Communications Intern (m/w/d)

Kairos Power is a new nuclear energy technology and engineering company whose mission is to enable the world’s transition to clean energy, with the ultimate goal to dramatically improve people’s quality of life while protecting the environment. This goal will be accomplished through the commercialization of the fluoride-salt-cooled, high-temperature reactor (FHR) that can be deployed with robust safety, affordable costs, and flexible operation to accommodate the expansion of variable renewables.

As a Communications Intern, you will work on the Marketing Communications team to help document the company’s progress and connect stakeholders with Kairos Power’s mission. We are looking for a creative, proactive, and enthusiastic intern with a knack for visual storytelling and proficiency in digital media. This is an excellent opportunity for a savvy undergraduate or graduate student with a solution-oriented mindset and a passion for communications.

Responsibilities

• Document company events and achievements through multimedia storytelling
• Research and write content for Kairos Power’s digital communication channels
• Capture high-quality photos and video of events, lab work, manufacturing activities, construction, and operations
• Capture interviews with Kairos Power leaders and key contributors
• Edit short videos for social media and other applications using original and archive footage
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing Bachelor's Degree in Communications, Science Communication, Journalism, English, Photography, Digital Media, or related field of study
• Excellent writing and editing skills
• Good storyteller both written and visual
• Understanding of scientific communication
• Strong photography and videography skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and SharePoint
• Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite and/or other photo and video editing software
• Proven ability to meet deadlines and adapt quickly to change while maintaining a positive attitude
• Works well with others with the ability to build trust within the team and work effectively in a highly collaborative environment
• Skilled at planning, organizing, prioritizing, and executing simultaneous projects and activities

Physical Conditions

• Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, ramps, and the like
• Moving self in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments including tight and confined spaces
• Remaining in a stationary position, often standing, or sitting for prolonged periods
• Moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another
• Communicating with others to exchange information

Environmental Conditions

• General office environment
• Outdoor environment or elements such as precipitation and wind
• Noisy, industrial environments
• Odors or fumes from chemicals or chemical reactions

Safety and PPE

• Reading and interpreting hazardous warning signs
• Reporting issues with equipment or unsafe conditions
• Wearing proper PPE, to include face mask, face shields, gloves, safety shoes

The hourly rate for this position is $26 for employees working onsite at our Alameda, CA headquarters. The range provided in this job posting represents the typical range or starting rate of candidates hired in California. Factors that may be used to determine your actual salary may include your education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, the market data for your work location, and a comparison to other employees already in the role.

We know that we have some of the most talented and dedicated employees, and we believe in rewarding them accordingly. If you work here, full-time employees (excludes interns) expect to have access to the benefits below:

• Competitive compensation packages
• Medical, dental and vision benefits for employees and their dependents
• Paid Vacation
• 401(k) and pre-tax health insurance, dependent care, and commuter benefits (FSA)

Kairos Power is committed to building a diverse workforce that reflects the communities where we do business. Kairos Power is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We actively welcome people of different experiences, abilities, and perspectives.

Kairos Power participates in E-Verify.

Candidates only, no recruiters or agencies please.

Note: You are applying for a position that is located in a facility that handles information that is subject to export control restrictions by the Department of Energy under 10 CFR Part 810. To work in this facility, you need to be authorized by the Department of Energy to access Part 810-controlled information. Foreign nationals who are citizens of countries that are not on the Department of Energy’s general authorization list (link below) are not permitted to work in our facility unless the Department of Energy issues an export control license to the company to permit that individual to have access to Part 810-controlled information. The following questions are intended to determine the licensing requirements that may apply. https://www.law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/10/appendix-A_to_part_810