Intern Communications

Location: Mankato, Minnesota, United States; hybrid with up to 50% work from home. The internship runs from October 2026 through May 2027 and requires 15+ hours per week. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States. Visa sponsorship or transfer of employment visa sponsorship is not available.

Base pay: $19–$20 USD per hour. This is a paid internship; housing and transportation are the intern’s responsibility, while business-related transportation and expenses are covered.

Company

hirify.global is a member-owned cooperative providing financial services that support agriculture and rural communities in Illinois, Minnesota, and Wisconsin.

What you will do

• Update editorial calendars and create content for digital message boards.
• Research and draft articles for the corporate intranet.
• Support communication plans and develop PowerPoint presentation slides.
• Gather metrics, update reports, and summarize large group meetings from transcripts and recordings.
• Assist with photo and video shoots, attend team meetings, and participate in cross-functional workgroups.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or Marketing.
• Strong listening, verbal, and written communication skills, with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently with limited guidance and collaborate effectively in a team environment.
• Professional interpersonal skills, sound judgment, flexibility, initiative, and resourcefulness.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States; visa sponsorship is unavailable.

Nice to have

• Experience with photo editing, video production, or graphic design.
• CPT or pre-opt candidates are invited to apply.

Culture & Benefits

• Hybrid work model with up to 50% work from home and flexible schedules, including additional summer flexibility.
• Learning and development, mentorship, professional membership, and certification reimbursement programs.
• Opportunities to participate in cross-functional committees and emerging professional groups.
• Business-related transportation and expenses are covered.
• Intern team members are not eligible for standard benefits except for state-mandated programs.