Marketing and Communication Intern

On-Site (Hybrid), Grimes Office

This is a part-time internship position requiring a commitment of at least 20 hours per week. Compensation may be available depending on qualifications and experience.

Position Summary

The Marketing and Communication Intern will play a crucial role in supporting our marketing and communication efforts. This position offers an excellent opportunity for individuals interested in gaining hands-on experience in marketing strategy, content creation, social media management, and corporate administration. The intern will work closely with the marketing team to execute various initiatives aimed at enhancing brand visibility and driving business growth.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Assist in the development and implementation of marketing campaigns across various channels, including digital, social media, email, and traditional marketing.

Create compelling content for website, blog posts, social media platforms, email newsletters, and marketing materials.

Monitor and engage with audiences on social media platforms to increase brand awareness and drive engagement.

Collaborate with team members to brainstorm and execute innovative marketing strategies and initiatives.

Assist in organizing and promoting events, client meetings, and other marketing activities.

Support the maintenance and updating of marketing collateral, including presentations, brochures, and promotional materials.

Assist in managing SharePoint sites and document management process for the company.

Provide administrative support to the marketing team as needed.

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)

Currently enrolled in an Associates, Bachelor's, or Master's degree program in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, Business, or related field.

Strong written and verbal communication skills with a keen eye for detail and accuracy.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Familiarity with social media platforms and social media management tools.

Basic understanding of marketing principles and strategies.

Creative thinking and problem-solving skills.

Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.

Adaptability and willingness to learn new skills and tools.

Previous internship or relevant work experience in marketing or communications is a plus.

Core Competencies

Initiative Identifying what needs to be done and doing it before being asked or before the situation requires it.

Customer Orientation- The ability to demonstrate concern for satisfying one's external and or / internal customers.

Communication The ability to ensure information is passed on to others who should be kept informed, express oneself clearly verbally and in writing, and understand others.

Time Management Spending time appropriately among people and projects to ensure goals are met.

Thoroughness Ensuring that one's own and others' work and information are complete and accurate; carefully preparing for meetings and presentations; following up with others to ensure agreements and commitments are fulfilled.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers; handle or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and / or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.

Note

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" relationship.