Role Summary
The Communication Intern will support the team in various communication-related tasks, including research, content development, story pitching, preparing presentations, and completing assignments as requested by the direct supervisor.
Responsibilities
- Organize bi-weekly meetings between clients and APCO team members
- Take meeting minutes and share accurate reports with relevant stakeholders
- Draft basic content pieces for PR and social media channels
- Complete administrative tasks such as research and email correspondence
- Maintain client communication via email and phone on routine matters
- Prepare coverage reports, weekly and monthly summaries
- Create PowerPoint presentations for internal and client use
- Support ad-hoc assignments as requested by the Account Director
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree or senior student in Mass Communication, Public Relations, International Relations, Marketing, or related field
- Strong writing, communication, organizational, and time management skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
- Full-time availability for the internship period
- Fluency in Arabic and English
- Ability to multitask and work under pressure in a fast-paced environment
- Internship duration: 3 months, extendable up to 6 months based on business needs
Careers at APCO
Through our recruitment, hiring and retention efforts, APCO is committed to building teams to bring the best possible expertise and robust perspectives to our clients. We embrace differences in experience, viewpoint and ideas, starting with our values and extending to our behaviors, policies and practices. We aim to create a positive work experience and welcoming environment where everyone feels they belong and can thrive.
About UsAbout APCO
APCO is a global advisory and advocacy firm helping leading corporations, foundations and governments navigate a complex world and create lasting impact.
Founded in 1984, with one woman’s vision and bold action, APCO has grown into an independent, majority women-owned firm of more than 1,200 employees with work spanning 80 markets around the world.
Headquartered in Washington, D.C., APCO is comprised of strategic advisers, consultants and creators, working together across borders and functions, to provide services and expertise on financial, competitive, political and societal issues.
APCO is a trusted partner to bold purpose-led leaders, lawmakers, government officials, NGOs, the media and other stakeholders in the health, energy, technology, transportation & infrastructure and food & consumer products sectors. For 40 years, the firm has provided public affairs, crisis & reputation, impact, corporate reputation and global solutions services.
APCO is renowned for its ability to champion clients’ interests and permission to operate, build their reputation and strengthen their standing. APCO’s integrated approach and team of tenacious and empathic talent create connections and winning strategies that accelerate progress and deepen impact.
By bringing diverse people and ideas together, and working beyond traditional boundaries, APCO builds the un/common ground upon which progress is made.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree or senior student in Mass Communication, Public Relations, International Relations, Marketing, or related field
- Strong writing, communication, organizational, and time management skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
- Proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint
- Full-time availability for the internship period
- Fluency in Arabic and English
- Ability to multitask and work under pressure in a fast-paced environment
What We Do
APCO is a global advisory and advocacy firm helping organizations build the un/common ground upon which progress is made.
