What are the responsibilities and job description for the Marketing & Public Affairs Intern position at The Maryland-National Capital Park & Planning Commission?
The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC) is a six-time National Recreation and Parks Association Gold Medal Award Winner. Montgomery Parks has a career staff complement of nearly 800 employees, and we serve a diverse population of more than one million residents in the Washington, DC area. We manage 419 parks on more than 37,000 acres of parkland. Go to our website to learn more: https://www.montgomeryparks.org
Montgomery Parks seeks a graduate or undergraduate level Marketing & Public Affairs Intern in the Marketing Section of the Public Affairs & Community Partnerships (PACP) Division to assist, handle, and produce marketing collateral for both print and digital outlets including copy, graphics, photography, and potentially videography. In addition, the intern will work on updating kiosks and signage throughout parks.
DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION:
We welcome applicants who reflect the diversity of our community and can help us become a more inclusive place for staff and visitors. Montgomery Parks believes that diversity in all dimensions of the organization supports and bolsters the innovative thinking crucial to its success. Montgomery Parks does not make hiring decisions based on race, ethnicity, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, political affiliation, or ideology or status as a Veteran.
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION:
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
The Marketing & Public Affairs Intern will be provided the opportunity to work alongside specialists producing and managing a variety of marketing projects including structural and creative updates to webpages, graphic design, monitoring social media, under the supervision of Marketing Section staff.
A successful candidate works well as part of team, is organized, and has interest and knowledge in one or more of the following fields:
Digital & Print Advertising
Photography
Social Media Campaign
Graphic Design
Videography
Website Design & Maintenance
The successful candidate will support the Marketing Section programs described in the above Job Description and is expected to:
Edit and produce (independently) digital newsletters, social media, and website content.
Assist with database tagging of photography and web page amenities.
Assist with updating park kiosks and our database of signage throughout parks.
Assist with graphic design of marketing materials including web banners and flyers that follow brand standards guidelines
Provide photography/videography support at parks programs, facilities, or amenities.
Utilize website maintenance tools to improve quality of content on web pages.
Attend in-house trainings and presentations to assist marketing team on storytelling opportunities
her duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Background and interest in marketing, communications, public affairs, writing, graphic design, social media, photography, videography, digital advertising including Facebook, Google Ads, and/or digital newsletter.
Ability to complete tasks both independently under minimal supervision and as part of a team, paying attention to details, and working within design guidelines and deadlines.
Skilled in editing websites in WordPress content management system or something similar.
General computer skills and advanced proficiency using Microsoft Office, particularly Microsoft Word and Excel, required.
Develop marketing plans; previous experience preferred.
REQUIREMENTS:
Position will be filled at either the undergraduate (Intern I, pay rate $17-19/hr.) or graduate (Intern II, pay rate $19-21/hr.) level, dependent upon education and experience.
Be able to work under arduous field conditions to include walking significant distances.
Willingness to commit to a pre-arranged schedule up to 250 hours over the course of 10 weeks.
Minimum age: 18 years old.
TRAINING:
Orientation to the Department of Parks and the Public Affairs & Community Partnerships Division will be provided by staff. Specific project requirements will be discussed with supervisory staff members.
Attendance and successful completion of in-house trainings, including an online Defensive Driving course.
COMMENTS:
To be considered, please complete application with supplemental questions included and upload cover letter as part of the submission. Unofficial transcripts preferred, but not required. Capacity to complete fieldwork as well as telework when requested is required. Equipment and instruction for teleworking will be provided.
May be subject to medical, drug and alcohol testing.The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate a workplace culture of diversity, equity and inclusion without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity, or any other non-merit factor.
Salary : $17 - $21
