Social Media/Podcast Intern

Public Affairs Department – Social Media/Podcast Intern

Intern responsibilities:

• Social Media Management: Assist in creating, scheduling, and curating engaging content across DKI APCSS's social media channels, including Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram, and others. Monitor social media activity, respond to comments and messages, and engage with our online community. Explore innovative approaches to enhance social media presence, expand reach, and improve audience engagement.
• Podcast Development: Support the production of security-focused podcasts, from researching potential topics and guests to assisting with scriptwriting and recording sessions. Collaborate with the Public Affairs Office team and external partners to ensure smooth podcast production, including audio editing and post-production tasks. Help manage the distribution and promotion of podcast episodes through various platforms.
• Content Creation: Contribute to developing visually appealing and informative graphics, images, and short videos to complement social media posts and podcast episodes. Assist in drafting compelling and concise copy for social media captions, podcast descriptions, and promotional materials.
• Analytics and Reporting: Monitor social media metrics and podcast analytics to gauge performance and effectiveness of content. Compile regular reports on key performance indicators. Provide insights and recommendations based on data analysis to improve content strategy and audience engagement.
• Research and Trend Analysis: Stay up to date with current events, trends, and discussions related to regional security, international relations, and digital media to inform content creation and social media strategy.
• Cross-functional support: Collaborate with other teams within the Public Affairs Office to support overall communication and outreach efforts, including media relations, website content management, and event coverage.

Qualifications – Candidates should demonstrate the following:

• Participation in an undergraduate or graduate degree from an accredited institution or
• Recent completion of an undergraduate or graduate degree from an accredited institution majoring in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, or English.
• Academic and professional goals relevant to public affairs/relations and/or federal service
• Interest in Indo-Pacific security issues
• Strong interpersonal skills, an understanding of teamwork, and a commitment to professionalism
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs

Eligible Candidates

• U.S. citizens and internationals who can obtain an F-1 or J-1 Visa.
• It is the responsibility of the foreign candidates to apply for a visa to enter the United States. DKI APCSS does NOT sponsor visas. Foreign student candidates with questions about securing a visa should address them to rssip@apcss.org
• Graduate and undergraduate students with a minimum 3.0 GPA, recent graduates (less than 3 years) have priority in recruitment.
• Other applicants may be considered according to the needs of the Center.
• All applicants must be able to pass a background investigation.