Communications Intern
WICHE• Boulder, CO, US, CO
•$0 - $20•Onsite
About The Position
This is a part-time, non-exempt internship position requiring 10-20 hours per week, with flexibility around academic commitments. The intern will be based in the Boulder, Colorado, office and will report to the Vice President, Communications. The internship offers the opportunity to 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. No travel is required for this position.
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
Benefits
- Hourly compensation only
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
Associate degree
