Corporate communications Jobs in Chicago, IL

Littelfuse (NASDAQ: LFUS) is a diversified industrial technology manufacturing company shaping solutions for the safe and efficient transfer of electrical energy. Headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, USA, we serve customers across industrial, transportation, and electronics markets worldwide. With approximately 16,000 employees we design and manufacture innovative technologies that support electrification, energy efficiency, and advanced automation. Our global reach is matched by a culture that empowers innovation and long-term growth. Guided by our principles We Care, We Succeed With Our Customers, and We Own the Outcome, we work collaboratively, think boldly, and deliver solutions that move industries forward.

The Communications Intern will be a key contributor to enterprise-level internal and external communications efforts across a global company. This role offers hands‑on experience across a broad range of channels, formats, and audiences, from employee engagement to enterprise storytelling to external visibility.

The intern will work closely with experienced communications professionals and cross‑functional partners, and should be comfortable managing multiple priorities, pivoting gracefully between channels, and contributing meaningfully to initiatives that connect and engage employees and external audiences.

About the role

• Support the creation, editing, and execution of internal communications, including:Enterprise emails and newslettersIntranet and SharePoint contentPresentation materialsHQ digital monitor content and internal campaigns
• Assist with content planning, formatting, scheduling, and performance tracking
• Help bring stories to life through thoughtful writing, graphics, and visual storytelling
• Assist with logistical and communications support for:Town halls and leadership meetingsLive and streamed events (e.g., Microsoft Teams Webinars)
• Support Outlook event setup, invitations, run‑of‑show documentation, and post‑event follow‑ups
• Help gather metrics and insights to inform future events

External Communications & Media Engagement

• Support external corporate culture storytelling efforts, including:Social media content planning, creation, publishing, and monitoringPress releases, awards submissions, and media materials
• Assist with community management on social platforms, responding to comments and messages as appropriate
• Help ensure consistency with brand guidelines and communications strategy across channels
• Support analytics tracking and reporting to help measure engagement and effectiveness

Community Impact & Corporate Responsibility

• Support communications related to:Corporate volunteerism and donation programsCommunity partnerships and sponsorshipsCollaboration with Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)
• Assist with screening internal sponsorship and donation requests
• Help capture and share impact stories through event recaps, and internal/external content generation
• Support planning and execution of community-impact events and initiatives

About you:

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree or a recent graduate in Communications, Journalism, Marketing, Public Relations, or a related field
• Strong writing, editing, and organizational skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook)
• Experience with or strong aptitude for design and visual content creation (platforms like Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, including Photoshop and Premiere Pro, a plus)
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and collaborate effectively
• Curious, proactive, detail oriented, and eager to learn

Preferred:

• Exposure to or experience with:Social media management tools (Sprout Social)SharePoint or intranet content managementLive streaming video event tools (Microsoft Teams / Microsoft Webinar / Microsoft Town Hall)Communications or marketing KPIs and analyticsMedia distribution platforms (Business Wire)HubSpot or similar internal email platform tools
• Interest in corporate communications, storytelling, branding, or community engagement

What You’ll Gain

• Hands‑on experience supporting enterprise‑level internal and external communications
• Meaningful exposure to wholistically coordinating communications, live events, social media, and community impact initiatives
• Mentorship from experienced communications professionals
• A front‑row seat to how communications drive connection, engagement, and culture in a global organization

Artificial intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all final employment decisions will be made by a person. The salary offered will vary depending on your location, job-related skills, knowledge, and experience.

At Littelfuse, we support employee growth and development. Guided by our culture principles, our teams work together to deliver value for customers and make a positive impact in the communities where we operate. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone has the opportunity to grow and contribute. We offer competitive compensation and benefits, performance-based incentives, flexible work arrangements, and development opportunities.