INTERN - EMPLOYEE COMMUNICATIONS - SUMMER 2020

Job Description

About CenturyLink
CenturyLink (NYSE: CTL) is the second largest U.S. communications provider to global enterprise customers. With customers in more than 60 countries and an intense focus on the customer experience, CenturyLink strives to be the world’s best networking company by solving customers’ increased demand for reliable and secure connections. The company also serves as its customers’ trusted partner, helping them manage increased network and IT complexity and providing managed network and cyber security solutions that help protect their business.

CenturyLink’s internship program is a 10 week, fast-paced and exciting opportunity to gain professional experience within your field of study and career interest. Interns within the Employee Communications department will be challenged to apply your knowledge gained in the classroom to real world problems. This is a unique opportunity to gain hands on experience working on Innovation Initiatives for a Fortune 200 company. This position will allow students to utilize their talents and abilities to contribute to active projects at CenturyLink. The internship experience will take place in the Broomfield, CO office. In addition, interns will connect to our company culture through community outreach projects, engage with our employee resource groups and be able to develop their professional skills and business acumen through frequent exposure to senior leadership, cutting-edge technology, groundbreaking projects, and a network of mentors and fellow interns. Come Intern with us and create the beginnings of a career right for YOU!

• Support all communications tools owned by Corporate Communications, including intranet, mass email, event registration tool, etc.
• Review, edit, write and post content
• Offer training, support and guidance for organizational community managers on appropriate and effective use of CenturyLink’s various communication channels.
• Assist employees in finding information and necessary work tools on the intranet.
• Assist other members of the Corporate Communications team with projects, as needed

Minimum Requirements:
• Classification: Junior, Senior or Graduate status by start of internship.
• Pursing a Bachelor's or Master’s degree in journalism, communications, public relations, marketing or related field.
• Currently enrolled at a 4-year accredited College or University (post-graduation internships not offered).
• 3.0 or above cumulative GPA.
• Available for Summer Internship Program: 6/1/2020 – 8/7/2020.
• Available to relocate to internship work location if necessary.
• Must have transportation to and from work location.
• Experience managing internet/intranet and social media content.
• Experience with photo editing software, Microsoft Excel, Word, SharePoint and PowerPoint.
• Strong listening, written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Strong sense of urgency and ability to meet deadlines.
• Highly motivated, organized, reliable and detail oriented.
• Capable of multi-tasking efficiently.
• Quick learner and not afraid to work with new technology.
• Professional attitude.

Preferred Qualifications:
• Previous internships in communications, media, social engagement, or public relations.

Alternate Location: US-Colorado-Broomfield

Requisition # : 217292

This job may require successful completion of an online assessment. A brief description of the assessments can be viewed on our website at http://find.centurylink.jobs/testguides/

EEO Statement

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Disclaimer

The above job definition information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Job duties and responsibilities are subject to change based on changing business needs and conditions.