Community Relations Intern (CV)

About the role

Royal Credit Union is seeking a Community Relations Intern to assist the Program Director of Community Relations and other team members with planning, coordinating, and executing a wide variety of events and community‑engagement activities. The intern will help build brand awareness, represent Royal in the communities we serve, and create media content such as pitches, press releases, blogs, and social‑media posts. This is a 12‑month, full‑time internship for students located in the Chippewa Valley area.

Responsibilities

• Represent Royal Credit Union professionally at community events, including expos, parades, and open houses.
• Assist with planning and executing events and programs, providing feedback on alignment with Royal’s mission.
• Create and distribute media content (press releases, blogs, social‑media posts) to highlight Royal’s community impact.
• Support internal programs such as the Volunteer and Kid’s Club and collaborate with Marketing on promotional materials.
• Help with administrative tasks, suggest process improvements, and support other teams (Financial Education, Grants).
• Attend Foundation Training at the Corporate Center in Eau Claire, WI (Monday and Tuesday of the first week).
• Travel locally and transport materials to events as needed.

Requirements

• Enrolled at a university or technical college for the entire internship period, pursuing a degree in public relations, communications, journalism, marketing, or a related field.
• Must be bondable.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to maintain it.
• Insured vehicle or reliable access to one; must maintain reliable transportation.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and shifting priorities with minimal supervision.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with excellent time‑management.
• Comfortable working in a team environment and handling frequent interruptions.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and digital tools such as Outlook, SharePoint, and Teams.
• Willingness to work onsite at the Royal Credit Union Corporate Center/White Bear Lake branch/New Richmond branch throughout the school year and during breaks.

What We’d Love To See

• Event planning and coordination experience.
• Experience writing social‑media content, blogs, and/or press releases.

Pay

Compensation ranges from $17.85 to $19.98 per hour; candidates with significant related experience may receive a higher rate.

Schedule

• Approximately 15–20 hours per week during the school year.
• 35–40 hours per week during the summer.
• Variable hours between 8:00 am – 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday, based on class schedule.

Benefits & Culture

• Member‑ and community‑focused environment dedicated to making a positive impact.
• Supportive, values‑driven workplace with collaborative teamwork.
• Professional growth opportunities through training and advancement.
• Empowerment to make decisions and drive initiatives.
• Active community involvement through local initiatives and events.