Towr - s Communications & Operations Intern

Communications & Operations Intern

Position Title: Communications & Operations Intern Program: Total Operational Weather Readiness–Satellites (TOWR-S) Time Commitment: 5–10 hours per week (flexible; hours may vary by week) Appointment Period: January–May (with potential extension into Summer) Location: Remote / Hybrid (preference for alignment with NOAA/NWS operational environments) U.S. Citizenship is required due to the nature of the work

Role Overview: The TOWR-S Communications & Operations Intern will support day-to-day communications, outreach, and operational coordination efforts across the TOWR-S program. This role is designed to provide practical experience at the intersection of science operations, stakeholder engagement, and program execution, while helping ensure consistency, follow-through, and quality across communications initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Communications & Outreach Support + Assist with drafting, editing, and scheduling communications (emails, announcements, internal updates, outreach materials) + Support marketing and engagement campaigns tied to TOWR-S tools, resources, and events (e.g., SBC, Portal updates) + Help maintain consistency across messaging, branding, and documentation
• Operational & Program Support + Track communications and outreach tasks, timelines, and deliverables + Help organize and maintain content libraries, calendars, and reference materials + Support coordination across teams to ensure follow-ups and action items are completed
• Content & Platform Support + Assist with light content updates for web or internal platforms (e.g., Portal pages, documentation, summaries) + Help compile metrics or feedback related to outreach, engagement, or usage where applicable

Desired Skills & Qualifications:

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing multiple workstreams
• Interest in science communications, operations, or program management
• Familiarity with tools like Google Workspace, Slack, and basic project tracking tools
• Bonus: experience or interest in NOAA, weather, satellites, or technical programs

Learning Outcomes:

• Exposure to NOAA/NWS operational environments and satellite programs
• Hands-on experience supporting real-world science communications and operations
• Mentorship in strategic communications, stakeholder engagement, and program execution

Eligibility & Ideal Candidates: This opportunity is open to undergraduate students who have completed at least their sophomore year and graduate students, particularly those pursuing or completing degrees in strategic communications, communications, project management, public affairs, or related fields. We are especially interested in graduate students and advanced undergraduates who are eager to apply communications and project management skills to satellite imagery, Earth-observing data, and science-to-operations products that support the National Weather Service and partner federal agencies (e.g., NOAA, NASA).

Additional requirements and values:

• U.S. citizenship is required due to the nature of the work.
• We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourage applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives to apply.

Basic Compensation: $22.88/hr - $34.28/hr The offered rate will be based on contract affordability and the selected candidate's working location, knowledge, skills, and/or experience and in consideration of internal parity.

KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

KBR Benefits: KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.