Communication Intern

The University of New Mexico; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Job summary

The University of New Mexico is seeking a part-time Communications Assistant to support the university's news and media outreach. You will write press releases and feature stories, conduct interviews, and assist with photography and video projects for UNM’s print and online channels.

You will work closely with the communications team, gaining exposure to media relations and event coverage while performing administrative duties such as phones, calendar updates, and media monitoring.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of AP style and ability to edit for style/clarity in print and electronic formats.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong computer skills with Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Cloud; comfortable working online.

Responsibilities

• Write press releases and feature stories for print and electronic media.
• Conduct interviews with faculty, staff and students.
• Take photographs and possibly shoot video for news stories.
• Coordinate with communications to produce UNM news content; network with local media.
• Handle administrative tasks: phones, logging stories, updating UNM calendar, media monitoring.

Skills

AP style

Editing

Verbal and written communication

Photo/video basics

Tools

Microsoft Office

Adobe Creative Cloud

Online media monitoring tools

Job description

Position Summary

Are you looking for real-world experience that will boost your resume in the fields of journalism, communication and public relations? Are you passionate about the exciting opportunities UNM has to offer? Do you enjoy writing, photography, and video? Consider applying to be part of The University of New Mexico Communication team!

In this position you will get experience writing press releases and feature stories, conducting interviews with faculty, staff and students, taking photographs, and possibly shooting video. You will work with communication representatives to produce news stories relevant to UNM for both print and electronic media and will have opportunities to network with local tv and print journalists. The position also requires administrative duties such as answering phones, logging news stories, inputting and managing the online UNM calendar and media monitoring.

Minimum Qualifications

Equivalencies not found for this position

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of AP style, as well as the ability to edit for style and clarity in both print and electronic formats. A use of broadcast/video equipment is also desired, but not necessary.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong computer skills with Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Cloud as well as working in an online environment.
• Ability to work independently and on deadline are essential.
• 20 hours/week, Monday thru Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. (schedule flexible dependent on class schedule).

Application Instructions

Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application.

Please include the following: Cover letter, resume and 2 writing samples. If you are called for an interview, a list of at least two supervisory references will be required. You may also be asked to edit and or write a news release (in AP Style).

The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.