Communications Intern

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KOSTAL Group

Posted 3 months ago

Internship

Troy, Michigan

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Responsibilities

The intern will support internal communications by managing the company intranet, creating content, and tracking engagement metrics. They will also collaborate with teams to gather employee stories and ensure information is accurate and up-to-date.

Qualifications

We are looking for a detail-oriented Internal Communications Intern. The role involves maintaining the internal communications platform, creating content, and supporting employee engagement initiatives. Current students or recent graduates in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, Marketing, or a related field are encouraged to apply, with strong writing and editing skills required.

Job Description

Company Description

KOSTAL has a strong family history built on innovation and care for our employees. For over 100 years, our values have guided how we work together to influence, evolve and grow our future.

If you are interested in being part of our next generation, we want to hear from you!

Job Description

We are seeking an enthusiastic and detail-oriented Internal Communications Intern to support day-to-day internal communications and employee engagement initiatives. This role will assist with managing our internal communications platform and creating and publishing content that supports employees across the organization.

This internship offers hands-on experience in internal communications, content development, and employee engagement within a collaborative and fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

Primary Responsibilities – Includes, but are not limited to, the following:

Internal Communications Platform Management:

  • Support ongoing maintenance of the internal communications platform (e.g., posting updates, organizing pages, basic troubleshooting, and keeping content current)
  • Monitor platform usage and ensure information is accurate, consistent, and easy to find
  • Coordinate with relevant teams to collect updates and ensure timely publishing

Content Creation and Publishing:

  • Write, edit, and publish internal articles, announcements, and updates
  • Help develop content that supports company priorities, culture, and employee engagement
  • Maintain an editorial calendar and assist with content planning

General Communications Support:

  • Help gather information, employee stories, and photos for internal use
  • Support basic reporting (e.g., page views, engagement metrics) and provide insights for improvement
  • Collaborate with other stakeholders as needed

Education, Experience & Other Requirements

  • Current student or recent graduate in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, Marketing, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
  • Strong writing and editing skills, with attention to detail and tone
  • Bilingual, with Spanish language proficiency strongly preferred
  • Comfortable learning new tools and working in a fast-paced environment
  • Organized, dependable, and able to manage multiple tasks with deadlines
  • Interest in employee engagement, company culture, and internal storytelling

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with intranet platforms or internal communication tools
  • Basic design skills (e.g., Canva) and ability to format posts/pages
  • Familiarity with content calendars, analytics, or survey tools

Additional Information

All information provided will be kept confidential in accordance with EEO guidelines.

  • Career level: Students
  • Type of Employment: Fixed term
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    KOSTAL Group

    We are KOSTAL Group, a global, independent family-owned company based in Germany which develops and manufactures technologically complex electronic and mechatronic products. We employ approximately 20.000 people at 46 locations in 21 countries, offering flexible, knowledgeable and customer-focused service. The KOSTAL Group is divided into different Business Divisions: Automotive Electrical Systems, Industrial Electronics, Connectors and Test Technology (SOMA): The division KOSTAL Automotive Electrical Systems is responsible for the development, production and distribution of components, modules and systems for the electrical, electronic and mechatronic technology in car bodies. The Industrial Electronics division, develops innovative products for renewable energy generation and efficient energy use. KOSTAL Connectors operates all over the world to develop, manufacture and distribute innovative connector systems for automotive and industrial applications. Test Technology (SOMA) develops, manufactures and distributes test and automation systems for specific industries and products. Impressum / Legal notice: https://www.kostal.com/en-gb/impressum
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