Internal Communications Intern

WP Engine Open · verified Sep 10, 2026

Austin Part-time Junior Communications

Entry-level Communications role at WP Engine. Austin · part-time · no salary stated · we estimate $56,000–$66,000.

Estimated pay

WP Engine has not published a salary for this role. The figure below is our estimate, not theirs.

$56,000 – $66,000

What the middle half of entry-level communications roles in Austin paid, among postings that did state a salary.

Worked out from 43 postings that stated pay, median $60,000. Last updated Mar 10, 2026.

Role brief

Growth Roles summary, based on the employer's posting.

What you'll do

Help coordinate town halls and internal meetings, from presentations to event technology
Collect input from speakers and teams, then shape it into useful employee communications
Write and edit newsletters, stories, and other content for WP Engine employees
Support internal web pages and communications projects across Product, Engineering, and corporate teams

What you bring

Strong writing, editing, grammar, and storytelling ability
Curiosity about communications, journalism, and how organizations operate
Ability to learn unfamiliar subjects and explain complicated information clearly
Organization, collaboration, and comfort managing changing priorities
Willingness to learn new presentation tools, technology, and communication platforms

Who this fits

This part-time internship suits a curious student interested in writing, storytelling, journalism, or communications. You must be available during the first half of Tuesdays and Thursdays, with additional availability on Wednesdays; other hours can fit around your school schedule. The role is based in Austin.

From the employer

We engage the most inspired minds to do their best work wherever they work best—powering the freedom to create worldwide.

WP Engine empowers companies and agencies of all sizes to build, power, manage, and optimize their WordPress websites and applications with confidence. Serving 1.5 million customers across 150+ countries, the global technology company provides premium, enterprise-grade solutions, tools, and services, including specialized platforms for WordPress, industry-tailored eCommerce and agency solution suites, and developer-centric tools like Local, Advanced Custom Fields, and more. WP Engine’s innovative technology and industry-leading expertise are why 8% of the web visits a WP Engine-powered site daily. Learn more at wpengine.com.

We are looking for an Internal Communications Intern to join our team and support messaging for Product teams and across WP Engine. This is a part-time internship of approximately 20–30 hours per week. Candidates must be available to work during the first half of the day on Tuesdays and Thursdays, with additional availability on Wednesdays. Wednesday hours, as well as the remainder of the weekly schedule, can be flexible to accommodate a student’s school schedule.

As an Internal Communications Intern, you should have a passion for writing, storytelling, and learning how companies work from the inside. You’ll help gather information from teams across WP Engine and turn it into clear, engaging content that keeps our employees informed and connected.

This role is a great opportunity for someone with an interest in communications, journalism, writing, or storytelling who is curious, eager to learn, and willing to jump between different topics. You’ll support both our Product and Engineering teams, as well as broader corporate communications initiatives, gaining exposure to different areas of the business along the way.

The Day to Day

Support the coordination and execution of company town halls and other internal meetings
Gather information, materials, and content from speakers and stakeholders across the organization
Help create and format presentations for internal meetings and events
Support meeting technology and help ensure internal events run smoothly
Write, edit, and help produce internal newsletters and other employee communications
Collaborate with teams across the organization to gather information and turn it into clear, engaging content
Help develop stories and content highlighting what’s happening across WP Engine
Support the development of internal web content and pages
Assist with additional internal communications projects and initiatives as needed

Your Expertise and Passion

Strong writing, editing, and grammar skills
A passion for storytelling and an interest in journalism, communications, or internal communications
Ability to quickly learn about new topics
Creative thinking and knack for turning complex information into easy-to-understand content
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and topics
Strong communication and relationship-building skills with a willingness to collaborate across different teams
Comfortable learning and using new technology, presentation tools, and communication platforms
Ability to take direction, incorporate feedback, and adapt as priorities change
Curiosity about how different teams and functions work within an organization
Writing, storytelling, presentation, or other relevant work samples are a plus

Hourly Compensation: Up to $28 per hour

At WP Engine, we strive to have the broadest possible view of diversity, going beyond visible differences to include the background, experiences, skills, and perspectives that make each person unique. WP Engine is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, Veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.