What are the responsibilities and job description for the Communications Intern position at Jobs for America's Graduates - KS?
Position Overview
The Communications Intern will have an opportunity to gain hands-on communication experience and will work closely with team members related to external communications, social media, graphic design, partner relationships, and project management. The position is 15-20 hours weekly and will work under the supervision of the Director of Strategic Advancement as well as other members of the JAG-K staff. JAG-K will work around the student’s class schedule.
Core Competencies
Humble – Humble Team Players lack excessive ego or concerns about status. They are quick to point out the contributions of others and slow to seek recognition for their own. They share credit, emphasize team over self, and define success collectively rather than individually.
Hungry – Hungry Team Players are always looking for more – more things to do, more to learn, more responsibility. Hungry people rarely have to be pushed by a manager to work harder because they are self-motivated and diligent. They are constantly thinking about the next step and next opportunity.
Smart – Smart Team players are emotionally intelligent and have common sense about people. They tend to know what is happening in a group situation and how to effectively deal with others. They have good judgment and intuition around subtleties of group dynamics and the impact of their words and actions.
Position Competencies
The Communications Intern will have an opportunity to gain hands-on communication experience and will work closely with team members related to external communications, social media, graphic design, partner relationships, and project management. The position is 15-20 hours weekly and will work under the supervision of the Director of Strategic Advancement as well as other members of the JAG-K staff. JAG-K will work around the student’s class schedule.
Core Competencies
Humble – Humble Team Players lack excessive ego or concerns about status. They are quick to point out the contributions of others and slow to seek recognition for their own. They share credit, emphasize team over self, and define success collectively rather than individually.
Hungry – Hungry Team Players are always looking for more – more things to do, more to learn, more responsibility. Hungry people rarely have to be pushed by a manager to work harder because they are self-motivated and diligent. They are constantly thinking about the next step and next opportunity.
Smart – Smart Team players are emotionally intelligent and have common sense about people. They tend to know what is happening in a group situation and how to effectively deal with others. They have good judgment and intuition around subtleties of group dynamics and the impact of their words and actions.
Position Competencies
- Assist with social media platforms, including creating content, monitoring accounts, engagement, and analytics
- Assist with website content and management, online tool platforms, and database management
- Help develop and execute multi-faceted marketing and communications strategies
- Assist with the implementation and administration of the JAG-Kansas alumni association
- Assist with internal office duties and administrative tasks as well as other duties assigned by Strategic Advancement
Job Qualifications
- Demonstrated leadership in work and/or academics regarding journalism, public relations, and non-profits
- Basic understanding of both traditional and social media
- Ability to work collaboratively with team members at all levels, leaders and members of other organizations, and media representatives
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
- Technology proficient including virtual meeting platforms, school technology, and various media programs
- Applicant must be a 3rd or 4th year student pursuing a degree in communications, journalism, graphic design, public policy, or related field.
REPORTS TO: Director of Strategic Advancement
CLASSIFICATION: Hourly
