We are seeking a student intern to support our Communications organization in our Los Angeles, CA, West Palm Beach, FL or Arlington, VA site.
Internships at AR provide both an opportunity and challenge for students to enhance their professional skills to include: government/civics, public policy advocacy and outreach, critical thinking abilities, and communication skills. A successful student-candidate will be a self-starter with a strong interest public policy, government, and aerospace and defense.
The role is expected to begin in May/June and last approximately 10-12 weeks.
Essential Functions:
Write external communication stories about program milestones in the Space Propulsion & Power Systems segment
Assist in the production of written and visual communications collateral
Provide support in the planning and execution of communications-led outreach programs
Candidate must be currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree program in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing (or related major) and be returning to school upon completion of the assignment.
Preferred Qualifications
Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
Solid academic track record of accomplishment
Working knowledge of Microsoft Software applications
Self-starter with the ability to work with little direction
Leadership & teamwork skills
An interest in issues related to public policy affecting the aerospace and defense sectors
Interest/experience in the Legislative and Executive branches of government
Experience creating and maintaining databases
Strong organizational skills
L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.