Marketing & Communications Intern

INSTITUTE FOR ADVANCED LEARNING AND RESEARCH • Danville, VA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Interested in marketing, storytelling, and communicating the impact of scientific and technical innovation? Join the Institute for Advanced Learning and Research (IALR) for a summer internship supporting marketing and communications initiatives that highlight IALR’s mission of driving economic transformation. This internship offers hands-on experience creating engaging content, supporting promotional efforts, and communicating STEM-related activities to diverse audiences.

Requirements

• To be considered for the 2026 IALR Internship Program, applicants must meet ONE of the following criteria:
• Be a high school graduate (may be graduating Spring 2026) with plans to attend college in Fall 2026
• Be a current undergraduate or graduate student
• Be a recent college graduate (within the past 12 months)

Responsibilities

• Report on IALR activities and events, including STEM camps, research initiatives, and internship programs
• Assist with photography and videography for marketing and promotional use
• Support graphic design projects for digital and print materials
• Help produce social media content and assist with editorial calendars
• Support facility tours with a focus on STEM-related labs and programs
• Assist with technical and scientific writing
• Conduct research on technical journals and publications
• Complete additional marketing and communications projects as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: High school or GED