Summer Intern – Global Marketing & Communications

Responsibilities for this Position

Position Title: Summer Intern - Global Marketing & Communications

Location: Sterling Heights, MI, United States

Category: Entry-level Positions & Internships

Job Type: Intern/Co-Op

Country: United States

State: MI

City: Sterling Heights

Remote Work Options: On-Site

Security Clearance Required: None

Career Level: Intern/Co-Op

Requisition ID: 17291798

Description: About the Role

The General Dynamics Land Systems Summer 2026 Internship Program provides an opportunity for students looking to start or continue the transition from academia into industry. Our three-month internship assignments provide compensation based on area of study and class standing and have the students embedded in key functional areas of our business, getting real-world experience and mentorship from seasoned professionals.

As part of your summer experience, you will use your education, experience and creativity to make an impact. Within the Global Marketing & Communications department, you will be a fully engaged member of a highly productive team with years of experience in external, internal and executive communications and brand marketing.

Company Information

General Dynamics is a Fortune 100 global aerospace and defense company with more than 110,000 employees worldwide. General Dynamics Land Systems, a business unit of General Dynamics, has a strong history of delivering core engineering and manufacturing capabilities to military clients. Land Systems' innovative team works with the U.S. armed forces and their allies to ensure the next generation of vehicles and capabilities is survivable, relevant, flexible, affordable and capable of addressing a dynamic threat environment.

Responsibilities to Expect for this Role

• Social media content development, planning and execution
• Writing and editing internal and external communications (news articles, announcements, etc.)
• SharePoint internal site management
• PowerPoint and presentation design: Design and create visually engaging, high-quality PowerPoint presentations that effectively communicate complex information in an easily digestible and appealing way for enterprise leadership, business development and more
• Assist with marketing strategizing and execution
• Assist with special events planning and execution
• Occasional photography assignments

Qualifications Sought

• Pursuing a bachelor's degree in communications, advertising, marketing, journalism or a similar field
• Attained at least a sophomore status based on university/college class standing requirements at the start of the internship
• At least 18 years old
• A U.S. Person (i.e. a lawful permanent resident of the U.S.)
• Successfully pass standard pre-employment screens and provide an official college or university transcript from their school before their first day of employment
• Be able to complete a minimum of a full-time, three-month assignment
• Strong interpersonal skills and verbal and written communication skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office software, including PowerPoint, SharePoint and Word
• Attention to detail with a keen eye for news value, grammar, spelling and style
• Ability to multitask, meet or beat deadlines and build strong team relationships
• Excellent time-management and organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple projects concurrently and operate in a fast-paced environment

Preferred Qualifications:

• GPA of 3.0 or higher
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suites (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop etc.) and other design tools
• Adobe Premiere Pro (video/video editing) experience
• XML, HTML experience
• Knowledge of AP style guidelines

Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, General Dynamics is a global aerospace and defense company offering a broad portfolio of products and services in business aviation; ship construction and repair; land combat vehicles, weapons systems and munitions; and technology products and services. General Dynamics employs more than 100,000 people across 65 countries worldwide and in all 50 U.S. states, more information is available at www.gd.com. General Dynamics Land Systems, is a business unit of General Dynamics, and is an innovative leader of ground combat systems' equipment and software for our clients. Our performance-driven team partners with the U.S. Army, U.S. Marine Corp and other militaries across the Globe to ensure that next generation ground combat vehicles are ready to protect our fighting men and women in uniform. General Dynamics Lands Systems provides a competitive compensation package, site specific flexible work schedules, 401(k) with Company Match; Bonus Eligibility, Employee Development Opportunities, Tuition Reimbursement, On-site Amenities, and comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, General Dynamics Land Systems ("GDLS") provides all persons with equal opportunity and access to all aspects of employment process, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, age, disability, status as a protected veteran, or membership in any group protected by federal, state, or local anti-discrimination laws. GDLS also is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans.. If, due to a disability, you need an accommodation to search or apply for an opportunity with GDLS, please call 586-825-4000 or send an e-mail to for assistance and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
About the Role

The General Dynamics Land Systems Summer 2026 Internship Program provides an opportunity for students looking to start or continue the transition from academia into industry. Our three-month internship assignments provide compensation based on area of study and class standing and have the students embedded in key functional areas of our business, getting real-world experience and mentorship from seasoned professionals.

As part of your summer experience, you will use your education, experience and creativity to make an impact. Within the Global Marketing & Communications department, you will be a fully engaged member of a highly productive team with years of experience in external, internal and executive communications and brand marketing.

Company Information

General Dynamics is a Fortune 100 global aerospace and defense company with more than 110,000 employees worldwide. General Dynamics Land Systems, a business unit of General Dynamics, has a strong history of delivering core engineering and manufacturing capabilities to military clients. Land Systems' innovative team works with the U.S. armed forces and their allies to ensure the next generation of vehicles and capabilities is survivable, relevant, flexible, affordable and capable of addressing a dynamic threat environment.

Responsibilities to Expect for this Role

• Social media content development, planning and execution
• Writing and editing internal and external communications (news articles, announcements, etc.)
• SharePoint internal site management
• PowerPoint and presentation design: Design and create visually engaging, high-quality PowerPoint presentations that effectively communicate complex information in an easily digestible and appealing way for enterprise leadership, business development and more
• Assist with marketing strategizing and execution
• Assist with special events planning and execution
• Occasional photography assignments

Qualifications Sought

• Pursuing a bachelor's degree in communications, advertising, marketing, journalism or a similar field
• Attained at least a sophomore status based on university/college class standing requirements at the start of the internship
• At least 18 years old
• A U.S. Person (i.e. a lawful permanent resident of the U.S.)
• Successfully pass standard pre-employment screens and provide an official college or university transcript from their school before their first day of employment
• Be able to complete a minimum of a full-time, three-month assignment
• Strong interpersonal skills and verbal and written communication skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office software, including PowerPoint, SharePoint and Word
• Attention to detail with a keen eye for news value, grammar, spelling and style
• Ability to multitask, meet or beat deadlines and build strong team relationships
• Excellent time-management and organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple projects concurrently and operate in a fast-paced environment

Preferred Qualifications:

• GPA of 3.0 or higher
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suites (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop etc.) and other design tools
• Adobe Premiere Pro (video/video editing) experience
• XML, HTML experience
• Knowledge of AP style guidelines

Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, General Dynamics is a global aerospace and defense company offering a broad portfolio of products and services in business aviation; ship construction and repair; land combat vehicles, weapons systems and munitions; and technology products and services. General Dynamics employs more than 100,000 people across 65 countries worldwide and in all 50 U.S. states, more information is available at www.gd.com. General Dynamics Land Systems, is a business unit of General Dynamics, and is an innovative leader of ground combat systems' equipment and software for our clients. Our performance-driven team partners with the U.S. Army, U.S. Marine Corp and other militaries across the Globe to ensure that next generation ground combat vehicles are ready to protect our fighting men and women in uniform. General Dynamics Lands Systems provides a competitive compensation package, site specific flexible work schedules, 401(k) with Company Match; Bonus Eligibility, Employee Development Opportunities, Tuition Reimbursement, On-site Amenities, and comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, General Dynamics Land Systems ("GDLS") provides all persons with equal opportunity and access to all aspects of employment process, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, age, disability, status as a protected veteran, or membership in any group protected by federal, state, or local anti-discrimination laws. GDLS also is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans.. If, due to a disability, you need an accommodation to search or apply for an opportunity with GDLS, please call 586-825-4000 or send an e-mail to for assistance and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

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