Communications Intern

Location: Washington D.C. Department: M&F - Finance & Admin - USA

DB E.C.O. North America (with “E.C.O.” representing “Engineering, Consulting and Operations") offers specialized rail and transit consultancy services to public agencies, passenger and freight railroads. DB E.C.O. North America is part of the DB E.C.O. Group and leverages Deutsche Bahn’s global expertise to advance mobility and rail transportation across the U.S. and Canada. Their cross-disciplinary team collaborates closely with clients to innovate their portfolios and elevate business performance. With a focus on sustainability, safety, and operational excellence, they strive to enhance the customer experience, increase rail usage, and “Transform The Future Of Mobility.”

Department: Marketing & Delegation Reports to: Director of Communications

Tasks & Responsibilities:

Responsible for assisting our Marketing & Delegation Department with developing and implementing marketing strategies and campaigns including designing proposals, organizing delegation trips to Germany, and supporting with company events in the United States.  This internship is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to gain hands-on experience in marketing and develop their skills in a real-world environment and apply their current railway knowledge.

Communications

Assist with the creation and distribution of internal and external communications, including newsletters, employee announcements, and social media content.

Support the company's LinkedIn presence through content creation and engagement activities.

Help gather and develop content highlighting company projects, employee achievements, customer success stories, and industry insights.

Assist with maintaining communication calendars, contact lists, and distribution lists.

Support employee engagement and internal communication initiatives.

Website Management

Assist with maintaining and updating the company website using WordPress.

Support the publication of website content, news articles, and project highlights.

Help monitor website performance and support SEO and analytics activities.

Ensure website content remains current and aligned with company branding.

Marketing Materials & Brand Management

Assist with the creation and maintenance of marketing materials, presentations, digital assets, and promotional items.

Support the development of customer-facing materials and corporate presentations.

Help maintain marketing templates, brand resources, and content libraries.

Assist with coordinating photography, videography, and other multimedia content.

Support special projects, including the annual company photo calendar.

Events, Customer Programs & Delegations

Support the planning and execution of company events, customer programs, and industry conferences.

Assist with event communications, attendee materials, and post-event follow-up activities.

Capture and organize content from events for use across newsletters, social media, and the company website.

Support photography, videography, and content creation during company events.

Additional Responsibilities

Perform other duties and support special projects as assigned based on business needs.

Requirements:

Strong organizational skills

Attention to detail and ability to multitask.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs and experience in WordPress.

Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Creative and innovative thinking skills.

Strong organizational and project management skills.

Currently pursuing or recently graduated with a degree in marketing, communications, graphic design, business, or related field.

Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Fluency in English is required, proficiency in German is a plus.

Familiarity with social media platforms e.g., LinkedIn.

Familiarity with the Deutsche Bahn Group’s railway transportation including technical railway knowledge.

Working Conditions and Travel:

This is a full-time, in-office position requiring on-site presence 5 days per week.

Physical Requirements, with or without a reasonable accommodation:

Ability to work at a computer workstation for periods up to 4 hours at a time

Ability to speak on the telephone for a total of up to 3 hours per day

Ability to sit for up to 3 hours without breaks at meetings

Ability to walk and stand for up to 4 hours without breaks at program site visits and meetings

The compensation for this position is between $25/hour and $33/hour, depending on professional qualifications and experience.

Quick overview of our U.S. Health & Wellness Benefits:

Medical Insurance: Multiple options - Low to High Deductible plans

Dental & Vision

Health Savings & Flexible Spending Accounts

Life & AD&D Insurance, Short-term, and Long-term Disability: Company-paid

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and their household members

Commuter Benefits: Use tax-free money to pay for eligible transit and parking expenses (Train, subway, bus, ferry, parking).

Parental Paid Leave

Supplemental Coverage: Optional accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity plans with wellness benefits.

Retirement Savings (401k) with company safe harbor contributions

Vacation & Holidays: Competitive time off plus 11 paid company holidays

DB E.C.O North America, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, veteran status, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements. DB E.C.O North America, Inc. complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment.

For California applicants: We follow the California Fair Chance Act, San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and/or Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring. As is the case for applicants in any jurisdiction, you do not need to disclose your criminal histor