Part-Time Strategic Communications Intern

The Pennsylvania State University; Ferguson Township (PA); On-site; USD 7,000 - 10,000; Part time

Job summary

The Donald P. Bellisario College of Communications at Penn State is offering a part-time paid internship for a creative student interested in strategic communications, with skills in photography, social media, video or writing.

The role involves turning rough strategy into visually compelling content, supporting internal and external storytelling, event coverage, and brand materials, with independence and room to learn.

Qualifications

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Deadline- and detail-oriented with the ability to multitask.
• Self-motivated and able to take direction and constructive criticism.
• Conceptual thinker able to mold rough strategy into aesthetically pleasing design.
• Basic understanding of writing and editing related to marketing; familiarity with photography.

Responsibilities

• Assist with event support and storytelling to promote and position the Bellisario College.
• Complete independent assignments to chronicle events with photography or social media.
• Collaborate with the strategic communications staff to create and maintain brand materials and promotional items.
• Provide additional support related to brochures, digital signage, fliers and posters and other publications.

Skills

Photography

Social media

Video editing

Writing

InDesign

Photoshop

Education

Communications major

Tools

InDesign

Photoshop

Job description

Job Description and Position Requirements

The Donald P. Bellisario College of Communications is seeking a motivated and talented student interested in strategic communications with and interest and skills in photography, social media, video or writing to join its strategic communications team for a part-time paid internship. Experience with Adobe software a plus, and experience shooting or editing video would be helpful. Seeking a creative storyteller and conceptual thinker, able to take a rough strategy and mold it into an aesthetically-pleasing design, to join our team that tells the story of the people and programs of the Bellisario College for internal and external audiences. Also, writing is the core of all communications, so the ability to tell a story that way is essential. Our office offers an opportunity for independence with assignments and also supports those who are curious and hard-working to develop their skills while they support our efforts. If you’re seeking a team-oriented environment, with the opportunity to be empowered and produce high-quality content, this is the position for you!

WHERE

Donald P. Bellisairo College of Communications

WHEN

Ongoing

WHO

Communications majors in advertising/public relations, film production or journalism

WORKING HOURS

To be determined, typical range 5-10 hours per week

REQUIREMENTS

Strong verbal and written communication skills Deadline and detail oriented with an ability to multitask Self-motivated and able to take direction and constructive criticism Conceptual thinker, able to take rough strategy and mold into aesthetically-pleasing design Basic understanding of writing and editing related to marketing, and a familiarity with photography Experience and proficiency with design software, specifically InDesign and Photoshop

DUTIES

Assist with event support and storytelling to promote and position the Bellisario College Complete independent assignents to chronicle events with photography or social media Collaborate with members of the Bellisario College strategic communications staff to create and maintain brand materials and promotional items Provide additional support and insight related to brochures, digital signage, fliers and posters and other publications

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