The intern will support the media team in day-to-day functions and assist with creating promotional materials, as well as learn the intricacies involved in protecting and promoting the Union Pacific brand.
This internship is designed to provide students hands-on opportunities in a fast paced business environment in one of America's leading companies. The successful prospect can expect a mentored learning experience, and the opportunity to expand his/her classroom knowledge and skills.
Work schedule can be designed to accommodate academic class schedule; however, availability to work 20 hours per week required. Pay is $15 an hour.
Accountabilities:
-Build, update and maintain media lists
-Write news releases and other communications collateral
-Conduct topical research and support monthly media metrics reporting
-Compile media coverage reports
-Research reporter contacts to increase positive media coverage and assist with developing media pitches
-Staff media events
-Assist with project management for various company initiatives
-Complete administrative tasks and special projects
Qualifications:
Required
-College credits equivalent to two years toward an undergraduate degree in Journalism, Public Relations or a closely-aligned field of study. Must be currently enrolled in a college degree program.
-Strong writer with excellent verbal communication skills.
-Proficient in AP Style.
-Ability to plan and manage multiple projects, and meet deadlines.
-Must maintain the highest level of organization, creativity and professionalism in a fast-paced environment.
Preferred
-1 year(s) experience in corporate communications demonstrating effective business writing and editing skills. Strong preference for prior experience as writer/editor for university newspaper and/or academic, nonprofit, or for-profit organizations.
-1 year(s) experience in computer applications demonstrating proficiency with MS Office software applications (Word, Excel, Power Point, and/or Access).
Department:
Operating in 23 states, Union Pacific is committed to serving the communities in which employees live and work. UP’s philosophy is that establishing relationships with these communities is essential to its success. Through effective and integrated strategies that include employee communications, community involvement, government relations, media outreach, philanthropy and special events, Union Pacific looks to build its reputation as a responsible and engaged corporate citizen. In addition, the Corporate Relations team protects UP’s brand and maintains a companywide communications platform for business leaders.
Company:
Union Pacific is one of America’s premier transportation and logistics companies, linking 23 states in the western two-thirds of the country and serving many of the fastest-growing U.S. cities. Generations of Americans have built successful careers at Union Pacific and in the process, they’ve helped build a nation – delivering lumber for our homes, food for our tables, energy for our power plants and the countless raw materials and finished goods that supply the American way of life.
Apply online at https://up.jobs/fulljobdescription.html?reqnbr=083549&title=Intern%20-%20Corporate%20Communications&city=Omaha&state=NE