FWS Marketing and Communications Intern (Student Wage)

University of Virginia Physicians Group; United States; On-site; USD 20,664,000 - 30,307,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Virginia School of Data Science is seeking a Marketing and Communications Intern to work with the Communications Team in fall 2026, with an option to renew spring 2027. The intern will assist with writing, editing, proofreading, and event coverage under dual supervision by the Director of Communications and the Writer and Editorial Specialist.

Responsibilities include creating content for the website and newsletter, fact checking, interviewing at events, and supporting editorial

Qualifications

• Enrolled undergraduate or graduate UVA student.
• Work Study Eligible.
• Experience with Microsoft Office.
• Detail orientation with strong writing, editing, and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to support diverse perspectives and cultures in an inclusive environment.

Responsibilities

• Create, edit, and proofread articles for publication on the School of Data Science website and monthly newsletter.
• Fact check names, titles, and details of data science materials.
• Cover School events and activities, conducting interviews and gathering notes, transcripts, and quotes for stories.
• Assist with content research and administrative support for editorial projects.
• Draft and proofread communications materials, including newsletters, web content, and marketing copy as needed.
• Assist with accessibility, adjusting resumes and other documents as needed.

Skills

Writing

Editing

Verbal communication

Attention to detail

Inclusive environment

Education

Enrolled UVA student

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The University of Virginia School of Data Science is seeking a Marketing and Communications Intern to work alongside the Communications Team in the fall of 2026 with the option to renew spring 2027. The intern will assist with writing, editing, proofreading, and event coverage. The successful candidate will be co-supervised by the Director of Communications and the Writer and Editorial Specialist, working alongside a team of professional marketers and communicators.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Create, edit, and proofread articles for publication on the School of Data Science website and monthly newsletter.
• Fact check names, titles, and details of data science materials.
• Cover School events and activities, conducting interviews and gathering notes, transcripts, and quotes for stories.
• Assist with content research and administrative support for editorial projects.
• Draft and proofread communications materials, including newsletters, web content, and marketing copy as needed.
• Assist with accessibility, adjusting resumes and other documents as needed.

REQUIRED Qualifications

• Enrolled undergraduate or graduate UVA student
• Work Study Eligible
• Experience with Microsoft Office
• Detail orientation with strong writing, editing, and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to support diverse perspectives and cultures in an inclusive environment

PREFERRED Qualifications

• Experience interviewing sources for articles or class projects
• Experience publishing articles
• Editing/proofreading experience
• Familiarity with AP style

PHYSICAL Demands

This is primarily a sedentary job involving extensive use of desktop computers. The job may require traveling some distance to attend meetings and programs.

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