California Water Service Group · 14 hours ago
External Communications Intern
Selma, CA
Internship
Onsite
Intern
$25/hr - $27/hrCalifornia Water Service Group is seeking an External Communications Intern to support external communications activities and objectives. The role involves developing engaging content for various communication channels and assisting the Corporate Communications team in managing social media accounts and corporate events.
Utilities
No H1B
Responsibilities
Contribute to the development of engaging and compelling content for multiple platforms, including external web properties, social media, and more
Contribute to the management of our corporate social media accounts, including content creation, scheduling posts, and engaging with our online community
Monitor and analyze media and social media coverage relevant to the company and industry trends. Summarize key findings for distribution to internal stakeholders
Assist in the planning and execution of corporate events, including preparing materials and coordinating logistics
Update media lists; track earned media, speaking engagements, and broadcast appearances; and assist in the creation of coverage reports tied to key events and project announcements
Create content using Canva or the Adobe Creative Suite, including After Effects, Express, Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop, Acrobat, and Premiere Pro
Organize existing assets so they can be managed efficiently and to ensure consistency in use of logo/branding—utilizing Adobe Bridge, standard naming and filing conventions, and other tools
Work with internal managers, consultants, and other vendors to produce and execute projects with appropriate parties
Author processes and workflows for asset creation and management, and identify areas for improvement
Attend meetings and trainings as directed by Cal Water
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
One‑year commitment from June 1, 2026, through May 28, 2027
Summer - full time (32-40 hours per week)
Fall/Spring/Winter - based on school schedule
100% on-site, no remote option
Eligibility for employment in the US is required without sponsorship (ex. OPT, F1, etc.)
High school diploma or equivalent
Current enrollment, with at least two years completed, toward a bachelor's or master's degree in communications, public relations, or similar field and/or equivalent
Proficient in use of Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Suite
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with an ability to tailor messages for different audiences
Ability to handle confidential or otherwise sensitive information with discretion
Experience creating engaging social media content and a keen interest in staying updated on the latest digital trends
Attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently in a deadline-driven environment
Able to plan, organize, prioritize, and multitask
Valid California Driver License
Company
California Water Service Group
California Water Service Group provides high-quality, affordable water and wastewater services to more than two million people west of the Mississippi River.
Founded in 1926
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageCompany data provided by crunchbase