Internal Communications Specialist

About Commonwealth Fusion Systems: 

Commonwealth Fusion Systems is on a mission to deliver the urgent transition to fusion energy.

Combining decades of research, top talent and new technologies, we’re designing and building commercially viable fusion power plants. And working with policymakers and suppliers to build the energy industry of the future. 

We’re in the best position to make it happen. Since 2018, we’ve raised over $2 billion in capital – more than any other fusion energy company in the U.S.

Now we’re looking for more thinkers, doers, builders, and makers to join us. People who’ll bring new perspectives, solve tough problems, and thrive as part of a team. 

If that’s you and this role fits, we want to hear from you.

Join the power movement as an internal communications specialist

We’re on the lookout for an Internal Communications Specialist to join our team. In this role, reporting to the Head of Internal Communications, you’ll play a crucial part in keeping everyone at CFS informed and engaged. 

What you'll do:

• Coordinate internal communications: Be our ‘air traffic controller,’ by helping to develop and manage our internal communications channel strategy. Ensure messages reach the right people at the right time and through the right channels.
• Create engaging content: Write clear, informative, and engaging content for our team, including emails, Slack updates, newsletters, and digital signage. Use data to measure and improve our communications.
• Develop guidelines: Work with the head of internal communications to create guidelines and processes that ensure clarity and coordination. Collaborate with different teams to align their messages.
• Coordinate all-hands meetings: Handle the logistics and preparation for all-hands meetings. Contact presenters, review materials, coordinate with IT, and send brief recaps with key takeaways after each meeting. Always look for ways to make these meetings better.
• Spread the word: Keep everyone informed about the latest industry news and what’s happening at CFS. 
• Boost employee engagement: Come up with fun and creative ways to recognize and engage our employees. Help keep CFS a positive and motivating place to work.

What we're looking for:

• Bachelor’s degree: In communications, journalism, public relations, or a related field.
• Experience: At least 4 years in internal communications or a similar role, with a proven track record of crafting and delivering engaging content. Strong writing, editing, and storytelling skills are essential. Experience in project management is a plus. 
• Team player: Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
• Creativity: We value creative thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Bonus points: Experience or interest in video production is a plus!

Essential Requirements:

• Perform extended activities such as stooping, climbing, typing, standing, sitting, etc.
• Willingness to travel or work required nights/weekends/on-call regularly
• Work in a facility that contains industrial hazards including heat, cold, noise, fumes, strong magnets, lead (Pb), high voltage, high current, pressure systems, and cryogenics
• #LI-Onsite

At CFS, we excel in fast-paced environments, driven by our values of integrity, execution, impact, and self-critique. As we grow, we’re eager to bring on mission-driven folks who offer diverse perspectives and fresh ways to tackle challenges.

We value diversity deeply and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer by choice. We consider all qualified applicants equally, regardless of race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, protected veteran status, religion, physical or mental disability, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or any other basis protected by law.