Intern, Corporate Communications at Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) – Alexandria, Virginia

SUMMARY

SHRM’s paid internship program enables students to participate in valuable real-world work experience through a variety of tailored assignments within their areas of interest and fields of study. Students will be tasked with different team-specific projects and tasks, and participate in professional development projects and events to prepare them for their future careers.

This is a paid internship starting at $20.00/Hour.

This is a 10-week, summer internship from June 2, 2026 - August 6, 2026.

Responsibilities:

• Assist communications team with drafting speeches, talking points, scripts, press releases, and other executive communications materials
• Assist with creation of executive presentations
• Conduct research for executive presentations, interviews, and other speaking engagements
• Draft executive briefs and other prep materials for executives
• Assist in facilitating all products project an image reflective of SHRM’s brand guidelines
• Suggest and create content for different projects and initiatives
• Carry out division-specific tasks/activities as assigned by the supervisor throughout the internship
• Manage deliverables and provide regular updates

Education & Experience Requirements

• Field of study: pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Media Studies, Marketing, or a related field
• 0-3 years of relevant work experience

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong communication and analytical skills
• Strong writing and editing ability
• Attention to detail
• Research and information synthesis skills
• High level of commitment and initiative
• Ability to learn and navigate technology and software
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple assignments simultaneously
• Creative thinking and problem-solving skills while implementing direction and feedback
• Ability to work successfully in a team environment
• Willingness to follow directions
• Professional demeanor
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment
• Proficiency in Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Access, and Outlook
• Ability to effectively leverage artificial intelligence (AI) tools and technologies to streamline workflows, enhance productivity, and improve overall work quality.

Additional Notes

Physical Requirements

This position operates in a typical office environment and requires the ability to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation. Physical requirements may include:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Frequent use of hands and fingers for typing, handling documents, and using office equipment.
• Occasional standing, walking, bending, and reaching.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 30 pounds as needed.
• Clear verbal and written communication skills for effective interaction with colleagues and stakeholders.

Work environment

Hybrid Schedule (3 Days In-Office / 2 Days Remote):
This position follows a hybrid work schedule, with Tuesday through Thursday in office and Monday and Friday remote. Employees must be available during standard business hours, with core hours beginning between 8:00–9:00 a.m. and concluding between 5:00–6:00 p.m. local time.