Communications Intern

Are you interested in building hands-on experience in marketing, communications, public outreach, and content development? Do you enjoy writing, bringing creative ideas to life, and engaging with communities?

Avid Core is seeking a part-time Communications Intern to support communications and outreach activities for state and local initiatives.

The preferred work location for this position is Harrisonburg, Virginia. Working under the guidance of experienced team members, the intern will assist with content development, stakeholder outreach, digital communications, research, and project coordination while gaining practical experience in a professional consulting environment.

To Apply: Submit resumes and cover letters through this posting. Applications without a cover letter will not be considered.

Candidates from all backgrounds are welcome to apply for our open positions and to join our bench of talented professionals.

Hourly Rate : $20/hour. This is a part-time position.

Internship Duration: 3 months.

Overall Responsibilities:

Assist with drafting and editing basic communications materials, including emails, flyers, videos, and social media content

Contribute to the development and implementation of communications strategies and marketing plans

Assist with organizing and staffing in-person community engagement events and activities

Help collect, organize, and maintain project data, notes, and trackers

Support outreach efforts by helping distribute materials and promote initiatives

Review and proofread documents for clarity, grammar, and consistency

Provide administrative and project coordination support as needed

Other duties as assigned

Qualifications/Skills:

Able to attend and participate in in-person engagement events located in and around the City of Harrisonburg

Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from an associate or bachelor's degree, preferably in communications, marketing, journalism, public relations, government, or a related field.

Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams)

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Professional and confident interacting with stakeholders, including clients and project teams

Basic design skills and proficiency in Canva or similar design software

We’re looking for someone who is:

Highly organized and detail-oriented

Comfortable managing multiple priorities and deadlines

Proactive, solutions-oriented, and adaptable

Comfortable working both independently and collaboratively

Able to manage coursework and part-time work responsibilities reliably

Willing to learn new tools, technologies, and processes

Education:

Candidates should be currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a degree program, preferably in communications, marketing, journalism, public relations, government, or a related field.

Benefits:

Paid internship at $20 per hour

Part-time schedule coordinated with academic commitments and project needs

Hands-on experience with professional marketing communications and public-sector consulting

Guidance and feedback from experienced communications professionals

Exposure to content development, stakeholder outreach, and state and local infrastructure projects

Opportunities to strengthen writing, proofreading, research, and collaboration skills

An inclusive and supportive team environment focused on learning and growth

Location:

The preferred location of employment for this part-time internship is Harrisonburg, Virginia. The position may follow a hybrid schedule with time both on-site and remote, depending on project and client requirements.

Candidates will be provided with a computer; however, they must have a steady internet connection and a phone.

Accommodation:

Avid Core is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, we provide reasonable accommodation as needed. Contact [email protected] to request an accommodation to participate in the job application and/or interview process.

Avid Core is an award-winning small woman-owned business headquartered in Northern Virginia with employees throughout the Washington, D.C. metro area. We provide effective professional services and communications support to public and private sector clients.

Avid Core is an equal-opportunity employer and operates a drug-free workplace.