Communications Intern

The Communications Intern supports the development and delivery of internal and external communications, with a strong focus on video production, storytelling, digital content, and employee engagement. Helps with video projects, writing assignments, social media content, presentations, and communication campaigns. Collaborates across departments and business functions gaining hands on experience in corporate communications strategy and execution. 

Chickasaw Nation Industries, Inc. serves as a holding company with multiple subsidiaries engaged in several lines of business (Technology, Infrastructure & Engineering, Health, Manufacturing, Public Safety, Consulting, and Transportation) for the federal government and commercial enterprises. A portion of our profits is used to support Chickasaw citizens. We are proud to support the economic development and long-term viability of the Chickasaw Nation and its people. CNI offers premium benefits eligible on the first day of hire to full time employees; (Medical - Dental – Vision), Company Life Insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance, 401(K) Immediate Vesting, Professional Development Assistance, Legal Aid Assistance Program, Family Planning / Fertility Assistance, Personal Time Off, and Observance of Federal Holidays.

As a federal contractor, CNI is a drug-free workplace and adheres to the Federal Controlled Substance Act.   

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS  

Basic experience with video recording and editing. 

Familiarity with tools such as Adobe Premiere Pro, Adobe Express, Canva, Final Cut Pro, iMovie, CapCut, or similar platforms. 

Experience with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams. 

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES  

Essential Duties and responsibilities include the following.  Other duties may be assigned. 

Assists in planning, filming, editing, and producing video content for internal and external communications. 

Supports the creation of employee spotlights, leadership messages, event recaps, training videos, and promotional content. 

Drafts and edits communications such as newsletters, intranet posts, emails, announcements, social media posts, and web content. 

Helps develop communication materials that align with company branding, tone, and messaging standards. 

Assists with storyboarding, scripting, interview preparation, and video shoot coordination. 

Captures photos and video footage at company events, meetings, and activities as needed. 

Organizes and maintains digital media files, including photos, videos, graphics, and communication assets. 

Supports social media and digital communication efforts by helping create engaging visual and written content. 

Assists with presentations, flyers, graphics, and other communication materials. 

Conducts research on communication trends, video best practices, and employee engagement strategies. 

Collaborates with team members and departments to gather information and support communication projects. 

Helps track engagement metrics and prepare basic reports on communication performance. 

Provides training to internal resources on basic skills for the tools leveraged so current employees have the skills to edit and update materials produced during the internship. 

Performs other communications-related duties as assigned. 

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE 

Currently pursuing or recently completed a Bachelors degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, Digital Media, Film/Video Production, Graphic Design, or a related field. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS  

Work is primarily performed in an office environment. Regularly required to sit. Regularly required use hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms to handle objects and operate tools, computer, and/or controls.    

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.  

EOE including Disability/Vet   

The estimated pay range for this role is $20/hr to $25/hr, with the final offer contingent on location, skillset, and experience.