Communications​/Marketing Intern Summer

Job Posting Title

Communications/Marketing Intern Summer 2026

978 OKLAHOMA TURNPIKE AUTHORITY

Public Information–Neal A McCaleb Transportation Building

Refer to the date listed at the top of this posting, if available. Continuous if date is blank.

Note:

Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the posting end date above.

Part time

Temporary

The Oklahoma Turnpike Authority (OTA) has been serving Oklahomans since 1947, managing and maintaining a modern, safe, and efficient turnpike system across the state. With a commitment to customer service and innovation, OTA plays a vital role in ensuring smooth and reliable travel for millions of motorists each year. As a part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while working in a collaborative and supportive environment.

OTA offers competitive pay, excellent benefits, and opportunities for growth, making it an excellent choice to build your career in public service.

This is a full-time internship (summer months), in-office position located in Oklahoma City and works Monday – Friday from approx. 8:00am-4:30pm.

As a Communications Intern
, you will have the opportunity to work on a variety of exciting projects aimed at increasing brand awareness and engagement for the Oklahoma Turnpike Authority. You’ll assist in developing and writing content, managing social media platforms, and executing marketing campaigns across digital channels. This is a great opportunity to gain hands‑on experience in the fast‑paced transportation industry and develop your skills in marketing, content creation, and social media management.

This hourly rate for this position is $18.00 per hour.

• Social Media Management:
  Assist in managing and updating our social media accounts (Facebook, Instagram, X/Twitter, Linked In, etc.) by scheduling posts, responding to messages, and interacting with followers.
• Content Creation:
  Create engaging content, including graphics, videos, and written posts, for social media and other digital platforms that align with our brand voice as well as presentations and other written communication content such as media advisories, press releases and talking points.
• Writing:
  Creating media advisories, press releases, talking points, and presentations for the various turnpike projects.
• Campaign Support:
  Assist in the development and execution of online marketing campaigns and promotions to increase engagement.
• Analytics Tracking:
  Monitor and analyze the performance of social media content and marketing campaigns, providing insights and recommendations for improvement.
• Market Research:
  Conduct research on industry trends, and social media strategies to help shape marketing initiatives.
• Collaboration:
  
  Work closely with the marketing team to brainstorm new ideas and strategies to increase brand awareness and customer engagement.

• This position works in a comfortable office setting with a computer for a large percentage of the workday.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually mild.
• This role may be assisting with on‑site event coordination at construction sites, public events or at our headquarters office.

• Currently pursuing a degree in Marketing, Communications, Journalism, Business, or a related field with at least two years of college credits and/or two years’ experience with project management or within the business-related field.
• Strong interest in digital marketing, social media, and the transportation industry.
• Excellent communication and writing skills.
• Basic knowledge of social media platforms and content creation tools (e.g., Canva, Adobe Suite, etc.).
• Familiarity with social media analytics and reporting tools (e.g., Google Analytics, Hootsuite, etc.) is a plus.
• Creative, detail-oriented, and able to work independently and collaboratively.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a…