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Communications Internship, Summer 2026

Columbus Zoo and Aquarium · Powell, OH · 2 mo ago
EducationInternship

About the role

This internship is designed to provide students with hands-on learning experience in social media and digital communications.

Responsibilities

  • Learn and apply best practices for writing, editing, and proofreading social media content under the guidance of the Social Media Coordinator
  • Affiliate with drafting and preparing social media posts for review, focusing on tone, clarity, accuracy, and brand voice
  • Conduct basic research to support social media and communications projects as part of skill development
  • Observe and support the planning and maintenance of the social media content calendar, gaining exposure to content strategy and scheduling processes
  • Monitor social media platforms for public questions and comments and assist with documenting engagement trends, under supervision
  • Support the collection and organization of social media analytics and engagement data as a learning exercise in digital reporting
  • Maintain organized files and records related to content drafts, calendars, and reports

Qualifications

  • Second-year college student or recent graduate (2 years or less) in communications, marketing, or a related program
  • Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale

Learning, Professional Development & Compliance

  • Participate in instructional discussions and hands-on learning related to digital communications, audience engagement, and campaign evaluation
  • Complete assigned projects designed to support educational growth in communications and marketing
  • Follow department procedures and workplace policies while developing professional communication and organizational skills

Policies & Employment Conditions

  • Subject to Drug Free Workplace Policy
  • Subject to BMV check and a criminal background check

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