Communications Intern

Description

Agency/Company: Wayne Metropolitan Community Action Agency
Department: Communications
Internship Job Title: Social Media and Special Event Assistant

Duration of Internship: 30-35 hours/week, 1 semester (10-12 weeks)
Location of Internship: Location May Vary (Biddle, Lakeshore, Lincoln Park, etc.)
Supervisor: Sidney Anderson, Communications Manager
Mission/Vision:
In our pursuit to eliminate poverty, Wayne Metro empowers people and communities to be
strong, healthy, and thriving. We envision thriving communities where all people have hope and
opportunities to realize their full potential. Wayne Metro is committed to professionalism,
empathy, respect, excellent client service, confidentiality, and punctuality. We provide assistance
to low- to moderate-income families to help address their most critical needs through over 70
programs, including valuable educational, housing, and emergency services.
Job Description:
Wayne Metro seeks a lively and creative individual with a passion for social media, content
creation, and event coordination. This internship provides hands-on experience in both digital
media and event execution, offering an excellent opportunity to develop skills in marketing,
storytelling, and community engagement. The ideal candidate will work collaboratively with the
Communications Department to create, develop, and publish content while assisting with
special events and internal engagement initiatives.
Intern Responsibilities:
Social Media & Content Creation (50%)
● Develop, write, and publish content across various platforms, including social media,
website, blogs, email campaigns, and presentations.
● Execute social media strategies aligned with best practices across channels such as
Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and TikTok.
● Capture and edit video/photo content for digital storytelling.
● Collaborate with the Graphic Designer, Social Media Specialist, and Communications
Manager on creative projects.
● Assist in developing and executing the Comms Street Team, an internal group promoting
our communications strategy.
Event Coordination (50%)
● Support the planning, promotion, and execution of internal and external events, including
community outreach, program launches, and agency celebrations.
● Consult with department representatives to create marketing plans and strategies for
event promotion.
● Coordinate logistics, including event setup, vendor communication, and on-site support.
● Capture event content for social media and digital platforms.
● Provide post-event evaluations and reports to assess effectiveness.

Qualifications

Qualified candidates:

• Obtaining a degree in communications, video production, marketing, or any other related field. 

• Passionate about content development and social media strategy

• Ability to develop and manage creative strategy from start to finish

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. This job operates in a professional office environment with a usually quiet noise level. This is largely a sedentary role and the employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, frequently use hands and to talk or hear.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma/general education degree (GED) OR a combination of education and experience that is similarly equivalent. 

• Pass Criminal Background check & Drug Screening 

• Ability to work a hybrid schedule

Minimum Competencies:

• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in written form.

• Good interpersonal and professional skills including but not limited to professional appearance, tact, punctuality, and dependability.

• Perform work in a manner that upholds Wayne Metro policies and procedures. 

 Wayne Metropolitan Community Action Agency is an Equal Opportunity Employer

EOE/M/F/D/V

Salary : $15