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Strategic Communications Intern (Summer 2026)

Hdr

The Role

Overview

Support strategic communications and public engagement for infrastructure projects.

Key Responsibilities

  • documentation
  • content creation
  • graphic design
  • email newsletter
  • social media
  • stakeholder engagement

Tasks

-Assist in documentation efforts for stakeholder interactions, meetings and other. -Participate in frequent strategic communications team meetings. -Assist in development and execution of strategic communications efforts for strategic communications planning, content creation, graphic design materials, email newsletters, in-person events, traditional and social media, and stakeholder engagement. -Develop/strengthen time management skills to effectively balance deadlines from several ongoing projects. -Perform assignments under the supervision of a strategic communications or business development team member. -Participate in offsite activities, meetings or events for in-person engagement opportunities, such as client strategy meetings, public meetings, and canvassing efforts.

Requirements

  • adobe
  • ms office
  • communication
  • problem-solving
  • detail-oriented
  • student

What You Bring

-Attention to detail a must -Exhibit strong writing and verbal communication skills. -Show high emotional intelligence and a customer-service attitude to support positive, on-point interactions with the public and clients. -Must be currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program -Previous work, internship, and/or other leadership experience in communications. -Local candidates preferred. -Final school year in obtaining bachelor’s degree in a communications-related field. Basic Adobe design suite software expertise. -Must possess strong problem-solving and communication skills -Involvement with PRSSA, PRSA, IPRA, or other professional group preferred. -Basic Microsoft Office skills

Benefits

-Gain experience by providing strategic communications and public engagement support on a variety of transportation, infrastructure, and water management projects. -Connect with recent college graduates and our company leaders through mentoring and young professional programs.

The Company

About Hdr

-provides innovative and sustainable solutions for infrastructure, buildings, and the environment. -combines engineering, architecture, and environmental stewardship in a holistic approach. -designing award-winning transit systems, water treatment plants, and energy-efficient buildings. -iconic public buildings and large-scale infrastructure projects.

Sector Specialisms

Architecture

Asset Management

Coastal Engineering & Restoration

Commissioning & Operations

Economics & Finance

Engineering

Environmental Sciences

Healthcare

Infrastructure

Oil and Gas

Planning & Consulting

Power

Program Management

Project Delivery

Research

Right of Way

Sustainability & Resilience

Transportation

Water Resources

Waste Management

Wastewater and Reuse