Intern, Communication

Position Summary

JOB DESCRIPTION

We are seeking a Communications Intern to support our team with a variety of tasks, such as conducting research, creating content, pitching story ideas, developing PowerPoint presentations, and handling additional assignments as directed by the supervisor.

Responsibilities

• Organize bi-weekly meetings between clients and mid to senior-level employees at APCO.
• Take minutes of meetings and send accurate, detailed reports to the concerned parties.
• Assist in drafting basic content pieces, including PR and social media materials.
• Complete necessary administrative tasks such as research and email correspondence.
• Maintain email and telephone contact with clients as needed, without requiring supervisor intervention for routine matters.
• Assist in preparing media coverage, weekly, and monthly reports.
• Prepare PowerPoint presentations for internal and client-facing use.
• Support ad-hoc assignments as requested by the Account Director or Direct Manager.
• Contribute to the preparation of reports and other deliverables as needed.
• Participate in a 3-month internship period, which may be extended to a total of 6 months based on business needs.
  
  

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or senior student majoring in Mass Communication, International Relations, Public Relations, Marketing, Economics, Business Management, or equivalent.
• Strong writing, communication, organization, time management, and initiative skills.
• Excellent presentation, research, and analytical skills.
• Ability to multitask and work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail and service-oriented attitude.
• Proactive thinker with a flexible, resilient, solution-oriented, and creative mindset.
• Teamwork and collaboration skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
• Availability to work full-time.
• Ability to perform duties in a general office environment.
  
  

Careers at APCO

Through our recruitment, hiring and retention efforts, APCO is committed to building teams to bring the best possible expertise and robust perspectives to our clients. We embrace differences in experience, viewpoint and ideas, starting with our values and extending to our behaviors, policies and practices. We aim to create a positive work experience and welcoming environment where everyone feels they belong and can thrive.

About APCO

ABOUT US

APCO is a global advisory and advocacy firm helping leading corporations, foundations and governments navigate a complex world and create lasting impact.

Founded in 1984, with one woman’s vision and bold action, APCO has grown into an independent, majority women-owned firm of more than 1,200 employees with work spanning 80 markets around the world.

Headquartered in Washington, D.C., APCO is comprised of strategic advisers, consultants and creators, working together across borders and functions, to provide services and expertise on financial, competitive, political and societal issues.

APCO is a trusted partner to bold purpose-led leaders, lawmakers, government officials, NGOs, the media and other stakeholders in the health, energy, technology, transportation & infrastructure and food & consumer products sectors. For 40 years, the firm has provided public affairs, crisis & reputation, impact, corporate reputation and global solutions services.

APCO is renowned for its ability to champion clients’ interests and permission to operate , build their reputation and strengthen their standing. APCO’s integrated approach and team of tenacious and empathic talent create connections and winning strategies that accelerate progress and deepen impact.

By bringing diverse people and ideas together, and working beyond traditional boundaries, APCO builds the un/common ground upon which progress is made.