• Application Deadline: 7/30/22
• Company: MSU University Communications
• Location: East Lansing, MI

Role Description

University Communications is hiring a student intern to join our team for 2022-23.
The ideal candidate possesses knowledge and skills in a variety of areas such as writing and content creation, graphic design and photography. The intern must be available to work 10-15 hours during the academic year in increments of 3-5 hours, Monday through Friday.
The intern is prepared to work in a fast-paced online environment and will gain specialized experience in the emerging field of diversity, equity and inclusion, or DEI, communications. The role reports to MSU’s DEI communications manager.
The DEI communications intern is responsible for producing engaging stories and content for MSUToday and the Office for Inclusion and Intercultural Initiatives, or IDI, channels.
Duties and Responsibilities

• Draft, schedule and publish social media posts
• Assist in the creation or gathering of graphic design and photography
• Assist in uploading and updating website content
• Draft and schedule posts to social networks
• Help garner insights on content performance
• Research and recommend new platforms to engage students in DEI
• Assist with DEI committees and note taking

Internship Objectives

• Practical experience with website, email marketing and social media campaigns
• Gain communications skills specific to developing a career in diversity, equity and inclusion
• Shadowing, mentoring and training opportunities
• Opportunity to participate in networking events and cross campus meetings

Required Experience/Skills

• Passion for DEI topics
• Self-starter with ability to manage multiple projects
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Reliable and efficient time management skills
• Extensive knowledge of social media
• Ability to take direction and multi-task
• Familiarity with Associated Press editorial style

Desired Qualifications

• Graphic design experience in Canva
• Experience using Sitecore, Cascade, WordPress, Drupal or other web platforms
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Suite

Required Application Materials

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• Portfolio of Work and/or Writing Samples (single PDF preferred with links)