**PLEASE NOTE:** **SPP is not able to sponsor employment visas or student-work authorizations (STEM OPT) for this position. Please ensure you are eligible to work in the U.S. without sponsorship prior to applying.**
Ignite Your Communication Career with SPP as out Summer 2027 Communications Intern!
Are you ready to put your creativity, writing, and digital skills to work in a real-world setting? Southwest Power Pool (SPP) is looking for a Summer 2026 Communications Intern to join our dynamic Communications team!
In this exciting 10-12 week, full-time internship, you'll play an active role in developing and delivering communications that inform, engage, and inspire SPP's internal and external audiences. Guided by experienced communications professionals, you'll gain hands-on experience in corporate communications while learning how SPP keeps the lights on across the central United States.
This is more than just an internship it's a chance to make an impact, tell compelling stories, and explore a future career in communications and the energy industry.
What You'll Do:
- Create engaging written, visual, and digital content for SPP's website, intranet (The Circuit), social media, email, and presentations.
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Keep SPP's online presence current by reviewing and updating content and coordinating with internal teams.
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Support surveys and audience research to measure communication effectiveness and engagement.
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Design and format branded templates, presentations, and reports that align with SPP's visual identity.
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Draft messaging for internal and external audiences including assisting with emergency communications under staff guidance.
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Help plan and execute stakeholder meetings and special events through materials prep and logistical support.
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Conduct background research to support message development, planning, and audience targeting.
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Learn SPP's communications processes, tools, and standards while exploring how communication powers a critical industry.
Internship Overview
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Duration: 10-12 weeks, full-time (Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.)
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Format: Onsite internship.
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Compensation: Paid internship with housing available (if needed)
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Engagement: Teaming activities and professional development opportunities outside of regular work hours
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Capstone: Interns will deliver a final presentation showcasing lessons learned and knowledge gained
What We're Looking For:
- College student working toward a bachelor's degree or above in communications, journalism, public relations, marketing, or a related field
- Must be entering senior year or have completed at least three years of undergraduate coursework by the start of the internship.
- 3.0 GPA or higher
- Strong writing, editing, and verbal communication skills.
- Familiarity with digital communications platforms such as websites, social media, or email tools.
- Ability to follow established style guidelines and produce clear, error-free content.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) and strong organizational skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and respond to feedback constructively.
Preferred:
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Experience using design tools such as Adobe Creative Suite or Canva.
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Familiarity with survey tools or audience research methods.
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Exposure to content management systems or intranet platforms (e.g., SharePoint).
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Interest in the energy industry, public affairs, or stakeholder engagement.
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Previous internship or work experience in a communications-related roles.
Position Type, Locations and Expected Hours of Work:
This is a temporary, onsite summer 2026 internship in Little Rock, Arkansas. The standard schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Southwest Power Pool Inc.
415 N McKinley
Little Rock
Arkansas United States
www.spp.org
