Part-time Research Communications Intern

The Pennsylvania State University; State College (Centre County); Hybrid; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Part time

Job summary

The Pennsylvania State University is looking for part-time communications interns to join the Edna Bennett Pierce Prevention Research Center. Interns will assist in highlighting the Center's work to improve lives by supporting communications with tasks like writing news briefs, creating social media posts, and producing analytics reports.

This role requires strong writing skills and the ability to work independently or collaboratively. A background in Adobe Creative Suite is advantageous. The position can be remote or hybrid, based in University Park.

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communications skills.
• Ability to work independently and in collaboration with others.
• Experience with Adobe Creative Suite and/or newswriting is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Write news briefs and newsletter articles for the scientific community.
• Create social media posts for Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
• Produce regular analytics reports summarizing key performance indicators.
• Produce staff profiles and social media posts.

Skills

Research writing

Social media

Analytics

Video production

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Job Description

The Edna Bennett Pierce Prevention Research Center (PRC) seeks part‑time communications interns to assist us in highlighting the important work the Center is doing to improve the lives of children, youth, and families. The PRC is an international thought leader in prevention science research, training, and outreach. Our research examines how families, schools, community groups, and industry can work together to promote healthy lifestyles.

Our communications interns are a vital part of the Center's communications core, supporting center faculty and communications staff with branding and communications initiatives. We work with our interns to build a strong portfolio to prepare them for future career opportunities.

Key Responsibilities and Skills

• Research writing: writing news briefs and newsletter articles, geared mostly toward the scientific community
• Social media: creating compelling social media posts for Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram
• Analytics: producing regular analytics reports summarizing key performance indicators for our website, social media channels and electronic newsletter
• Video production: production of staff profiles and social media posts

This position requires excellent written and verbal communications skills and the ability to work independently and in collaboration with others. A plus: experience with Adobe Creative Suite and/or newswriting.

Work location: remote or hybrid (located in Biobehavioral Health Building, University Park campus)

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.

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