Graduate Rotational Analyst - Marketing & Content Creation

Date: Jun 10, 2026 Location: Company: NRG Welcome to the intersection of energy and home services. At NRG, we’re all about propelling the next generation of leaders forward. We are driven by our passion to create a smarter, cleaner and more connected future. We deliver innovative solutions that make our customers’ lives easier—helping them power, protect, and intelligently manage their homes and businesses. To do this, we need creative and talented people to join our company. We offer a dynamic work environment and a unified and inclusive culture. NRG fosters a strong sense of belonging that leads to better collaboration and business performance. Our company programs are designed to help employees develop the skills they need for success now and in the future. In everything we do, we aim to champion our employees and bring value to our customers, investors and society. More information is available at www.nrg.com. Connect with NRG on Facebook, LinkedIn, and follow us on X @nrgenergy. Graduate Rotation Program We take great pride in the development and offerings included in our Graduate Rotation Program. Our Graduate Rotation Program consists of 2 one-year rotations within different departments of NRG. The Graduate Rotation Program is focused on developing the future leaders of our business. The program provides the opportunity to work in two different roles across the business, while benefiting from a wide support network of colleagues, a direct line manager and the Talent Development Team. Our aim is to help you build your strengths and gain skills that can be used as your career progresses. Our Graduate Rotation Program will appeal to self-motivated, graduating seniors with a proactive, can-do attitude, and a genuine desire to learn about our business and the energy industry. Job Summary: We’re looking for a Graduate Rotational Digital Marketing Intern to join our Marketing organization as part of a year‑long development program designed to build future digital marketing, content, and marketing operations talent. This role provides hands‑on exposure to Digital Marketing and Content & Creative Production , with structured rotations across Business Marketing and Consumer Marketing . The intern will support content creation, website and CMS updates, and front‑end digital execution while learning enterprise‑level marketing processes, governance, and collaboration models. The Graduate Rotational Digital Marketing Intern works under close supervision and mentorship, producing draft‑level deliverables, supporting live campaigns, and gaining practical experience across the digital marketing lifecycle. Successful interns will be considered for future entry‑level full‑time roles within the organization. Essential Duties / Responsibilities: Create draft digital content (e.g., website copy, basic visual assets, page layouts) under supervision, aligned to brand and messaging standards. Support Content & Creative teams with editing, formatting, and QA of digital assets prior to publishing. Assist with website and CMS updates, including content entry, page updates, and validation testing. Support basic front ‑ end execution tasks, such as layout adjustments, component updates, and rendering checks across devices. Participate in digital marketing campaign execution support across Business and Consumer Marketing teams. Assist with preparing materials for campaigns, launches, and digital updates. Support performance tracking by helping compile metrics, organize results, and summarize insights. Learn and apply AI ‑ based content and productivity tools to support drafting, ideation, and optimization. Collaborate with cross ‑ functional partners including Digital Marketing, Creative, Brand, and Marketing Operations teams. Participate in structured rotational activities, learning sessions, and mentorship opportunities. Contribute to special projects or a capstone assignment as part of the rotational program. Perform other duties as assigned. Preferred Qualifications: Academic or internship exposure to: Content Management Systems (CMS) Adobe Creative Suite or basic video editing tools HTML/CSS fundamentals or front ‑ end concepts AI ‑ based content or marketing tools Coursework, internships, or portfolio samples related to digital marketing or content creation. Additional Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Willingness to learn and adapt within a fast ‑ paced marketing environment. Curiosity about how digital content, campaigns, and websites are planned and executed. Ability to manage multiple tasks while meeting deadlines with guidance. Strong collaboration and communication mindset. Professional approach to feedback, learning, and development. Working Conditions: Hybrid or remote work environment (Houston-based). Standard office environment with collaboration across digital and creative teams. Occasional travel or flexible hours may be required to support production schedules. Physical Requirements: Sitting, standing, bending, lifting, and manual dexterity may be required. Ability to operate video, camera, and production equipment may be necessary. Second Rotation Job Summary: We’re looking for a Content Creator & Editor with a strong emphasis on video and multimedia storytelling. This role blends creative ideation, hands-on production, and sharp editorial judgment to produce content that educates, engages, and strengthens the NRG brand across platforms. The Content Creator & Editor is responsible for creating high-quality visual and multimedia assets while ensuring every piece meets brand standards, accessibility requirements, and performance best practices. This role partners closely with Brand, Content, SEO, and Marketing teams to deliver compelling, audience-first content that supports brand education, storytelling, and engagement. Essential Duties / Responsibilities: Produce high-quality short-form and long-form video content that supports brand education, storytelling, and social engagement. Manage end-to-end video production including pre-production planning, filming, editing, and final delivery. Shoot and edit customer stories, how-to videos, energy plan offerings, and educational content. Create social-first multimedia content tailored to platform behavior, trends, and audience expectations. Support development of multimedia elements for interactive content such as quizzes, tools, and engagement-driven modules. Collaborate with SEO and Content teams to incorporate insights, keywords, and audience trends into multimedia and written content. Leverage AI-based video, editing, and content tools to increase efficiency, scalability, and volume of output. Maintain production schedules and manage logistics for video shoots and content creation projects. Ensure all content aligns with brand guidelines, visual identity systems, and accessibility standards. Support cross-department storytelling needs as new initiatives and priorities arise. Perform other duties as assigned. Minimum Requirements: Proven experience as a content creator, video producer, editor, or related role. Strong storytelling ability across video and digital creative content. Excellent editing skills with a sharp eye for detail, pacing, and quality. Ability to adapt tone and style for different platforms and audience needs. Experience managing multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously. Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional partners. Strong sense of ownership, curiosity, and commitment to continuous improvement. Preferred Qualifications: Familiarity with social video trends and platform best practices. Experience applying accessibility standards to video and digital content. Background in brand, marketing, or corporate communications. Experience with SEO-informed content creation. Additional Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Strong visual storytelling and creative problem-solving skills. Ability to balance creative experimentation with brand consistency. Highly organized with strong attention to detail. Self-motivated and adaptable in a fast-paced environment. Collaborative mindset with a positive, solution-oriented approach. Working Conditions: Hybrid or remote work environment (location dependent). Standard office and production environments. Occasional travel or flexible hours may be required to support production schedules. Physical Requirements: Sitting, standing, bending, lifting, and manual dexterity may be required. Ability to operate video, camera, and production equipment may be necessary. The base hourly range for this position is: $20 - $70. The base hourly range above represents the low and high end of the hourly range for this position. Actual hourly rates will vary based on several factors including but not limited to location, experience, and performance. The range listed is just one component of the total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include annual bonus, short- and long-term incentives, and program-specific awards. In addition the position may be eligible to participate in the benefits program which include, but are not limited to, medical, vision, dental, 401K, and flexible spending accounts. NRG Energy is committed to a drug and alcohol-free workplace. To the extent permitted by law and any applicable collective bargaining agreement, employees are subject to periodic random drug testing, and post-accident and reasonable suspicion drug and alcohol testing. EOE AA M/F/Protected Veteran Status/Disability. Level, Title and/or Salary may be adjusted based on the applicant's experience or skills. EEO is the Law Poster (The poster can be found at http://www.eeoc.gov/employers/upload/poster_screen_reader_optimized.pdf) Official description on file with Talent. Nearest Major Market: Houston