Intern – Social Media Marketing/Parks and Recreation

City of Fort Wayne • Fort Wayne, IN

23d

About The Position

Intern – Social Media Marketing/ Parks and Recreation Schedule: Up to 30 hours per week Creative. Trend-spotting. Ready to turn parks, programs, and playground moments into scroll-stopping content. What You'll Do Working under the direction of the Manager of Communications, you'll support Parks and Recreation's marketing efforts with a strong focus on social media strategy, content creation, and community engagement. You'll help bring programs, events, and initiatives to life online-ensuring our messaging connects with youth, parents, and the broader Fort Wayne community in meaningful and engaging ways.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent, with college coursework or training in Marketing, Communications, Media Relations, Journalism, English, or related field
• Experience using major social media platforms for content creation and engagement
• Strong writing skills with the ability to create age-appropriate, family-friendly content
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and maintain professionalism in public-facing communications

Nice To Haves

• Valid Indiana Driver's License (if operating a City vehicle)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel
• Experience with Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator
• Understanding of marketing principles, media relations, and social media analytics
• Awareness of audience behavior and content consumption trends across platforms

Responsibilities

• Develop and adapt content ideas into organized content calendars across Facebook, Instagram, X, TikTok, YouTube, and LinkedIn
• Create engaging graphics, short- and long-form video, captions, hashtags, and links aligned with brand standards and program goals
• Monitor comments and messages to support positive, timely, and accurate community engagement
• Assist with tracking analytics, evaluating engagement trends, and recommending improvements to increase reach and impact
• Support social media campaigns tied to department events, programs, and seasonal initiatives

Benefits

• This internship offers hands-on experience managing real platforms with real impact.
• You'll build your portfolio while helping connect families and youth to programs that enrich our community.
• At the City of Fort Wayne, you'll gain meaningful experience, mentorship, and the opportunity to contribute to initiatives that make a difference every day.
• Equal Opportunity Employer

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: High school or GED