TDS Telecom
525 Junction Rd Ste 1000, Madison, WI 53717
Remote
2021-12-03
Corporate Communications – PR Intern
3.7
Overview:
We are looking for an Intern to work 10-20 hours per week during the school year; potential to expand internship into the summer with 30-40 hours per week. Flexible scheduling is available.
About TDS:
TDS Telecommunications LLC (TDS Metrocom/TDS) is a leading provider of fiber internet service. With more than 50 years of experience, the growing communications company is building and deploying new, fiber optic networks in neighborhoods across the country to deliver up to 2 Gigabit internet speeds to homes and up to 10 Gigabit internet speeds to business. In addition, TDS provides innovative TV entertainment and advanced phone services. Visit tdsfiber.com to learn more.
What Sets TDS Apart?
TDS has a laser focus on our customers that is supported by a great culture driven by the TDS mission and shared values. TDS strongly believes in partnering with local communities throughout the country and encourages all employees to participate in volunteer opportunities.
Here are some of the things that sets TDS apart:
This is your chance to gain real-time experience in communications while finishing your degree. Our Corporate Communications – PR Internship Program has been developed to help you shape your career in PR and communications.
We are looking for an Intern to work 10-20 hours per week during the school year; potential to expand internship into the summer with 30-40 hours per week. Flexible scheduling is available.
About TDS:
TDS Telecommunications LLC (TDS Metrocom/TDS) is a leading provider of fiber internet service. With more than 50 years of experience, the growing communications company is building and deploying new, fiber optic networks in neighborhoods across the country to deliver up to 2 Gigabit internet speeds to homes and up to 10 Gigabit internet speeds to business. In addition, TDS provides innovative TV entertainment and advanced phone services. Visit tdsfiber.com to learn more.
What Sets TDS Apart?
TDS has a laser focus on our customers that is supported by a great culture driven by the TDS mission and shared values. TDS strongly believes in partnering with local communities throughout the country and encourages all employees to participate in volunteer opportunities.
Here are some of the things that sets TDS apart:
- Professional development opportunities with our Intern Employee Resource Group
- Performing meaningful and real-life work that will bolster your portfolio
- TDS’ “Be Good Citizens” provides for 16 hours of paid volunteer work each year
- And so much more (visit: https://tdstelecom.com/about/company-information/community-involvement.html)
As a Corporate Communications – PR Intern at TDS, you will have the opportunity to:
- Work directly on Corporate Communications initiatives
- Learn from experts in communications and PR
- Build your portfolio writing for multi-media formats (e.g., blogs, news releases, internal/external stories, social media)
- Contribute social media content, maintenance and strategies for various properties including Instagram, Facebook, Twitter
- Gain hands-on experience within a variety of PR areas
- Join a network of interns as part of TDS’ Intern Employee Resource Group, with opportunities for leadership
- Spend time with professional partners and leadership participating in day-to-day activities
- Competitive compensation
Required Qualifications
- 3+ semesters in the study of PR, Marketing, News Media, or Communications.
Other Qualifications
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Excellent computer skills, social media savvy, Excel and Word.
- 1+ years computer experience.
- Participation in student group such as PRSSA, local student newspaper, AdFed, AMA, etc.
At TDS, we embrace Equal Employment Opportunity by valuing our differences and consider all qualified applicants without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by law. To learn about our diversity & inclusion philosophy and culture, click here!