Company: The Davey Tree Expert CompanyLocations:Additional Locations: NAWork Site: On SiteReq ID: 209249Position OverviewAs one of the oldest and largest employee-owned companies in the U.S., Davey Tree has a reputation of excellence in the green industry. Here, our employees work together to provide diversified tree services, grounds maintenance and environmental services throughout North America. We are looking for a motivated, self-driven and enthusiastic intern to work in our Kent, Ohio, office and help us tell Davey’s story to our shareholders, clients, the larger green industry and the general public.Job DutiesThis position will work primarily with the corporate communications staff to capture stories that reinforce the Davey Company’s mission, vision and core values while aligning with our brand and marketing objectives. This role is required to function well while managing individual assignments but also is expected to collaborate and integrate strongly with a team on larger initiatives. It is necessary for this position to excel at meeting deadlines while keeping multiple projects moving forward simultaneously. Attention to detail and exceptional personal and professional organization is a must.Primary responsibilities include:
Interviewing Davey employees in-person, on the phone, on camera, or on teleconference software on a broad scope of topics including but not limited to Davey’s research-driven tree services, grounds maintenance and environmental services provided to clients in the residential, utility, commercial and environmental markets.
Writing feature stories and news briefs for Davey’s 115-year-old employee magazine, The Davey Bulletin . Acquiring photographs, portraits and other visual elements are included in this responsibility.
Coordinating internal reviews of final content pieces with members of the corporate communications team and other employees and project stakeholders.
Secondary duties of this position include:
Potentially helping with local events, including event preparation, staffing and breakdown.
Other miscellaneous duties as assigned.
QualificationsThe ideal candidate:
Is pursuing a degree in journalism, mass communications, public relations, or other similar field.
Has excellent communication skills.
Knows and understands their “voice” as a storyteller.
Can relay a clear, concise and interesting message.
Is familiar with AP Style.
Has working knowledge of Microsoft Office suite, including Excel, Teams, Outlook and Word.
Is a good note-taker.
Can accept edits objectively.
Does not rely on an editor for grammatical corrections.
Is willing to lend a hand on projects outside their scope of work.
Envisions growing their responsibilities and developing as a communications professional.
Has a strong work ethic.
NOTE: This position is based in the corporate office in Kent, Ohio.Divisional OverviewThe Davey Tree Expert Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected class, including race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, marital or familial status, disability, status as a protected veteran, status as an Aboriginal or Indigenous person, or other classification protected by law.The Davey Tree Expert Company provides research-driven tree services, grounds maintenance and environmental consulting for residential, utility, commercial and environmental partners in the U.S. and Canada. We care about our clients, each other and the world around us. We offer the resources, size and stability of a big company while maintaining the culture, entrepreneurial spirit and feel of a small one. We invest in our employees by offering industry-leading training, technology and benefits that lead to a rewarding and safe work experience at all levels. Wherever you want to grow your career, there’s a place for you at Davey. To learn more, visit Davey.com.Accommodations: If requested by employee or otherwise as required by law, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform essential job functions.If you need assistance at any time, please contact us at 1-877-411-7601 or at [email protected] .Employment Type: InternJob Type: Part Time