Intern, Houston
INTRODUCTION
About FGS Global -
FGS Global is a strategic advisory and communications consultancy, with over 1200 multidisciplinary experts across the world’s major financial, government, business, and cultural centers. The firm is an acknowledged leader in crisis, corporate reputation, public affairs and capital markets, M&A advisory and boardroom communication counsel. FGS Global supports its clients in addressing a myriad of stakeholder concerns by leveraging its research and insights, media placement, content, digital, and data capabilities. The company was created in December 2021 by combining Finsbury, Hering Schuppener, The Glover Park Group, and Sard Verbinnen & Co. FGS Global serves its client base from 27 cities worldwide, including U.S. Offices in New York, Washington, D.C., Los Angeles, Boston, Chicago, San Francisco, South Florida, and Houston.
About the Program
Candidates interested in communications in the financial and energy sectors are encouraged to apply for a position in FGS’ Houston office located in the heart of downtown. Known as the Energy Capital of the World, Houston hosts top oil and gas companies, renewable energy firms and energy technology startups as well as financial institutions investing in energy ranging from investment banks to private equity. The Houston office advises clients regarding sustainable and renewable energy solutions, the energy transition and energy M&A. Amid the era of growing power demand, Houston remains a leader in the global energy sector and a key driver of energy innovation.
Our Houston office is seeking highly motivated, organized, and detail-oriented candidates for a full-time summer internship. As an intern in our office, you will have the opportunity to work on FGS Global's roster of clients across strategic, corporate, and financial communications engagement, and gain hands-on experience working alongside our teams of dedicated and creative communications professionals.
Please note that intern positions for our other US offices will be posted separately.
This is a 10-week paid internship ($20.00 hour) beginning on June 2nd and ending August 8th that will require you to work in-person in Houston.
Depending on performance, a full-time role after graduation may be available.
As part of the intern program, you will:
- Learn and Develop Skills: Participate in an engaging internal training program covering various aspects of strategic communications, including mergers and acquisitions, crisis management, shareholder activism, government affairs, corporate profile raising, investor relations, financial communications, and more.
- Support Clients: Monitor market-moving news, conduct research, create media lists, and support FGS’ account teams as they help a global roster clients navigate strategic communications needs and challenges.
- Collaborate and Create: Team up with fellow interns on a mock new business pitch, developing strategies and presenting ideas for a hypothetical client assignment.
Requirements:
- Rising Senior in undergraduate program
- Eagerness and desire to learn
- Strong writer and editor
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
- Interest in and enthusiasm for business, finance, communications and/or public relations
- Ability to manage multiple assignments and deadlines
- Excellent interpersonal skills
Our goal is to provide an instructive, productive and enjoyable experience, after which you’ll leave FGS Global with a clear understanding of our business, and the skills and knowledge relevant to strategic communications and its facets. Hopefully, you’ll make some connections and friends along the way.
We offer medical, dental and vision plans, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability and AD&D plans, 401(k) with company matching contribution, technology reimbursement, discretionary bonuses, and paid time off to eligible full-time employees.
FGS Global provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to United States federal law requirements, FGS Global complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.
When you submit an application, we collect certain personal information about you for the purpose of evaluating your qualifications for the position. For more information about our privacy practices, please visit our privacy policy at https://fgsglobal.com/privacy.
Candidates must be authorized to legally work in the United States and not require sponsorship for an employment visa now or in the future.
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