Communications & Visual Storytelling Intern (Part-Time)

Summary

Otis is a global elevator and escalator manufacturing, installation, and service company. The company is seeking a Communications & Visual Storytelling Intern to support internal communications and employee engagement through visual content, video editing, employee storytelling, and written communications. The role also assists with editorial planning, campaign execution, and content organization for audiences across the U.S. and Canada.

Responsibilities

• Design engaging graphics and visual assets using Canva and PowerPoint for internal communications campaigns
• Transform written content into visually compelling formats suitable for digital channels
• Support the creation of infographics, social graphics, presentations and digital storytelling materials
• Design the Sharepoint pages and visual layouts of our internal articles for Americas’ colleagues
• Create branded visual content for employee recognition, leadership communications, business updates and engagement initiatives
• Edit short-form videos for internal and external audiences
• Develop video clips, reels and highlight content from interviews, events and existing footage
• Apply motion graphics, captions, music and other creative elements to increase engagement
• Recommend creative approaches for maximizing content across multiple channels
• Conduct interviews with employees, leaders and subject matter experts to uncover compelling stories
• Draft employee features, project spotlights and recognition stories
• Help identify story opportunities that highlight innovation, customer impact, safety, culture and community engagement
• Assist with content creation for internal communication platforms and social channels
• Support editorial calendars and content planning activities
• Review and edit written communications for clarity, tone and consistency
• Assist with campaign execution, content organization and project tracking
• Help gather photos, videos and other storytelling assets from colleagues across the organization

Skills

• Current undergraduate or graduate student pursuing Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, Journalism, Graphic Design, Digital Media or a related field
• Strong graphic design capabilities and demonstrated experience with Canva and/or PowerPoint
• Experience editing short-form video content using tools such as Canva, Adobe Premiere Rush, CapCut, Adobe Creative Suite, or similar platforms
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines independently
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn
• Has a strong visual eye and can turn ideas into polished content
• Enjoys meeting new people and uncovering interesting stories
• Is curious and not afraid to ask a question – we're all learning
• Is comfortable reaching out to colleagues and conducting interviews
• Brings creativity while also paying attention to details and deadlines
• Is curious about how communications supports business goals and company culture
• Can work independently while collaborating effectively in a remote environment
• Remote (U.S. - East Coast hours)
• Approximately 10 hours per week
• Experience interviewing people for content creation, journalism, social media or storytelling projects
• Portfolio showcasing graphic design, video editing, written content, or digital storytelling work
• Familiarity with social media content development and audience engagement
• Interest in corporate communications and employee engagement

Qualifications

Must Haves

• Current undergraduate or graduate student pursuing Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, Journalism, Graphic Design, Digital Media or a related field
• Strong graphic design capabilities and demonstrated experience with Canva and/or PowerPoint
• Experience editing short-form video content using tools such as Canva, Adobe Premiere Rush, CapCut, Adobe Creative Suite, or similar platforms
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines independently
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn
• Has a strong visual eye and can turn ideas into polished content
• Enjoys meeting new people and uncovering interesting stories
• Is curious and not afraid to ask a question – we're all learning
• Is comfortable reaching out to colleagues and conducting interviews
• Brings creativity while also paying attention to details and deadlines
• Is curious about how communications supports business goals and company culture
• Can work independently while collaborating effectively in a remote environment
• Remote (U.S. - East Coast hours)
• Approximately 10 hours per week

Nice to Haves

• Experience interviewing people for content creation, journalism, social media or storytelling projects
• Portfolio showcasing graphic design, video editing, written content, or digital storytelling work
• Familiarity with social media content development and audience engagement
• Interest in corporate communications and employee engagement

Benefits

• Remote work arrangement with U.S. East Coast hours
• Real-world experience in corporate communications and storytelling.
• Hands-on opportunities to build a professional portfolio of graphic design, video and written communications work.
• Exposure to executive communications, employee engagement and internal communications strategy.
• Mentorship from an experienced communications leader.
• The opportunity to tell stories that reach thousands of employees across North America.
• Opportunities, training, and resources that build leadership and capabilities.
• Employee Scholar Program through which Otis sponsors colleagues to pursue degrees or certification programs.