Student Communications Intern

RESPEC is a nationally recognized engineering consulting company seeking a Student Communications Intern for Summer 2026 in our Rapid City, SD office.

Big challenges need bold thinkers.

If you’re someone who sees problems as opportunities, you’ll thrive here. RESPEC is 100% employee-owned, which means we take ownership of every challenge. Here, your ideas drive real solutions. Since 1969, we’ve tackled complex challenges in energy transition, infrastructure resilience, digital transformation, and sustainability.

At RESPEC, you’ll work alongside clients to take on critical problems. Depending on your expertise, you might design infrastructure in remote locations, develop renewable energy solutions for global projects, or apply data-driven technology to improve mining and water systems.

We bring deep technical knowledge, real-world experience, and a commitment to work that matters. If you're looking for a place where your contributions have real impact, you’ll fit right in.

We do not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters.

RESPEC is seeking a Communications Intern who’s ready to jump into active storytelling and day-to-day communications work. You’ll help write content, support social media, gather project updates, and contribute to internal and external campaigns. It’s a chance to build real skills while working closely with a collaborative marketing and communications team.

The ideal candidate will have the following:

• Must be working toward a bachelor 's degree in Communications, Journalism, Marketing, Public Relations, English, or a related field.
• Strong writing and editing abilities; familiarity with social media platforms; basic understanding of content creation and brand voice; proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint).
• Ability to translate information clearly for different audiences; strong attention to detail; organizational skills; willingness to learn technical subject matter; strong collaboration and time management abilities
• Experience with Canva or basic graphic editing; familiarity with analytics tools; interest in corporate storytelling

Compensation: Hourly wage depends on education and experience, plus statutory insurance requirements.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.