Summer Intern, Internal Communications

Job Description Summer Intern – Internal Communications Kick-start your communications career with hands-on experience at OCTA. Under direct supervision, Summer Interns participate in a ten-week professional development program designed to provide hands-on, entry-level experience aligned with the student’s major field of study and the sponsoring department’s business operations. Interns gain real-world exposure to OCTA operations and the transportation industry while contributing to meaningful projects and learning from experienced professionals. As a Summer College Intern, you will be exposed to OCTA's career opportunities in the transportation industry. You will gain deeper awareness of transportation's many facets through your OCTA orientation, projects and teams, and internal networking. This internship offers the opportunity to support internal communications initiatives, employee engagement programs, and intranet content development. You’ll assist with communication plans, draft and publish content, maintain project calendars, and help support employee events and programs. This is a temporary, full-time internship position (approximately 40 hours per week) and runs for ten weeks during the summer. The pay range is from $19.00 - $22.00 per hour depending on your education level. This posting will remain open until filled. What You’ll Do: Help develop and execute internal communication plans Draft and edit articles, email announcements, presentations, and marketing copy Update and audit OCTA’s intranet content Support employee events and internal campaigns Ensure content aligns with OCTA style and branding standards Assist with photos, videos, and featured employee content What We’re Looking For Currently enrolled full-time college student (Freshman, Sophomore, Junior, or Senior) at an accredited two- or four-year college or university Students that graduated with their bachelor’s degree from an accredited college in the fall of 2025 or plan to graduate in the spring of 2026 are eligible Pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Journalism, Public Policy, or a related field Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher Strong written, verbal, and presentation skills Interest in public engagement, multicultural communications, and transportation-related outreach Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines Creative thinker with strong research and analytical skills Why You’ll Love It Here Gain real-world communications experience in a public agency Develop skills in corporate communications while supporting meaningful transportation initiatives across Orange County Collaborate with experienced communications professionals Build a strong foundation for a career in public relations, marketing, or public service Join a team where innovation, integrity, and strategic thinking are valued. Apply now to gain meaningful experience and help tell OCTA’s story. OCTA is an equal employment opportunity employer that recruits, hires, and promotes qualified people without regard to race, color, religion, creed, ancestry, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy, gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition, disability, genetic information, military and veteran status, or any other legally protected status. OCTA is the county’s transportation planning commission and public transit operator. With a focus on safety and accountability, we plan, fund, and implement countywide projects that include bus and rail transit, freeways and express lanes, rideshare, microtransit, paratransit, active transportation, and environmental programs. We’re passionate about creating a balanced, equitable and sustainable transportation system that reflects the diverse travel needs of the county’s 34 cities and 3.2 million residents. Our employees rated OCTA as a top workplace in Orange County. Come join us on our mission of keeping Orange County moving.

Salary : $19 - $22