Community Engagement Intern - Winter/Spring 2027

MSUFCU•East Lansing, MI

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Community Engagement Intern supports high-impact community outreach programs, events, and communications that promote the Credit Union’s community partnerships. The intern collaborates with community partners, internal departments, Credit Union volunteers, and management to plan and carry out programs and events supporting volunteer and philanthropic efforts, and helps create programs that present the Credit Union positively within the community. The MSUFCU Internship Program provides hands-on experience and career-readiness development in areas including career and self-development, communication, critical thinking, equity and inclusion, leadership, professionalism, teamwork, and technology. This is a paid, part-time internship scheduled around the student’s school schedule and business hours. The position is onsite at MSUFCU Headquarters in East Lansing, Michigan, and begins January 6, 2027, for the Winter/Spring semester, with potential continuation into future semesters.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Actively pursuing an associate or bachelor’s degree.
Ability to commute to events in East Lansing, Lansing, and surrounding communities.
Demonstrate empathy and commitment to superior member service.
Proficiency in or willingness to learn Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, and GoAnimate.
Seek continuous learning and improvement through feedback and other means.
Ability to work independently as a self-starter and successfully in a team-oriented environment.
Openness to change and considerable variety in the workplace.
Strong written and oral communication skills and ability to present information effectively to staff and members.
Ability to multitask across projects and meet deadlines.
Ability to analyze problems and arrive at an appropriate solution.
Creativity and innovation with careful attention to detail.
Ability to foster a positive, energizing, fun, and diverse environment.
Ability to operate standard office technology, equipment, and tools, including extended computer and phone use.

Nice To Haves

A field of study in marketing, communications, journalism, advertising, education, graphic design, business, or a related major is preferred.
One to two years of previous work experience is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Assist with developing high-impact events and programs supporting community involvement.
Write and design communications for events and programs for distribution throughout the community and campus.
Support special projects and programs to help ensure their success.
Take photographs and video at community events and programs for communications materials and to document Credit Union history.
Assist with planning, organizing, and facilitating community events.
Meet biweekly with the Community Engagement team to discuss project progress and receive guidance.
Assist the Community Engagement team with occasional administrative tasks in preparation for programs and presentations.
Understand the products and services offered by the Credit Union.
Participate in departmental or branch training and training with the Learning and Talent Development department to support compliance with Credit Union policies and applicable laws and regulations.
Perform other assigned duties and assist other employees as assigned.