Public Affairs & Marketing Intern

and the job listing Expires on August 20, 2026

GBX Group is seeking a highly motivated, creative, and detail-oriented individual for a Public Affairs and Marketing Internship during Fall 2026. This intern will play a critical support role in advancing the company’s media, marketing, and communications efforts. The ideal candidate is passionate about storytelling, will have excellent verbal and written communication skills, be a self-starter, and eager to gain hands‑on experience in both traditional and digital communications within a mission-driven organization.

They will also possess an interest in learning and understanding more about historic real estate, investments, tax incentives and a growth‑oriented business model.

GBX Group is an innovative, entrepreneurial organization. Working with our investors, we are dedicated to the revitalization of historic real estate properties in some of the greatest cities in the US. Our culture is unique and very important to us. We challenge one another, work hard and truly enjoy how our work makes a difference to people in the communities we serve.

We are looking for someone who is smart, driven and passionate about being part of a team that makes a real impact to join GBX as our Public Affairs and Marketing Intern.

• Assist in drafting press releases, media advisories, and pitch materials that generate earned media coverage and raise awareness of GBX projects, initiatives, and corporate priorities.
• Support planning and logistics for media events, ribbon‑cuttings, and community engagement opportunities.
• Help manage and update content on the  website and assist with tracking web performance metrics.
• Contribute to the development and scheduling of social media content that aligns with GBX’s brand and provides a drumbeat of stories about our mission and projects, furthering corporate objectives.
• Facilitate events, tours, and educational opportunities with government officials, stakeholders, non‑profits, and project partners that further GBX’s public affairs objectives.

• Aid in creating marketing materials including print materials, digital content, video assets, social media graphics, presentations, and more.
• Capture, organize and edit photography and video content of GBX projects, team members, and events, and produce high‑quality final products that assist with storytelling.
• Assist in content development for internal and external communication efforts such as investor updates, presentations, and case studies.
• Work with external vendors or contractors on design, photography, or video projects, as needed.

• Maintain an organized archive of marketing assets including photography, press coverage, design files, and collateral.
• Support tracking of campaign analytics and marketing KPIs.
• Assist Business Development and Investor Relations teams with preparing materials for prospective investors, partners, and other external stakeholders, including presentations, investor updates, pitch material, and supporting collateral.
• Provide general support to the Public Affairs & Marketing team on day‑to‑day projects and priorities.
• Upload photography to internal Image Bank as needed.

• Current undergraduate (junior/senior) or graduate student pursuing a degree in Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, Journalism, or a related field.
• Experience or coursework in digital communications, marketing, or journalism.

Knowledge, skills and abilities listed below are the requirements needed to be proficient in the job.

• Demonstrates behaviors consistent with the Company’s Core Values.
• Passion for public storytelling, real estate, community development, or nonprofit work.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a sharp eye for detail.
• Be assertive, creative and adaptable to changing conditions.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast‑paced environment.
• Self‑starter who is organized, adaptable, and comfortable working on multiple projects at once.
• Exercises sound judgement.

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