Intern - Social Media & Communications

Bauer Family Resources • Lafayette, IN

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About The Position

The Social Media & Communications Intern supports the organization's marketing and communication efforts by creating engaging content, managing social media platforms, and assisting with internal and external communication projects. This role is ideal for a creative individual passionate about storytelling, branding, and digital engagement.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent, required
• Currently enrolled in a college program in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, or a related field.
• Previous experience managing social media accounts (personal, academic, or professional).
• Experience with content creation tools (Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, or similar).
• Familiarity with analytics tools (Facebook Insights, Instagram Analytics, or Google Analytics preferred).
• Strong writing and editing skills.
• Familiarity with social media platforms and trends.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.

Nice To Haves

• Basic graphic design or video editing skills (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Create, edit, and schedule social media posts across platforms (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok).
• Monitor social media channels for engagement, respond to comments/messages, and escalate inquiries as needed.
• Ensure brand consistency in tone, style, and visual identity across all digital platforms.
• Draft and edit content for newsletters, blogs, and press releases.
• Collaborate with staff to gather stories, photos, and videos for marketing purposes.
• Assist in creating graphics and short videos using tools like Canva.
• Analyze social media metrics and prepare performance reports with recommendations for improvement.
• Research trends and competitor strategies to inform content planning.
• Support planning and execution of marketing campaigns, events, and community outreach initiatives.
• Assist with website updates and SEO optimization.
• Help maintain media contact lists and distribute press releases.
• Sit on the Community Development Committee

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees