Community Relations Intern (SCV)

About the Role

Team members are at the core of who we are, living our values of making a difference, doing the right thing, making it easy, being caring, friendly, nice, respectful, and taking ownership. Royal Credit Union seeks caring, energetic team members to create a positive impact in the lives of our members. This Community Relations Intern position is open to students located in the St. Croix Valley area who can commit to a full‑year, 12‑month internship while remaining enrolled at a university or technical college.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Program Director of Community Relations and other Community Engagement team members with planning, coordination, and execution of a wide variety of events and community activities.
• Represent Royal Credit Union professionally at community events such as expos, parades, and open houses.
• Create and distribute media content—including press releases, blogs, and social‑media posts—to highlight Royal’s community impact.
• Support internal programs like the Volunteer and Kid’s Club and collaborate with Marketing on promotional materials.
• Help with administrative tasks, suggest process improvements, and support other teams such as Financial Education and Grants.
• Travel locally and transport materials to events as needed.
• Attend Foundation Training at the corporate center in Eau Claire, WI (Monday and Tuesday of the first week).

Requirements

• Enrolled at a university or technical college for the entire internship period, pursuing a degree in public relations, communications, journalism, marketing, or a similar field.
• Bondable.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to maintain it.
• Insured vehicle or access to one, and 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 travel locally for events.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience planning and coordinating events.
• Experience writing social‑media content, blogs, or press releases.

Pay

$20.53–$22.99 per hour (candidates with significant related experience may be higher).

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.
• On‑site work required at the New Richmond branch throughout the school year and during breaks.
• Limited‑term, non‑benefit‑eligible position running from May 2027 to May 2028.
• Full 12‑month commitment required.