Corporate Communications Intern

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Des Moines, IA, USA
In-Office
23-23 Hourly
Internship
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Vi Living operates 10 Luxury Life Plan Communities across the United States
The Role
Corporate Communications Interns support internal and external communications, media relations, social media planning, communication campaigns, and content production. They manage multiple projects, collaborate across communications, HR, marketing, and agency teams, and present project outcomes to senior leadership. The 12-week, full-time program includes mentorship, networking, professional development, and exposure to organizational operations. Candidates should be enrolled in college, possess strong writing, communication, collaboration, organization, and attention-to-detail skills, and be proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.
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About the program 

The Corporate Communications Internship is a full-time, 12-week program (40 hours per week) running from May through August. Interns will gain hands-on professional experience by contributing to meaningful projects that have a direct impact on the business. The program will conclude with a presentation to the senior leadership team, highlighting both the project outcomes and the overall internship experience. Throughout the summer, interns will also gain broad exposure to the organization and its operations. 


Experience is Everything.

At LCS, experience is everything. We provide you the opportunity to use your talents in a progressive, growing organization that makes a positive difference in the lives of the seniors we serve. If you are seeking an organization that gives back, you’ll love working here. Our principles and hospitality promises define our company culture. LCS employees can be found participating in volunteer activities, getting involved in our committees or collaborating with team members in our innovative workspace. You’ll find several opportunities to grow as a professional, serve the community, and enhance the lives of seniors. 


What You’ll Do: 

As a Corporate Communications Intern, you’ll contribute to projects that help shape the voice of our company to internal and external audiences. This role is a unique opportunity to get hands-on experience in multiple areas including internal communications, social media, and external communications. 

  • Work with the corporate communications team on internal communications, media relations, and social media content planning.  
  • Assist with the planning and management of internal communication campaigns. 
  • Prioritize a workload of multiple projects from concept to completion.
  • The intern will support all functions of the team with a focus on digital and social media.
  • Additional support for media relations, team organization, and communications content production as needed.
  • Work closely with teams within corporate communications, human resources, marketing and company agencies to plan and implement work. 
  • Contribute to real projects that will be implemented within the organization 
  • Collaborate with leaders and team members across departments 
  • Participate in professional development and networking opportunities 
  • Present your project and summer experience to the senior leadership team at the conclusion of the internship 
  • Gain a broad understanding of our industry and operations through mentorship, training, and shadowing opportunities 

What We’re Looking For: 

  • Currently enrolled in a college or university program 
  • Strong communication, problem solving, and collaboration skills
  • Eagerness to learn and contribute to a mission-driven organization 
  • Ability to work full-time (40 hours/week) throughout the 12-week program 
  • Passionate about writing and communications
  • Ability to multitask with an awareness for timing and urgency 
  • Strong attention to detail 
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
  • Knowledge of AP Style preferred but not required 

Why join us?

  • Hands-on experience in a professional environment 
  • Mentorship and exposure to senior leadership 
  • Opportunities for networking and career development
  • Meaningful project work that makes an impact 
  • Competitive hourly rate: $22.50/hour 

Our Commitment 

LCS creates living experiences that enhance the lives of seniors. You’ll see this commitment in our people. They’re talented, dedicated professionals who truly care about residents, with each conducting his or her work with integrity, honesty and transparency according to the principles of LCS. We strive to help every community succeed—strengthening available resources, establishing proven practices that lead to long-term growth and value for those living in, working for and affiliated with the community. Check us out on our website: https://www.lcsliving.com


A POST-OFFER BACKGROUND CHECK, INCLUDING REFERENCES IS REQUIRED.

LCS IS AN EQUAL OPPROTUNITY EMPLOYER. 


Skills Required

  • Currently enrolled in a college or university program
  • Strong communication skills
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Collaboration skills
  • Ability to work full-time, 40 hours per week, throughout the 12-week program
  • Passion for writing and communications
  • Ability to multitask with awareness of timing and urgency
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
  • Knowledge of AP Style

Vi Living Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Vi Living and has not been reviewed or approved by Vi Living.

  • Healthcare Strength — Medical, dental, and vision coverage is complemented by optional protections such as life, disability, accident/critical illness, and hospital indemnity, plus access to mental‑health resources. Coverage typically begins the first day of the month after hire, reinforcing strong baseline healthcare support.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth — PTO, paid holidays, sick time where applicable, bereavement, jury duty, parental bonding, and caregiving leave create a broad time‑off portfolio. Some locations add paid volunteer time and anniversary holidays, extending flexibility for time away.
  • Retirement Support — A 401(k) with company match anchors retirement readiness, supported by tools like FSAs and commuter benefits that aid overall financial planning. Access to a credit union and early wage access provide additional day‑to‑day financial support within the total rewards mix.

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The Company
HQ: Chicago, Illinois
2,900 Employees
Year Founded: 1987

What We Do

Vi is dedicated to providing quality environments, services, and programs to enrich the lives of older adults. Our goal is for our residents to continually experience the finest in senior living. Throughout Vi’s history, we have maintained our commitment to not only help seniors live independent lives on their terms, but also provide a nurturing environment for our employees to build fulfilling careers of service and care. Today, we support more than 2,900 employees in our corporate and community offices who are deeply committed to the care of our residents. The future success of Vi depends on maintaining a standard of excellence in all phases of resident services and relations.

Why Work With Us

At Vi, we go beyond words; respect, equity, diversity, and inclusion are the foundations of our culture. We're devoted to fostering an environment where every employee feels a genuine sense of belonging, appreciation, and empowerment.

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