POSITION SUMMARY
The selected intern works in direct support of The International Center’s Marketing and Communications Manager. The Intern is involved in a broad range of communication functions including media (social and traditional), website upkeep, blog, external community and stakeholder relations, and stakeholder analysis. The selected intern will also work on specific projects assigned throughout the semester.
RESPONSIBILITIES
CREATION OF MARKETING MATERIALS :
- Design and develop marketing materials for The Center which may include posters, fliers, invitations, emails, social media content, and other materials
- Use a variety of resources to make these materials more creative and appealing
SOCIAL MEDIA MANAGEMENT :
Maintain The Center’s social media accounts, track and analyze social media analytics, and create monthly social media plansWith direct assistance from the marketing and communications manager, recommend topics that most closely match The Center’s expertise and audience’s interestsCo-manage The Center’s website on its WordPress platformNEWSLETTERS AND NEWS RELEASES :
Write or assist in writing a variety of communication vehicles, including a monthly newsletterServe as editor for The Center’s blog, including authoring multiple blog posts throughout the semesterMARKETING AND PROMOTION ASSISTANCE :
Take photos at various events to capture The Center’s programs and servicesProvide support as needed at, working as part of the collaborative teamHelp plan, develop materials, present information, and implement new projects, assignments, tasks as assignedRepresent The Center at various events in a professional mannerDESIRED LEARNING OUTCOMES
Develop a better understanding of international business, cultural diversities, and nonprofit marketing strategiesUnderstand social media trends and features for nonprofits, stakeholders’ interests and how to engage them in a variety of waysUnderstand The Center’s outreach and marketing strategies and their functions in overall organization and program developmentDevelop and refine processes involved in the planning of small- and large-scale events,Exposure to and experience in administrative processes, design, development and execution of new projectsDESIRED SKILLS & COMPETENCIES
Interest in international affairs, diversity, and / or non-profit marketingStrong writing skillsExperience or desire for experience in design, social media management, communication, website maintenance, and / or marketing and communication analysisProfessionalism, responsibility, and accountability on public-facing platforms, including website, official social media pages, and interaction with media contactsDesire and enthusiasm for working on a team, with peers and supervisors, to create content that furthers The Center’s mission and visionCultural awarenessEXPECTATIONS
Be on time, be present, be engagedCommunicate, participate, support your team and the missionPAY & SCHEDULE
15 / hour, plus $80 monthly parking stipendThe Center’s office hours are 8 : 30 a.m. to 5 : 00 p.m., Monday - FridayInterns work an average of 20 hours per week during the fall and spring terms, and an average of 30 hours per week during the summer termHybrid work possible, based on project needs and availabilityBENEFITS
Mentor committed to your successWeekly professional development programmingLocal and international networking opportunitiesCollaborative, respectful, fun work cultureOPT / CPT, class credit, school stipend / scholarship application support