Internal Communications Intern

WHO WE ARE

Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG) is a rapidly growing emergency company with hospital locations across the United States. Our mission is helping people and their pets when they need it most. We are revolutionizing emergency medicine with a "customer first" mentality and a true, employee-centric work environment. We expect to see significant expansion across the country, growing from 40 to ~60 locations by the end of 2023.

TALENT + CULTURE AT VEG

At VEG, we want people and their pets to feel safe, secure, and valued; we want our employees to feel the same way. What we're aiming to achieve on the customer side is equivalent in nature to what we want for our employees: to have the best experience possible. With the highest NPS score in our industry, we're ready to ensure that VEG is always the place where the best and brightest in the emergency world not only want to work, but stay and grow. For our customers and their pets, we strive to find a way to say, "yes." We do the same and more for our teams. In fact, VEG is one of this year's nominees for INC Magazine's Best Places to Work!

WHO WE NEED

We are seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our company as an Internal Communications Intern. As an Internal Comms intern, you will play a role in supporting the Marketing team in effectively disseminating information, engaging employees, and maintaining a positive and informed work environment. This internship offers an excellent opportunity to gain practical experience in the field of internal communications and contribute to the company's culture success.

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT TO DO

• Assist in the organization and management of content on the company's intranet, ensuring that information is accurate, up to date, and easily accessible to employees.

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to create engaging and informative content for the intranet, such as news articles, employee profiles, department updates, and event announcements.

• Assist in creating training materials and sharing tips for employees to effectively use the platform and its features.

• Monitor intranet usage statistics and compile reports on engagement, user feedback, and content performance to identify areas for improvement and measure the effectiveness of communication efforts.

• Support the maintenance of consistent brand messaging and visual identity across intranet posts, ensuring alignment with the company's values and objectives.

• Contribute to the development and maintenance of the intranet's information architecture, including menu structure, navigation, and categorization of content.

• Support the integration of various tools and applications with the intranet to streamline workflows, enhance collaboration, and improve overall employee experience.

• Stay up to date with industry trends and best practices in internal communications, conduct research on emerging tools and technologies, and provide recommendations for continuous improvement.

• Assist with company wide meeting logistics, making sure stakeholders provide information needed and are aligned with the goals of each meeting.

• Provide general administrative support to the internal communications team, including scheduling meetings, organizing files, and managing communication databases.

WHAT YOU NEED

• Currently enrolled in a bachelor's or master's degree program, preferably in communication, journalism, public relations, or a related field.

• Basic understanding of intranet concepts and functionality, including content management, user experience, and information architecture.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and familiarity with web-based technologies and tools.

• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with an attention to detail.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

• Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive attitude towards learning and self-improvement.

• Familiarity with Workplace by Meta is preferred but not required.

• Desire & willingness to immerse yourself in VEG culture and learn to be a "VEGgie!"

• Enjoys working hard and getting the job done while having some laughs along the way.

BENEFITS + HOURS

• $25 per/hr; full time role (40hrs)

• Based out of headquarters in White Plains, NY

• Lunch, casual office attire, dog friendly, and a kitchen full of snacks and beverages

• Opportunity to grow and so much more

VEG celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. You've found the equal opportunity employer you are looking for. We can't wait to meet you!