Communications Internship, Des Moines, Iowa

The Principal Financial Group, Application Deadline April 30, 2012

RIS Communications Paid Internship 

Description: 

The Principal Financial Group is currently seeking interns to join the Retirement Marketing Communications team in our Des Moines, IA corporate headquarters. This is an outstanding opportunity for students majoring in Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing or Communications to join a Fortune 500 company in the spring/summer of 2012. As an intern, you would be involved in the creation, distribution and measurement of various print and electronic marketing-communication materials.

Location: Des Moines, IA

Desired Major(s): 

Marketing, CORPORATE COMMUNICATION, COMMUNICATION STUDIES 

Qualifications: 

Applicants must be pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, Communications or a related field. Students must have completed intermediate coursework, and preference is given to applicants with at least a 3.0 GPA. Must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills, creativity, project management skills, and ability to work well in a team and independently. Preferred skills include:

Leadership demonstrated through employment experiences or formal positions in student organizations

Exposure to social media, communications plans, project management, and general marketing concepts

Demonstrated ability to multi-task while maintaining attention to detail 

Internships are available for students willing to work part-time in the spring of 2012 and/or full-time in the summer of 2012.

Applicants must also have the permanent legal right to work in the United States without need for sponsorship now or in the future. Employment at the Principal Financial Group is contingent upon completion of a thorough background check.

CONTACT INFORMATION

Employer: The Principal Financial Group

Name: Human Resources

E-mail: myhr@principal.com

Phone: 515-247-MYHR (6947)

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Applications Accepted Until:

Apr 30, 2012