Aon Is Looking for a Colleague Communications Intern

As part of an industry-leading team, you will help empower results for our clients by delivering innovative and effective solutions as part of the global Colleague Communications team located in Chicago, IL.

By working hands-on with internal communications colleagues, the internship program is designed to develop the advanced critical thinking and research skillset needed to prepare college students for advancement in a communications career.

Location: Chicago, IL

Aon is in the business of better decisions

At Aon, we shape decisions for the better to protect and enrich the lives of people around the world.

As an organization, we are united through trust as one inclusive team and we are passionate about helping our colleagues and clients succeed.

What The Day Will Look Like

Drafting initial versions of internal communications materials including emails, presentations, FAQs and summaries of reports to be presented and edited by senior leadership
Editing content for clarity, brevity and tone using Aon editorial standards
Supporting publishing workflows and assisting with newsletter development
Researching examples of how other companies communicate on topics that are important to colleagues (AI, wellbeing, etc.)
Building analytics dashboards or reports (email opens, page views, engagement trends)
Working as part of a collaborative team of communications professionals solving complex client problems using a variety of both traditional and innovative tools

How This Opportunity Is Different

10-week paid program across various U.S. offices
Engage in challenging client projects
Access to weekly global roundtables with leaders
Personalized one-on-one internship mentoring
Continuous formal and informal feedback
Social outings and community service activities

Skills And Experience That Will Lead To Success

The ability to work as an integral part of a team, fostering teamwork and cultivating relationships, as well as work independently or with minimal direction
Client and business results-oriented focus
Strong interpersonal communication and presentation skills, both verbal and written
Critical and innovative thinking, problem-solving and analytical skills
Desire to learn and display Aon’s values including acting with integrity and displaying a client, colleague and community commitment.
Adaptability – quick learner
Strong PC skills including knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel and Power Point

Education

Bachelor’s degree in English, History, Political Science, Marketing, Digital Media, Communications, Mass Journalism, Advertising, or other related majors.

Qualifications

Rising seniors graduating between December 2026 – June 2027 with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0.

Please Note: For this role you must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future.

What sets our Summer Internship Program apart from the rest?

Explore Aon’s culture and business areas, developing practical skills vital for your future success and postgraduate opportunities. Engage in weekly spotlights, community outreach events and networking opportunities with peers, fostering an understanding of exceeding client expectations and delivering distinct products and services.

Development Planning

Participate in a comprehensive development plan that includes deeply understanding Aon’s business areas, ethical standards, professional environment, networking opportunities, learning internal systems, and honing interpersonal and team-building skills through collaboration events and colleague networking opportunities.

Future Opportunities

The Aon Summer Internship Program offers meaningful exposure to Aon, preparing interns for short-term and long-term career opportunities. Outstanding interns may receive offers to join Aon’s Launch Program, an early careers development opportunity, upon graduation.

How We Support Our Colleagues

In addition to our comprehensive benefits package, we encourage an inclusive workforce. Plus, our agile environment allows you to manage your wellbeing and work/life balance, ensuring you can be your best self at Aon. Furthermore, all colleagues enjoy two “Global Wellbeing Days” each year, encouraging you to take time to focus on yourself. We offer a variety of working style solutions for our colleagues as well.

Our continuous learning culture inspires and equips you to learn, share and grow, helping you achieve your fullest potential. As a result, at Aon, you are more connected, more relevant, and more valued.

Aon values an innovative and inclusive workplace where all colleagues feel empowered to be their authentic selves. Aon is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.

Aon provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran, marital, domestic partner status, or other legally protected status. People with criminal histories are encouraged to apply.

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities and fostering an inclusive workplace. If you require accommodations during the application or interview process, please let us know. You can request accommodations by emailing us at ReasonableAccommodations@Aon.com or your recruiter. We will work with you to meet your needs and ensure a fair and equitable experience.

For positions in San Francisco and Los Angeles, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction record in accordance with local Fair Chance ordinances.

Aon is not accepting unsolicited resumes from search firms for this position. If you are a search firm, you will not be compensated in any way for your submission of a candidate, even if Aon hires that candidate.

Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

The salary range for this position (intended for U.S. applicants) is $22.00- $24.50 hourly. The actual salary will vary based on applicant’s education, experience, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data. The salary may also be adjusted based on applicant’s geographic location.

A summary of all the benefits offered for this position:

Aon offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and regular part-time colleagues, including, but not limited to: a 401(k) savings plan with employer contributions; an employee stock purchase plan; consideration for long-term incentive awards at Aon’s discretion; medical, dental and vision insurance, various types of leaves of absence, paid time off, including 12 paid holidays throughout the calendar year, 15 days of paid vacation per year, paid sick leave as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws, short-term disability and optional long-term disability, health savings account, health care and dependent care reimbursement accounts, employee and dependent life insurance and supplemental life and AD&D insurance; optional personal insurance policies, adoption assistance, tuition assistance, commuter benefits, and an employee assistance program that includes free counseling sessions. Eligibility for benefits is governed by the applicable plan documents and policies.

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