Communications Intern

Join the world's largest HVAC company, named by Forbes as one of America's Best-In-State Employers 2025!

Daikin Applied is now hiring for a Communications Intern in Plymouth, MN!

Daikin Applied is a global leader in providing innovative HVAC solutions for commercial and industrial applications. We are currently seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Communications Intern to join our dynamic Communications team. This internship offers valuable hands-on experience in the field of communications within a leading organization. We are looking for someone who has an interest in MarCom tech stack, or using modern technology to increase the effectiveness of communications. Come be a part of an exciting journey at Daikin Applied, where innovation and excellence drive our every endeavor!

Location: Plymouth, MN - Hybrid

Timeline: This Internship opportunity is for May-August 2026

What's in it for you:

• You will have the opportunity to own a meaningful, real-life project within the Communications Department that can directly create a positive impact on Daikin Applied's HVAC Community
• An opportunity to build relationships with other students beyond your department
• The ability to make an impact and shape your career with a company that is passionate about growth
• The support of an organization that believes it is vital to include and engage diverse people, perspectives, and ideas to achieve our best

What you will do:

• Support VP Communications & Branding in creating dynamic, engaging employee and Rep communications and experiences
• Create and execute all components of a communications plan for an annual charity event with communications to Reps and employees
• Be the original author for employee and Rep communications rolled out to 1,000+ team members
• Author a blog to post onDaikinApplied.com
• Edit, proofread, and prepare layouts for the team's work product
• Engage in weekly planning meetings with the Communications team
• Engage with team in project roll-out of Staffbase employee communications platform

Minimum Qualifications:

• Sophomore or Junior currently enrolled in a bachelor's degree program in Business, Marketing, Journalism, or Communications
• Experience in the Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, and Word)
• Work visa sponsorship is not available for this position

Preferred Qualifications:

• Reside within a 300-mile radius of our Plymouth, MN office

The typical hourly pay rate for this position is $21/hr - $25/hr. This represents the pay range for all positions in the job grade which this position falls. Individual base pay will depend on a wide range of factors including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.