Communications Intern

It All Starts with Our People

As the leader in automotive preventive maintenance, Valvoline has a proven track record of growth. We continue to invest in our people, processes, and technology to strengthen our ability to efficiently deliver Quick, Easy, Trusted service across all our stores - every day. We're not just in the car business; we're in the people business. And we're looking for humble, hungry, and smart people to help us shape the future of mobility. If you're hungry to drive change and seek a dynamic, collaborative environment that fuels both personal and professional growth, you've found your place with us.

Our highest priority is creating a welcoming workplace with team members from a wide variety of diverse backgrounds and experiences.

The Opportunity

At Valvoline Instant Oil Change, all roads lead to opportunity. We believe great journeys begin with great people. That’s why we’re looking for a Communications Intern to join our Corporate Communications team supporting our corporate office and retail service centers.

The Communications internship offers hands-on experience working on communication initiatives for a retail brand, exposure to corporate communications strategy and employee engagement efforts, and mentorship from experienced communications professionals.

This role is a located in Lexington, KY.

How You’ll Make an Impact

• Assist in drafting, editing, and posting communications, including newsletters, press releases, emails, intranet content, and LinkedIn.
• Gather content and assist in storytelling to highlight our culture, company events, business updates and employee achievements.
• Help maintain and update internal communications platforms (SharePoint and First Up). 
• Help coordinate content calendars and communication campaigns to align with business initiatives.
• Assist in community engagement, finding volunteer opportunities for our local teams to participate in.
• Support the planning and execution of employee events, town halls, and internal campaigns.
• Monitor feedback and engagement metrics to help improve internal communication strategies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including HR and Operations

What You’ll Bring

• A senior in college currently pursuing a degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Business, or related field.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel); familiarity with SharePoint or intranet platforms is a plus.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time management abilities.
• Creative thinker with a collaborative mindset and eagerness to learn.
• Bonus experience in Canva and video creation. 

Your Path to Valvoline

Valvoline provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Join us in revolutionizing the automotive aftermarket industry while enjoying competitive benefits, a supportive work culture, and opportunities for advancement. Apply now and become an integral part of our journey at Valvoline.

The Company endeavors to make its recruitment process accessible to any and all users. Reasonable accommodations will be provided upon request to applicants with disabilities to facilitate equal opportunity throughout the recruitment and selection process. Please contact Human Resources at 1.833.VVV.Report or email ECC@valvoline.com to make a request for reasonable accommodation during any aspect of the recruitment and selection process. The contact information is for accommodation requests only; do not use this contact information to inquire about the status of applications.