Communications Intern (Part-Time)
Who We Are:
California Resources Corporation (CRC) is the largest publicly traded oil and natural gas producer in California. We are committed to safely and responsibly supplying affordable, reliable energy to meet the needs of the state. With a strategic focus on California, CRC utilizes advanced technologies and integrated infrastructure to drive efficient operations and long-term sustainability.
Who You Are
- Analytical and detail-oriented, with a strong interest in the communications field
- Works well in a collaborative environment and communicates clearly across formats
- Eager to build practical experience and understand how a communications function operates within a company
- Comfortable handling routine information, organizing content, and working with data
- Takes initiative, stays on top of tasks, and follows through with minimal supervision
What We’re Looking For
We’re looking for a part-time intern to support our Communications team. This is an excellent opportunity for a student interested in communications, marketing, or business administration to contribute directly to a core part of our business while gaining valuable real-world experience.
Below are some key qualifications:
- Currently enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program (Communications, Marketing, Business Administration, Digital Media, or a related field)
- Expected graduation in Spring 2026 or later
- Minimum GPA of 3.0
- Ability to work up to 29 hours per week onsite
- Basic proficiency in Microsoft Excel and/or data reporting tools
- Previous internship or field or industry exposure is a plus, but not required
- Ability to handle and maintain confidentiality of company information
- Demonstrated abilities that support internal and external stakeholders
Critical Skills/Knowledge:
- Excellent written and verbal communications skills
- Experience managing communications across various social media platforms, and an understanding of how to leverage the strengths of each channel:
- LinkedIn, X, Facebook, YouTube.
- Strong project management and organization skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Working knowledge of the basic tenets of traditional marketing and public relations is a plus but not required
- Knowledge of media relations basics is a plus but not required
What You’ll Do
As an intern, you’ll support a range of activities within our Communications team, working closely with our External Relations team. You’ll gain exposure to the day-to-day functions of corporate and executive communications, including media tracking, internal initiatives, and public-facing work.
Responsibilities may include but are not limited to:
- Collecting and organizing daily media clips
- Managing, processing and tracking charitable contribution requests
- Supporting invoice processing and documentation
- Support department business planning and strategy meetings through creation and distribution of agenda, meeting logistics, reminders, consolidation of presentations, etc.
- Serve as webpage administrator by regularly updating pages and ensuring accurate information is posted
- Maintain files (electronic and hard copy) and coordinate regular records retention reviews
- Drafting content for social media and internal communications
- Monitoring the media inbox and routing incoming inquiries
- Participating in team meetings and supporting active communications projects
- Managing External Relations inventory of supplies (graphics, swag)
Why You’ll Love Working Here
- Hands-on experience in corporate communications
- Flexible work schedule
- Paid time off
- Paid sick leave
CRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V
