Marketing & Communications Intern

Courts Plus; Elmhurst (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 35,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free pool pass

Courts Plus membership

Free batting cages

20% off food

Employee social activities

Values Recognition Program

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Credit Union

Job summary

Elmhurst Park District in Elmhurst, IL is seeking a Marketing & Communications Intern for Fall 2026 to support content creation, campaigns, and social media across platforms.

You will assist with website and email communications, capture photo/video at events, draft materials, and help develop promotional content while learning from a dedicated team.

Qualifications

• High School graduate or equivalent.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong internal and external customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively with a team.
• Strong attention to detail and proofreading skills.
• Ability to create engaging and concise social media content.
• Basic photography and videography skills.
• Basic graphic design skills and familiarity in Canva.
• Familiarity with social media platforms including Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn.
• Creativity, initiative and willingness to learn.
• Interest in marketing, communications, public relations, journalism, digital media, graphic design, or related field.
• Previous experience creating content for social media, school organizations, or community organizations is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the overall functions of the Marketing & Communications department.
• Assist with creating engaging content for the District’s websites, social media channels, email communications, and other platforms.
• Photograph and record video at District programs, events, and facilities.
• Create short-form video content for social media.
• Assist with planning and developing social media content.
• Write, edit and proofread marketing materials, including news articles, newsletters, and other communications.
• Create basic graphics and promotional materials using established brand standards and templates.
• Assist with developing promotional campaigns for programs, events, facilities, and other District initiatives.
• Assist with proofreading and quality control to ensure accuracy, consistency and adherence to District.

Education

High School graduate or equivalent

Tools

Canva

Job description

WHO WE ARE

The Elmhurst Park District, established in 1920 and located 16 miles west of Chicago, provides parks, recreation facilities and programs to meet our mission of enriching lives while having fun. Our vision is to become a national leader in providing parks and recreation experiences to our community. We are looking for people to join our team and be part of an organization that values being community focused, providing customer service excellence, working with integrity, having fun, and fostering belonging! We have an exciting short-term job opportunity as Marketing & Communications Intern this Fall 2026!

WHAT YOU'LL DO

You'll play a key role in supporting the Marketing & Communications team in promoting programs, events, facilities and services through engaging and timely content.

• Assist in the overall functions of the Marketing & Communications department.
• Assist with creating engaging content for the District’s websites, social media channels, email communications, and other platforms.
• Photograph and record video at District programs, events, and facilities.
• Create short-form video content for social media.
• Assist with planning and developing social media content.
• Write, edit and proofread marketing materials, including news articles, newsletters, and other communications.
• Create basic graphics and promotional materials using established brand standards and templates.
• Assist with developing promotional campaigns for programs, events, facilities, and other District initiatives.
• Assist with proofreading and quality control to ensure accuracy, consistency and adherence to District.

WHAT YOU'LL BRING

• High School graduate or equivalent.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong internal and external customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively with a team.
• Strong attention to detail and proofreading skills.
• Ability to create engaging and concise social media content.
• Basic photography and videography skills.
• Basic graphic design skills and familiarity in Canva.
• Familiarity with social media platforms including Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn.
• Creativity, initiative and willingness to learn.
• Interest in marketing, communications, public relations, journalism, digital media, graphic design, or related field.
• Previous experience creating content for social media, school organizations, or community organizations is a plus.

WHEN YOU'LL WORK

• 15-19 hours/week, schedule will vary depending on availability.

WHAT YOU'LL GET

• The hourly rate for this position is $15.25/hour.
• This position falls under Pay Grade D with a pay range of $15.25 - $25.50.

In exchange for your time and talent, we offer a generous benefits package to SEASONAL EMPLOYEES, including:

• Free individual pool pass and Courts Plus membership!
• Free batting cages at The Hub (employee only)!
• 20% off food purchases at The Hub concession stand!
• Employee social activities!
• Values Recognition Program!
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Credit Union (Central Credit Union of Illinois)

Additional Legal Statements

* The Elmhurst Park District is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse workforce. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation to participate in the hiring process may contact the Division Manager - Human Resources & Risk at [e-mail].*

For more information about the Elmhurst Park District, please visit epd.org!!

Elmhurst Park District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Elmhurst Park District ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, gender, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or disability. Elmhurst Park District has a policy of active recruitment of qualified minority teachers and non-certified employees. Any individual needing assistance in making application for any opening should contact the Department of Human Resources.

The district is required by state statute (70 ILCS 1205/8-23) to obtain criminal conviction information concerning applicants, and shall perform a criminal background check for applicants for all positions, including the position for which you have applied. Applicants are not obligated to disclose sealed or expunged records of convictions. Conviction of offenses enumerated in subsection (c) of said statute shall automatically disqualify the applicant from consideration for working for the district. All other convictions shall not automatically disqualify the applicant from consideration, but rather, the conviction will be considered in relationship to the specific job.