Communications Internship

Spring 2021/Summer 2021 – Paid Internship Opportunity

The Office of Economic Vitality is Tallahassee-Leon County’s keystone economic development organization in our ecosystem.

OEV is seeking a dynamic communications intern who is a self-starter with a strong work ethic and willingness to take initiative and be proactive.

If you are looking for an internship that will offer you real world experience and provide tangible products for your portfolio, apply by January 22, 2021.

 

Required Qualifications:

· Graduate student (Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, Advertising, Journalism, Digital Media, and Graphic Design majors preferred)

· Applicants should have an understanding of and experience with communications, journalism, marketing and/or public relations

· Proficiency with Associated Press style including writing, copy-editing and proofreading (website copy, newsletter, marketing copy, radio scripts, etc.)

· Familiarity with social media posting (including social media management tools)

· Ability to take initiative and be a self-starter.

· Strong organizational skills.

· Ability to manage multiple tasks.

· 20-40 per week is required for the internship.

 

Duties:

· Support the OEV’s communications efforts to marketing and communications strategies.

· Assist the Marketing Coordinator in maintaining the campaign’s editorial calendar and brainstorming content for the organization’s blog, newsletter and Instagram.

· Draft fact sheets, press releases, media advisories, social media calendar, and other communications materials.

· Graphic design as well as photography/videography skills helpful

· Provide administrative support as needed.

· Other duties as assigned.

 

To apply, visit https://cotjobs.psft.talgov.com/psc/aplyonl/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_SCHJOB_FL&Action=U. If you have any problems submitting the form or have any questions, please contact kbrown@oevforbusiness.org.

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