DP World Americas is seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Marketing & Communications Intern to join our Americas Regional Office in Charlotte. The goal of this internship is to provide hands-on experience in various aspects of marketing, corporate communications -- both internal and external -- social media, events, creative and thought leadership content development. The internship will last for 10 weeks and will require working closely with various members of the ARO communications team to support our efforts in engaging customers, potential customers, employees and stakeholders effectively. This includes a key focus on the integration of social media channels and the marketing function to drive brand awareness, engagement and leads. To maximize the opportunity to engage a variety of functional teams, we request the candidate reports to the office four days per week and can expect to work five days a week overall.

On-site role
Location: Charlotte, NC (DP World does not offer accommodations throughout internships)
Strong performance could lead to a full-time position after graduation
10-week program that will run from June 2026 to August 2026
Department: Marketing

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

Marketing: Focus on leveraging LinkedIn as a lead generation tool and participating in the optimization of social media platforms aimed at growing revenue and brand awareness
Social Media: Support the development of social media content to enhance our brand presence across various platforms. Engage with followers and contribute to growing our online community
Internal Communications: Assist in drafting, editing, and distributing communications to employees, including newsletters, emails, and intranet updates
Reporting: Assist in the development and updating of key performance indicators (KPIs) and measurement tools highlighting progress against targets
Executive Support: Provide general support to the communications team, including organizing meetings, preparing materials, and supporting the development of presentations and reports
Collaborative Projects: Work closely with the sales, people operations, safety, and sustainability teams to ensure alignment and consistency in social communications across all departments

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

Students pursuing a degree in Communications, Public Relations, Public Affairs, Advertising, Graphic Design, Marketing or a related field
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Familiarity with social media platforms and content creation
Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and various social media tools
A passion for learning and a proactive approach to problem-solving

What You Will Gain

Hands-on experience in various communication disciplines including marketing, social media customer focused messaging and event coordination
The opportunity to work closely with different marketing and communications disciplines within a global organization, gaining insights into cross-functional teamwork
Exposure to marketings & communications strategies that impact employees, customers, and key stakeholders on a global scale
The chance to contribute to meaningful projects that shape how our organization is perceived both internally and externally

Please note: This position does not offer sponsorship for employment visas. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in The United States without sponsorship now or in the future.

ABOUT DP WORLD

Trade is the lifeblood of the global economy, creating opportunities and improving the quality of life for people around the world. DP World exists to make the world’s trade flow better, changing what’s possible for the customers and communities we serve globally.

With a dedicated, diverse and professional team of more than 115,000 employees from 160 nationalities, spanning 78 countries on six continents, DP World is pushing trade further and faster towards a seamless supply chain that’s fit for the future.

We’re rapidly transforming and integrating our businesses -- Ports and Terminals, Marine Services, Logistics and Technology – and uniting our global infrastructure with local expertise to create stronger, more efficient end-to-end supply chain solutions that can change the way the world trades.

What's more, we're reshaping the future by investing in innovation. From intelligent delivery systems to automated warehouse stacking, we’re at the cutting edge of disruptive technology, pushing the sector towards better ways to trade, minimizing disruptions from the factory floor to the customer’s door.

DP World is on a mission to transcend boundaries and bridge the gap between all nations and cultures – not just in what we do but also in how we behave.

We are dedicated to creating a culture where everyone feels respected, supported, and empowered to reach their full potential. We believe that embracing inclusion and diversity, drives innovation and growth and helps us connect people, businesses, and societies. Free minds and different perspectives are changing our world, and together we can change what’s possible.

WE MAKE TRADE FLOW

TO CHANGE WHAT'S POSSIBLE FOR EVERYONE.

DP World is committed to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO). We strongly believe that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success and we make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We welcome applications from all members of society irrespective of age, gender, disability, race, religion or belief.

By submitting your resume and application information, you authorize DP World to transmit and store your information in the world-wide recruitment database, and to circulate that information as necessary for the purpose of evaluating your qualifications for this or other job vacancies.

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