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Communications Intern

Columbus, NE, US, 68602-0499

Nebraska Public Power District (NPPD) has an immediate opening for a **Communications Intern** located at the **Columbus General Office** in **Columbus** , **Nebraska** . Position closes November 4, 2025, at 11:59 p.m. Central Time.

This is a temporary position available from approximately December 1, 2025 through November 30, 2026 (based on student availability). The work schedule is Monday through Friday, 40 hours per week, with the expectation of working from the Columbus office a minimum of 2-3 days per week when school is not in session (Summer 2026). Remote work of approximately 15-20 hours per week during the school year will be considered and approved on a case-by-case basis.

Position Summary

The incumbent will assist in planning, developing, and implementing communication for internal and external audiences; create written and graphic content, and coordinate photos, graphics and video to be used in the layout and design of print and digital publications. The incumbent will also assist with planning and coordinating special events and will design and implement attractive assets that communicate with purpose for our customers. This will include communication and coordination with internal subject matter experts as well as external customers.

Education, Training and Experience

The intern must be enrolled in an accredited two-year or four-year college/university carrying a minimum of 12 semester units/credits or 8 quarter units with freshman, sophomore, junior or senior standing with a desire to pursue a career in Mass Communications, Web Design, Communications, Advertising, Sales, Journalism, Public Relations, Marketing, Computer Science, Information Technology, Internet Marketing, Data Analytics, Data Science or related fields and must maintain enrollment. Junior or senior status is preferred. Students enrolled in Associate Programs but planning on pursuing a bachelor's degree will be considered if proof of a 4-year plan can be demonstrated.

The internship/training must be in the student's field of study. College credit may apply to some internships.

The intern should have strong brand management, media, data and analytic skills, composition skills, customer service, and familiarity with layout, design, and photo/video systems. Social media knowledge and content management systems are desired. Utility knowledge is a plus.

Licenses and/or Certifications

None required

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Strong organizational skills and multi-tasking ability.

Must work well within a team environment and focus on safety; have a disciplined work ethic and a commitment to quality work products.

Have a growth-mindset and an eagerness to learn.

Ability and/or willingness to work with various software to create graphics using graphic design software, such as Adobe editing products (Illustrator, InDesign, or Photoshop)

Familiarity with sound and audio equipment and video editing software.

Assist with various graphic design projects, including layout and design for various public relations requests.

Assist with multi-media projects such as video creation and other requests received by Corporate Communications. Assist in planning and coordination of summer outreach events such as the Nebraska State Fair, community parades, career fairs, and the Well Fargo Nebraska Open.

Manage, organize, and lead content within MediaBank, NPPD’s digital asset and content management solution.

_Accountable for other duties as assigned._

Core Competencies

Customer Focus

Employees & Teamwork/Diversity & Inclusion

Integrity/Excellence

Public Service/Environmental Stewardship

Safety

**Salary Information** _-_ $19.00 per hour

**Travel Required:** Up to 25% (With no or minimal overnight stays, less than 3 per month, typically within state of Nebraska) _Travel required may fluctuate by business need. This is an estimate and will be discussed further with candidates that receive an interview._

Nebraska Public Power District offers a competitive starting salary and an excellent benefits package including medical and dental insurance, 401K retirement plan, paid holidays, paid vacation, paid medical, training opportunities and more.

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact Human Resources at Nebraska Public Power District.

_Nebraska Public Power District is an Equal Opportunity Employer_

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer who values the contributions of its diverse work force. We are only legally able to hire persons who are 1) a United States citizen or national, 2) a lawful permanent resident of the United States, or 3) an alien legally authorized to work in the United States.

Benefits

Customers around the state know what to expect from NPPD — quality, reliability and performance excellence. Our values also extend to the way we take care of our employees and their families. We remain on the leading edge by providing competitive benefits that respond to the diverse lifestyles of our people in an ever-changing world.

Salary

Nebraska Public Power District offers a competitive starting salary with opportunities for growth. In addition to the base salary listed in posting, NPPD employees may also be eligible for our Annual Incentive Program (AIP) that may supplement total compensation at a level above and beyond the stated salary range.

Retirement Savings

NPPD employees may participate in two retirement plan options – a 401(k) plan and a 457(b) plan. Both plans allow for pre-tax or Roth contributions. After the first six months of employment, the 401(k) plan includes a generous matching contribution from NPPD. The five-year vesting period begins on an employee’s hire date. Our retired employees are eligible for retiree healthcare benefits as well as a life benefit paid out to designated beneficiaries upon their passing.

Health & Wellness

At NPPD, we care about the health and wellness of our employees. We offer new teammates two competitive hospital / medical plan options to fit their lifestyle and family needs. We also make an annual contribution to employee Health Savings Accounts, which can be used to offset out-of-pocket expenses. Employees and their spouse are invited to participate in a variety of wellness initiatives offered throughout the year as a way to enhance their wellness, reduce health risks and promote healthy lifestyles.

Other Benefits

Employees earn vacation on a schedule commensurate with their years of service. We also offer paid holidays as well as personal and family medical leave, including birth mother recovery leave and parental child bonding leave. All full-time employees receive a life insurance policy equivalent to two times the participant's annual salary at no cost to the employee. NPPD also offers dental and vision insurance as well as personal accident, accidental death and dismemberment, critical illness, hospital indemnity, long-term care, pre-paid legal/identity theft, and short-and long-term disability insurance plans. Additional benefits include college tuition reimbursement, relocation assistance and complimentary access to an Employee Assistance Program.