Intern - Social Media & Communications

Bauer Family Resources•Lafayette, IN

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

Our work is important and vital to children and families in the community, and we are seeking caring individuals to join our Bauer family to help us continue ' to empower children and their families to thrive'. At Bauer, we empower children and their families to thrive. Bauer Family Resources mission is at the heart of every program and service offered to our community. It is our belief that every child and family has a desire for a life that is filled with success, strong family and community connections and hope for tomorrow. Bauer's work is measured against this mission statement to ensure we are true to it. We are building a culture of belonging – where every person is supported to bring their most authentic self to work and enable them to do the best work of their life. We are a culture grounded by collaboration, personal growth and well-being. We care about each other, ourselves, our communities and the environment which we live in. We respect all with humility and patience. Bauer Family Resources does not discriminate on basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in a group or class protected by local, state and federal government laws. At Bauer, we encourage diversity and promote equality. Internship opportunities are available in various programs of the agency, including working with infants and young children, youth, and families. This includes providing home-based case management and skill building to families at risk and/or involved with the Department of Child Services; working with youth in an after school program promoting the 40 Developmental Assets; working with the schools and juvenile justice system in preventing further disciplinary action and punitive sanctions, and providing comprehensive educational experiences for children and their parents that promote the growth and development of each individual child. Internship opportunities are available to students attending an accredited college or university. 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.
Basic graphic design or video editing skills (preferred).
Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
Must be able to successfully pass background checks.

Nice To Haves

Basic graphic design or video editing skills

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