Corporate Affairs Intern (Summer 2026) Corporate Affairs Intern (Summer 2026)

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Position Summary

Our Corporate Affairs Team is central to our mission, collaborating with media, community partners and key internal and external stakeholders to effectively share Purina’s story. They look after our reputation and ensure we’re a good corporate citizen in our hometown of St. Louis, as well as the many communities in which we operate across the country. Additionally, the team manages partnerships with nonprofit organizations, coordinates and supports events within both local and extended communities, and actively engages our associates through various internal functions and programs throughout the year.

As a Corporate Affairs Intern, you’ll help the Corporate Affairs function promote, protect, and influence our external and internal stakeholders. During this 12-week program, you’ll gain exposure to all types of communications, community affairs, event planning, government affairs, and reputation management.

• Identify engaging stories and develop content to share for internal and external channels
• Develop written and video content for internal platforms including our weekly newsletter and Viva Engage communities
• Develop artwork leveraging Canva and Photoshop to accompany content
• Serve as liaison with external vendors and internal communications to create compelling and integrated video collateral
• Assist with event planning and implementation, including logistics and vendor management for our various community, non-profit, and government affairs partners
• Assist in developing collateral for building awareness of events

No relocation or housing will be provided for this opportunity.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program with an expected graduation date between December 2026 and May 2027
• Must be majoring in Communications, Journalism, English, Digital Communications, or related field of study
• Must be able to commit to 12 full-time, consecutive weeks during the summer of 2026
• Previous internship experience and/or involvement with an on-campus, student-led, athletic, or Military organization

Other

• Experience writing in AP (Associated Press) Style is preferred
• Event planning experience (e.g. Student Activity Board, Social Chair, Athletic or Club event) is preferred
• Proficiency with Canva and/or Adobe Suite is preferred
• Interest in Photography and/or Videography is preferred

The approximate hourly pay for this position is $21.00. Please note that the pay provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Final compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to knowledge, skills and abilities as well as geographic location.

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Job Requisition: 391272