.
