Communications Intern

WICHE

2d • $20 • Onsite

About The Position

Reports to the Vice President, Communications

Position Specifications

Required:

Currently enrolled as an undergraduate student in communications, journalism, public relations, marketing, English, political science, or a related field.
Must be committed to excellence and possess a professional attitude.
Must be detail-oriented with a deep commitment to accuracy.
Must be curious and have a willingness to grow skillset through hands-on learning.
Strong organizational skills and an ability to adapt to shifting priorities.
Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
Willingness to be a team player who can collaborate and, when needed, work independently with guidance.
Ability to receive feedback well from mentors and colleagues alike and nurture a growth mindset in their work.
Interest in building skills in one or more of the following areas (no prior experience required): writing or editing, digital communications, graphic design tools, event support, or general content creation.
Familiarity with Microsoft Office or the desire to learn similar tools is helpful but not required.

Preferred:

Demonstrated interest in communications, public affairs, public service, government, or nonprofit work.
Willingness to learn or have any experience in the following content creation areas: writing, editing, and proofreading skills; branding or graphic design; digital communications (such as website, social media, email campaigns), and/or event support.
Proficiency or willingness to learn the following technologies: Microsoft Office, Canva, Adobe Creative Cloud, media relations tools, data analytics, email marketing platforms, website content management systems (WordPress, SharePoint).

Expected Learning Outcome

Develop practical experience applying communications best practices by creating high‑quality content, managing organizational communication channels, and producing polished writing and editing samples suitable for inclusion in a professional portfolio.

About WICHE

Since 1953, the Western Interstate Commission for Higher Education (WICHE) has been strengthening higher education, workforce development, and behavioral health throughout the region. As an interstate compact, WICHE partners with states, territories, and postsecondary institutions to share knowledge, create resources, and develop innovative solutions that address some of our society’s most pressing needs. From promoting high-quality, affordable postsecondary education to helping states get the most from their technology investments and addressing
behavioral health challenges, WICHE improves lives across the West through innovation, cooperation, resource sharing, and sound public policy.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled as an undergraduate student in communications, journalism, public relations, marketing, English, political science, or a related field.
• Must be committed to excellence and possess a professional attitude.
• Must be detail-oriented with a deep commitment to accuracy.
• Must be curious and have a willingness to grow skillset through hands-on learning.
• Strong organizational skills and an ability to adapt to shifting priorities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Willingness to be a team player who can collaborate and, when needed, work independently with guidance.
• Ability to receive feedback well from mentors and colleagues alike and nurture a growth mindset in their work.
• Interest in building skills in one or more of the following areas (no prior experience required): writing or editing, digital communications, graphic design tools, event support, or general content creation.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office or the desire to learn similar tools is helpful but not required.

Nice To Haves

• Demonstrated interest in communications, public affairs, public service, government, or nonprofit work.
• Willingness to learn or have any experience in the following content creation areas: writing, editing, and proofreading skills; branding or graphic design; digital communications (such as website, social media, email campaigns), and/or event support.
• Proficiency or willingness to learn the following technologies: Microsoft Office, Canva, Adobe Creative Cloud, media relations tools, data analytics, email marketing platforms, website content management systems (WordPress, SharePoint).

Responsibilities

• creating high‑quality content
• managing organizational communication channels
• producing polished writing and editing samples suitable for inclusion in a professional portfolio

Benefits

• This is a part-time, temporary internship position and does not include eligibility for WICHE’s employee benefits package.
• Interns will receive hourly compensation only.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 51-100 employees