About the role
POSITION DESCRIPTION: Science Central, a hands-on science center (physical, natural and applied sciences), located within a large historical building, is currently hiring a creative, versatile, and eager-to-learn college student to serve as the organization's social media intern. This position will assist the marketing manager.
Duties will include: Creating social media posts Writing/laying out press releases Taking photos and videos, editing images and video content Completing graphic design projects for programs and events Updating the website PREFERRED SKILLS: Communication, writing, spelling and proofing skills; basic knowledge of advertising and marketing; graphic design experience; basic knowledge of web site and social media design; able to keep detailed notes and records of design and due dates; familiarity with graphics design packages such as Adobe Creative Cloud (InDesign/Photoshop/Illustrator), Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Publisher; communicative and team-oriented; ability to partner with a wide variety of diverse colleagues. QUALIFICATIONS: Pursuing a degree in marketing, communications, public relations, journalism, graphic design, English, or related field; successful completion of a Criminal Background Check is required. SCHEDULE: The Marketing Intern will work 15-25 hours per week.
Duration and internships hours is flexible to meet the student's school requirements. COMPENSATION: This internship is an unpaid position. There is no housing or stipend offered by Science Central.
Intern will work as a volunteer for the duration of the internship. A paid position is not guaranteed at the completion of the internship. CREDIT: Science Central is happy to provide necessary documentation for the student's college credit.
APPLY: Open posting, positions filled as needed. Send cover letter, resume and list of professional references (minimum of 3). REQUESTED ASSETS: completed application cover letter resume examples of writing skills (press releases, articles, etc.) examples of graphic design (brocures, pamphlets, newsletters, etc.) minimum of 3 professional references