Communications Intern - External Communications
Halff is actively seeking an Intern for our Communications team in our Richardson, TX office. The Communications intern will support our external communications and brand awareness efforts. This role will focus on content creation, editing and publication for various communication channels. The ideal candidate has strong writing skills, a good eye for design, and a passion for telling brand stories across digital platforms.
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What you will do:
* Assist in creating and scheduling LinkedIn posts and other professional social media content to highlight projects, people, events, and thought leadership.
* Draft and edit website copy, blog posts, and case studies that showcase the firm's expertise and services.
* Assist in drafting press releases.
* Support development of award submissions by gathering information, writing content and coordinating with internal teams.
* Help track and report on digital marketing metrics (e.g., engagement, impressions, click-through rates) to support campaign performance analysis support campaign performance analysis.
* Support the coordination of email marketing campaigns, including writing content, building lists, and tracking results.
* Assist in updating website content using a CMS (e.g., WordPress), ensuring accuracy and brand consistency.
* Monitor digital analytics and engagement.
* Help prepare visuals or coordinate with graphic designers for digital use.
* Participate in brainstorming sessions to support new content ideas or campaign strategies.
* Additional support as needed.
* This position will include prolonged periods sitting or standing at a desk and working on a computer and as well as occasionally lifting up to 20 pounds.
What you will need:
* Pursuing a degree in Marketing, Communications, Journalism, or related field
* Strong writing and editing skills - Ability to craft clear, engaging, and grammatically correct content
* Understanding of social media platforms - Knowledge of how platforms like LinkedIn, Instagram, X/Twitter, and Facebook function and how to engage audiences effectively
* Creativity - Ability to brainstorm and contribute original ideas for posts, campaigns, or collateral
* Attention to detail - Able to proofread and ensure accuracy in written and visual content
* Time management and organization - Able to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office - Especially Word and PowerPoint for content drafts and presentations
* Basic understanding of design tools - Such as Adobe InDesign, or similar (not mandatory but helpful)
* Familiarity with digital communication tools - Such as email marketing platforms (Mailchimp) and website (WordPress)
Interns are paid hourly and would work full-time (40 hours/week), typically 8a-5p Monday through Friday starting June 2 - August 8.
Halff does not assist with or provide housing for Internships.
Company Overview:
Halff is a full-service infrastructure consulting firm planned, designed, engineered, constructed - and purposed - for people. Since 1950, we've been creating smart solutions that improve lives and communities by turning ideas into reality.
Halff was founded on a core tenet: Focus on people, treat them well, and success will follow. It's no wonder, then, that our employees and the culture they create result in our firm consistently being named a Top Workplace in America.
Our industry-leading professionals collaborate to meet tough challenges in creative ways. You can view Halff's full complement of services here
Halff has over 30 offices in Texas, Oklahoma, Louisiana, Florida and Arkansas. For a full list of our locations, click here
Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.
Halff is a drug-free workplace. This offer of employment is contingent upon the receipt of a clear drug screen and background check prior to your first day of employment. This position may be subject to random drug testing pursuant to federal regulations.