Undergraduate Intern - Public Affairs (Remote in CA)

Company: First American
Location: Santa Ana
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

Who We Are Join a team that puts its People First! Since 1889, First American (NYSE: FAF) has held an unwavering belief in its people. They are passionate about what they do, and we are equally passionate about fostering an environment where all feel welcome, supported, and empowered to be innovative and reach their full potential. Our inclusive, people-first culture has earned our company numerous accolades, including being named to the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® list for ten consecutive years. We have also earned awards as a best place to work for women, diversity and LGBTQ employees, and have been included on more than 50 regional best places to work lists. First American will always strive to be a great place to work, for all. For more information, please visit www.careers.firstam.com. What We Do Join our team! As a global leader in providing title insurance, settlement services and risk solutions for real estate transactions, First American Title Insurance Company (NYSE: FAF) is an ideal place to build your career. We have been entrusted with helping our customers achieve and protect their dream of homeownership since 1889. Internship Overview First American’s Internship Program is a full-time, 10–12 week paid internship from June – August 2026 which can be worked from an office or remotely, depending on the job opportunity. As a First American Intern you will work in a program designed to help you gain experience and develop the technical, professional and interpersonal skills that will be invaluable throughout your career. As a First American Intern you will gain exposure to working in a corporate environment within the Financial/Title Industry – balanced with intern-specific activities, executive level presentations and networking opportunities – while under the guidance of a manager and/or mentor. Undergraduate students are assigned significant work assignments to support specific business functions including Marketing, Human Resources, Technology, Accounting and Finance. The Public Affairs Intern will support First American’s companywide community engagement and government affairs initiatives. The intern will assist with communications, research, and administrative tasks that help drive meaningful community impact and support the company’s legislative goals. This is an excellent opportunity for a student interested in community relations, public affairs, or government affairs work to gain real-world experience in a collaborative and mission driven environment. What You’ll Do: Support planning and execution of community outreach events and volunteer initiatives Assist with coordinating partnerships with nonprofits and local organizations Help track and organize donations, sponsorship requests, and volunteer activities Contribute to internal and external communications, including newsletters and social content Conduct research on community needs, trends, and potential partnership opportunities Provide general administrative support to the Public Affairs team as needed What You’ll Bring: Junior or senior?level student currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s degree program (preferably in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Nonprofit Management, or related field) Strong written and verbal communication skills Ability to manage multiple tasks, stay organized, and meet deadlines Comfortable engaging with employees, community partners, and nonprofit organizations Proficient in MS Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint) Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently and collaboratively Interest in community outreach, volunteerism, and corporate social responsibility Professional, positive, and service?oriented mindset Pay Range: $15.37 - $20.49 Hourly This hiring range is a reasonable estimate of the base pay range for this position at the time of posting. Pay is based on a number of factors which may include job-related knowledge, skills, experience, business requirements and geographic location. Note that the following statements only apply to candidates who will be working from an unincorporated area within Los Angeles County. First American will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws (e.g., the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act). First American intends to conduct a review of an applicant’s criminal history in connection with a conditional offer. First American reasonably believes that a criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship with the following material job duties for this position potentially resulting in the withdrawal of the conditional offer of employment: handling of confidential, proprietary or trade secret information belonging to First American or its customers, administrating or facilitating financial transactions, and the ability to meet customer-imposed criminal history requirements. What We Offer By choice, we don’t simply accept individuality – we embrace it, we support it, and we thrive on it! Our People First Culture celebrates diversity, equity and inclusion not simply because it’s the right thing to do, but also because it’s the key to our success. We are proud to foster an authentic and inclusive workplace For All. You are free and encouraged to bring your entire, unique self to work. First American is an equal opportunity employer in every sense of the term. Based on eligibility, First American offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401k, PTO/paid sick leave and other great benefits like an employee stock purchase plan.

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