Unpaid LSI Marketing Summer Internship

Lutheran Services in Iowa • Des Moines, IA

19h

About The Position

The LSI internship program trains and educates students looking to start a career in the human services or related field. We will work with your schedule and curriculum requirements to determine the best fit and provide an invaluable hands-on experience. LSI currently offers unpaid internships. Lutheran Services of Iowa is a social services nonprofit that is looking for a talented student to join our team. You'll work with a team that enjoys working hard to meet goals and exceed expectations while having fun along the way.

Requirements

• Experience in or pursuing a degree in public relations, marketing, advertising, or a related field
• Strong communications skills, both written and verbal
• Basic skills in social media, photography, and graphic design
• Computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite.
• Valid driver's license, auto insurance, a good driving record
• Ability to pass an extensive background check including checks of the Dependent Adult and Child Abuse registries, Sex Offender registry and a criminal history check.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with Adobe InDesign desired.
• Enjoys working closely with a team while also completing individual projects

Responsibilities

• Write press releases and media pitches to promote events and attract attention for targeted media.
• Conduct interviews and draft client stories to be used in marketing materials, for stakeholder communications, and on the agency website and social media channels.
• Create social media posts and update agency channels including Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn.
• Assist with photography needs, as needed.
• Support the marketing and communications team in creating collateral pieces.
• Assist with special events including the planning, promotion, and execution.
• Adhere to LSI brand and logo guidelines.
• Complete projects according to deadlines.
• Collaborate with the marketing director and communications coordinators.

Benefits

• Work on a wide variety of projects for multiple internal and external clients
• Create materials that can be included in a professional portfolio
• Receive support, guidance and feedback from the director of the marketing department as well as communications coordinators
• Gain experience in the nonprofit sector
• Join a team of eager young professionals led by a supportive director with years of creative professional experience
• Flexible schedule

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: Associate degree