Communications Intern: Elevate Events & Social Media

This position, under general supervision of the Director of Communications, is responsible primarily for the support of planning and coordination of different events involving Port staff and employee participation; responsible for performing general administrative tasks.

• Assist the Communications Director in the planning of internal and external events requiring Port staff participation
• Produce, format, and edit communication pieces, including Commission slideshows
• Develop content for social media channels and strategize methods for driving engagement
• Coordinate with Port staff, Port Commissioners, and members of the community on requirements for events hosted and sponsored by PCCA
• Provide clerical and minor administrative tasks
• Establish and maintain necessary office files including photo archive and media contacts
• Adhere to Port policy and maintain good employee relations
• Complete assigned tasks and work required hours/shifts to fulfill Port objectives
• Perform other related duties as assigned

While performing duties, the employee is regularly required to sit, speak or hear, use hand and finger movements; occasionally required to stand, walk, reach, stoop, kneel and lift and/or move up to 30 pounds.

General office environment; occasional exposure to adverse weather conditions.

This is an internship position. Candidates shall be attending an accredited college or university with a major in Communications and/or Public Relations; demonstrated written and oral proficiency in the English language; proficiency in Spanish preferred. Strong writing, editing and graphic communication skills, organizational and time management skills; ability to operate a personal computer and a variety of programs, office equipment, and internet.

Must deal effectively with the public and varying levels of management.

Interested and qualified candidates must apply online at  on or before July 12th, 2026, 11:59 PM CST.

If you are selected for a position with PCCA, your employment will be contingent upon submission to and successful completion of a drug test and alcohol screening as well as a verification of information and qualifications provided during the selection process.

As part of our dedication to the diversity of our workforce, PCCA is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard for race, color, gender, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, military status, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any other protected group status.