Part-time Communications Internship - Fall 2022

Job Summary

As a Communications Intern, you will work on the Marketing Communications team to help tell stories that connect stakeholders with Kairos Power’s mission. We are looking for a creative, proactive and enthusiastic intern with a solution-oriented mindset who has the ability to change course quickly in a high-paced environment and can support us 15-25 hrs/week, split between remote & Albuquerque in-office work. This is an excellent opportunity for a savvy undergraduate or graduate student with a passion for communications. 

What you will do:

• Document company events and achievements through stories and interviews to be shared both internally and externally
• Create weekly internal media bulletins
• Help maintain and update media contact lists
• Collaborate on presentations for management and outward facing meetings
• Draft communications materials, including social media posts, presentations, and company-wide emails
• Help organize logistics for events and conferences, maintain calendar for company-wide events
• Research, edit, write, and design content for internal channels
• Support communications for new employee onboarding
• Conduct and compile new research to support public outreach
• Capture photos and video footage within Kairos Power facilities and at external events

What you need to bring:

• Education: 3+ years of education in Communications, Science Communication, Journalism, English, or related field of study
• Excellent writing and editing skills
• Good storyteller, both written and visual
• Understanding of scientific communication
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and SharePoint
• Proficiency in WordPress and Adobe Creative Suite is highly desirable
• Proven ability to meet deadlines and adapt quickly to change while maintaining a positive attitude
• Works well with others with the ability to build trust within the team and work effectively in a highly collaborative environment
• Skilled at planning, organizing, prioritizing, and executing simultaneous projects and activities

Physical Conditions

• Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, ramps, and the like
• Moving self in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments including tight and confined spaces
• Remaining in a stationary position, often standing, or sitting for prolonged periods
• Moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another
• Communicating with others to exchange information

Environmental Conditions 

• General office environment
• Outdoor environment or elements such as precipitation and wind 
• Noisy, industrial environments
• Odors or fumes from chemicals or chemical reactions

Safety and PPE 

• Reading and interpreting hazardous warning signs
• Reporting issues with equipment or unsafe conditions
• Color identification: detecting, distinguishing, recognizing and identifying colors
• Wearing proper PPE, to include face mask, face shields, gloves, safety shoes

Travel 

• Some travel may be required (5-10%) 

Additional Requirements 

• Requires occasional schedule flexibility