Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Intern

Astound Broadband, the sixth-largest telecommunications provider in the United States, is a leading supplier of cutting-edge technology and communications services. Interning with us means you will be able to jumpstart your future career by getting valuable hands-on learning experience while you work on priority business projects that will greatly enhance your resume. Your 12-week internship will include training, coaching and mentoring, while working in a supportive work environment that prioritizes diversity, all while you represent a superior telecommunications company.

Internship Experience:

Astound offers interns the opportunity to participate in company- and market-impacting projects, while learning about the industry, your chosen field, and leadership. Interns will experience the following:

• Management partnership to align internship goals with learning goals.
• Projects and hands-on-experience to be used in a portfolio, CV, or resume.
• Mentor guidance on career development.
• Leadership and skills training.
• Networking opportunities with senior leaders and executives.
• Weekly speaker series providing you with valuable tools to use now and in the future.

Position Overview:

The Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Intern will support ongoing DEI initiatives by creating processes that help inspire, develop, and lead diversity, equity, and inclusion strategies. The intern will have the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in various projects, research and Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) activities.

Where you will work:

• This opportunity offers the flexibility to work from your home office or a nearby Astound office, or a combination of both.

A Day in the Life of the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Intern:

• Assist in the coordination, scheduling, and communication efforts for DEI-related initiatives, including Heritage Month events and other diversity-focused programs.
• Provide logistical support for planning and executing DEI events, meetings, and briefings, ensuring all details are accurately tracked and completed on time.
• Conduct research on current DEI best practices, trends, and emerging strategies, relevant to the telecommunications and cable industries.
• Contribute to the development of new approaches for training programs, policies, and procedures to enhance and continuously improve DEI programming.
• Provide administrative support for events, meetings, and briefings including scheduling, tracking RSVPs, and developing and distributing materials for Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) as needed.
• Participate in all internship activities and events planned.
• Assist in brainstorming and planning creative topics for DEI-related speaker series, lunch-and-learns, and panel discussions.
• Help design and update DEI-related pages on the intranet and the external website, ensuring content is relevant and engaging.
• Draft documents, presentations, and templates aligned with DEI and ERG initiatives.
• Other duties as assigned.

What You Bring to the Table:

• Experience managing projects or tasks with deadlines, demonstrating the ability to work in a structured environment.
• Proficiency in MS Office applications and Google Suite.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and in time-sensitive situations; aptitude to coordinate multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Problem-solving skills.
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information.
• Willingness to learn, take initiative, drive projects forward, and ask questions.

Education:

• Must be pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in DEI, Human Resources, Communications, Psychology, or related field.

Compensation:

The base compensation for this position is $20.00 per hour. The base pay represents the low and high end of the hiring range for this job.

Our Mission Statement:

* Take care of our customers

* Take care of each other

* Do what we say we are going to do

* Have fun

Diverse Workforce / EEO:

Astound Broadband is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and we are dedicated to cultivating a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace where employees feel valued, respected and empowered. Discrimination of any kind has no place here. We are dedicated to providing equal opportunities for all employees and applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military, veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We strive to create a culture that celebrates our differences and promotes fairness and inclusivity in all aspects of our business.

FCO (For San Francisco Candidates Only):

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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