Communications & Engagement Intern

We're looking for an organized, proactive communicator to support recruiting, internal engagement, and event coordination. This role blends communication, design, and organization — ideal for someone who enjoys connecting people and telling stories through visuals and details.

Location: Local to Arlington, VA
Employment Type: Part-Time (school year) or Full-Time Internship (summer/winter)
Experience Level: Current College Student

Responsibilities

• Conduct candidate pre-screen interviews during scheduled work hours.
• Manage and maintain recruiting communications — ensuring candidates receive timely updates, friendly touchpoints, and clear information throughout the hiring process.
• Help coordinate and attend career fairs, recruiting events, or community engagement activities.
• Manage internal surveys and follow-ups, track responses, and summarize insights.
• Support internal communications (e.g., newsletters, announcements, employee highlights).
• Manage vendor coordination for purchases or company events.
• Maintain BD pipeline communication notes and contact updates.
• Support training presentations with visuals, layout, and narrative flow.
• Coordinate travel arrangements, communicate itineraries, and assist with bookings.
• Research new collaboration and engagement tools to enhance team culture.

Qualifications

• Current college student pursuing communications, psychology, business, or related field.
• Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills.
• Proficient in Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Slides, Calendar).
• Organized multitasker who manages shifting priorities gracefully.
• Professional demeanor with a people-first approach.

Why Join LightFeather?

At LightFeather, you're not just taking a job—you're joining a purpose-driven team that delivers innovative, mission-critical solutions to make a real difference. You'll work on diverse, meaningful projects that challenge and inspire you, alongside some of the best minds in the industry.