Communications Intern

TemperPack is seeking a Communications Intern in Richmond, VA, to assist the Chief of Staff in enhancing internal communication processes. Responsibilities include developing communication templates, structuring message flows, and identifying gaps in understanding the organization's strategy. Ideal candidates are detail-oriented and proactive, currently pursuing a degree in Communications or related fields. The role emphasizes strong communication skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office.
Job Details

Job Location TEMPERPACK VA - RICHMOND, VA

Travel Percentage None

Description

About TemperPack

TemperPack is a rapidly growing company based in Richmond, Virginia. We design and manufacture innovative, sustainable packaging components for cold-chain shipping of food and pharmaceutical products. The markets we serve have an urgent need for disruptive, sustainable alternatives to replace the wide array of non-sustainable packaging materials conventionally used in the cold-chain, such as Styrofoam coolers. Our aspiration is to provide packaging solutions that customers and end-consumers feel great about using.

Our employees have a passion to work hard and have fun seeing it pay off; desire to be part of something special, enjoy personal growth with TemperPack; understand and thrive in a hands-on, dynamic start-up culture that is growing rapidly.

Job Description

We are seeking a motivated Communications Intern to support the Chief of Staff and executive office in improving internal communication processes, ensuring alignment across teams, and closing gaps in understanding the organization’s strategy. This role is ideal for someone who is detail-oriented, proactive, and eager to contribute to shaping a structured and effective internal communications framework

Qualifications

Essential Job Responsibilities:
• Assist in establishing communication cadences, ensuring regular and structured updates across the organization.
• Develop and refine communication templates (e.g., newsletters, briefings, internal memos, presentations) to enhance clarity and consistency.
• Support the structuring of internal communication processes, including message flow, approvals, and distribution channels.
• Work closely with teams to identify communication gaps and recommend solutions to improve alignment and strategic understanding.
• Assist in drafting and editing key internal messages to ensure they are clear, concise, and aligned with organizational goals.
• Help create and maintain an internal communication playbook with best practices and guidelines.
• Support the coordination of internal meetings, town halls, and leadership updates

Basic Qualifications:
• Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Communications, Public Relations, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with an eye for detail and consistency.
• Ability to organize information, structure processes, and create templates that streamline communication.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

TemperPack provides Equal Employment Opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or status as a covered veteran/reservist, and any other class of protected individuals, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Our company uses E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.E-Verify.gov.