Part-time Intern, Communication and Engagement

About the Role

The PT Intern, Communications and Engagement at Lone Star College-University Park will work in a dynamic and engaging environment, collaborating with the team to gain hands-on experience in college relations, communications, and marketing. This temporary internship is available to current students or recent graduates with less than 1 year of experience and is not intended to lead to full-time employment upon graduation.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the creation and execution of marketing campaigns, strategies, and deliverables
• Support social media accounts, including content creation, graphic design, scheduling, and engagement
• Develop promotional materials such as emails, articles, digital ads, brochures, newsletters, and flyers
• Review, maintain, and update articles, internal materials, communication resources, and website content
• Conduct research on industry trends and marketing strategies to inform decision-making
• Submit information to various communication channels
• Organize, coordinate, and promote events and programs, including on-site support
• Perform administrative duties to support the College Relations department
• Engage with the community and stakeholders to enhance the organization's visibility and reputation
• Complete other reasonable, related duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Enrolled at an institute of higher education or a recent graduate with less than 1 year of experience
• Maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher
• Maintain good academic and disciplinary standing

Skills

• Self-motivated and able to handle new challenges without constant supervision
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including copywriting
• Proficient with social media
• Familiarity with graphic design tools (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite, Canva)
• Basic photography, videography, and editing skills
• Ability to multitask and apply complex information
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Interest in learning new skills and taking on diverse tasks

Pay

Hourly Pay Rate is $17.94.

Schedule

Work up to 19 hours per week, depending on experience and skills. Work is performed in a climate-controlled office with minimal exposure to safety hazards and may require infrequent travel to different LSC locations.