Communications Intern

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This summer internship position will expose the student to the communications aspect of working at an international airport and with the airline industry. The intern will receive hands-on experience in communications activities, including branding and all forms of owned, earned and paid media (advertising, public relations, events, social media, website development/deployment, digital marketing, etc.).

Here is how the Communications Intern will help:     

• Create content for the Airport Authority’s internal email newsletter, print newsletter, intranet and external news site, Blue Sky News and social media as assigned.
• Assist with the implementation of communications plans including internal and external media deliverables.
• Assist with internal communications activities: write internal communications messages, conduct research and interviews, edit and proofread materials and communications delivery.
• Assist with media and public relations activities: write news releases, prepare background information, prepare staff media statements and maintain media lists.
• Provide support for internal and external delivery including emails, articles, newsletters, social media, digital screen copy, marketing copy, intranet and website content.
• Support planning and execution of airport events.
• Assist with managing project timelines, identifying and managing project risks.
• Monitor and report intranet page and search analytics to identify areas of interest.
• Monitor and report social media trends for consideration on implementing.
• Write and edit text for a variety of print and digital materials.
• Design and format communication materials.
• Contribute to communication/media strategy discussions.
• Collaborate with team members across departments to develop communications.
• Perform other related tasks as assigned or required.

Qualifications

Requirements to apply for role of Communications Intern are:

• Must currently be enrolled in school as a second year (or above) undergraduate from an accredited four-year college or university in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, Marketing, English, Comparative Literature, or other Humanities or Business major.
• Must maintain a cumulative G.P.A. of 3.0 or greater.

Don’t meet every requirement?

Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs if they don’t meet every single qualification. As a Smarter Airport, we recognize that talent is not always related job history and skills come from valuable experiences that aren’t always shown on a resume. If you are excited to make a positive change for our region, but your experience doesn’t align perfectly, we encourage you to apply. You may be the right candidate for our organization, whether it be this role or another.

About Allegheny County Airport Authority

Allegheny County Airport Authority, which manages Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) and Allegheny County Airport (AGC), is committed to transforming Pittsburgh’s airports to reflect and serve the community, inspire the industry, and advance the region’s role as a world leader.

Pittsburgh International Airport serves nearly 10 million passengers annually on 17 carriers and was named by Fast Company magazine as One of the Most Innovative Companies in the World as well as a finalist in its World Changing Ideas awards, both in 2020. PIT’s first-of-its-kind microgrid – which completely powers the airport campus through natural gas and solar energy – has won numerous awards for resiliency and sustainability.

PIT is in the midst of an ambitious terminal modernization that will make the passenger experience more efficient and deliver real opportunity for the region. The $1.4 billion new terminal program will construct a smarter, greener airport, inspired by the best of our region. The updated terminal lands in 2025 and will be the first airport terminal in the U.S. to be built from the ground-up post-pandemic, designed and constructed with the highest public health standards in mind.

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