Communications Intern (Summer 2023)
Job Summary
This is a June - October 2023 internship position with FedEx Ground.
The ideal candidate would be an undergraduate student entering their junior or senior years majoring in communications or English.
This position may be remote within the U.S.
The intern would have the following responsibilities:
- Lead the project planning for the annual FedEx Cares event in the fall.
- Support the Communications team by writing content requested by the business areas we work with, including collaborating with leaders and SMEs.
- Help the Communications team with the formatting, publishing, and distribution aspects of our several employee channels.
Performs activities related to his/her field of study while obtaining experience working in a corporate environment. Participates in various networking and/or community service events.
Essential Functions
• Supports and plans work on small projects with direction from management.
• Assists management and other department personnel to support larger projects (e.g., managing project schedule and status reporting).
• May assume the duties normally performed in the department, alongside professionals who perform these roles.
• Works with various departments and/or vendors to gather information needed for various projects.
• Presents project results to management and/or department personnel.
• Performs analytical work within the assigned functional area.
• Conducts research using the internet and other sources of information.
• Creates or updates systems or databases for specific department needs.
Minimum Education
• One (1) year of education at an accredited college, university or technical school (must be currently enrolled). Performance standards: ranked in top 15% of class, preferred.
Minimum Experience
• None required.
Required Skills, Abilities and / or Licensure
• Software skills, including use of Microsoft Office software and web-based applications.
• Knowledge of AutoCAD software may be required for some positions.
• Verbal and written communication skills necessary to communicate with all levels of management.
• Time management, organizational and multi-tasking skills necessary to work in a fast-paced environment, handling various tasks and changing priorities, while maintaining a high attention to detail and accuracy to achieve daily assignments and goals.
• Ability to analyze, review, and make recommendations.
EEO Statement
FedEx Ground is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer (Minorities/Females/Disability/Veterans) committed to a diverse workforce