About the role#
This is a paid internship opportunity for Spring 2027 based in Washington, DC. You will work on-site within the Strategic Communications department. This role focuses on supporting communications professionals as they plan and execute programs for transportation and water clients.
What you'll do#
- Assist with social media content creation and maintain content calendars.
- Write copy for various digital channels.
- Produce short-form video content.
- Support community engagement initiatives as needed.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an undergraduate or graduate program in Communications, Marketing, Journalism, English, Political Science, Computer Science, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Strong writing, verbal communication, and organizational skills.
- Ability to tailor messages for different audiences and manage multiple tasks to meet deadlines.
- Attention to detail.
- Familiarity with LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, and X.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
- Experience creating social media content for organizations, student groups, or personal projects.
- Familiarity with Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, or Adobe Premiere Pro.
- Preference is given to local candidates, those with 3+ years toward a degree, and those with a 3.0 or higher GPA.
Location & details#
- Location: Washington, DC
- Term: Spring 2027
- Modality: On-site
- Status: Full-time, paid internship
About HDR
HDR is an employee-owned design firm that provides engineering, architecture, environmental, and construction services. The company operates globally across sectors including healthcare, transportation, energy, and water resources. Headquartered in Omaha, Nebraska, it employs over 17,000 people. It maintains a large network of offices to support its diverse project portfolio.
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