Social Media & Communications Internship

This internship provides first-hand knowledge of airport social media efforts, policies, and community communication about airport-related items such as flight information, legislative efforts, and marketing planning. The role includes maintaining an email marketing campaign and assisting with community-based events.

The internship begins on 9/21/2026 and can extend through the end of the academic semester.

Learning Outcomes

• Gain experience collaborating with airport staff and media buyers throughout the communications and marketing planning process
• Develop skills in maintaining a social media content calendar within a complex, fast-moving operational environment
• Learn to craft and schedule engaging content across platforms including Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn
• Build foundational knowledge of airport operations and the unique communications challenges they present
• Learn to plan and execute community events designed to drive meaningful public engagement

Responsibilities

• Create posts for social media
• Create graphic designs
• Create and send email marketing communications
• Manage a social media calendar

Requirements

• Ability to actively support City diversity, equity, and cultural competency efforts within stated job responsibilities and work effectively across diverse cultures and constituencies
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion as evidenced by ongoing trainings and professional development
• Experience maintaining a social media calendar, email marketing, and other media relations
• Event planning skills preferred but not required
• Must have the ability to pass necessary security and background checks
• Must possess strong written communication skills

Pay

Unpaid, for academic credit.

Schedule

Zero (0) days remote per week.

This internship requires enrollment in an internship course. A Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) agreement must be in place prior to the start date. The City has current MOUs with Champlain College, the University of Vermont, and St. Michaels’ College.