Marketing Communications Intern

Portage Learning • Chippewa Township, PA

11d • Onsite

About The Position

The Marketing Communications Intern is a full-time summer internship focused primarily on developing content for the Portage Learning blog and assisting with other content creation. The intern collaborates with the Copy Writer, Senior Manager of Communications, and other staff members. The role also includes weekly professional development sessions with the summer internship cohort.

The position is based at the office in Chippewa Township, Pennsylvania, where staff attend required meetings and training. Portage Learning generally operates Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.; employee schedules may vary within those hours. Travel outside the office is not required, though local business-day travel and occasional weekend travel may occur.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States. The organization cannot sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing an undergraduate degree in Communications, Marketing, English, or a related field.
• Successfully complete a background check and possess or be able to obtain Child Abuse, State Police, and FBI Fingerprinting clearances.
• Be authorized to work for any employer in the United States; visa sponsorship is not available.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with and ability to use social media platforms such as LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram.
• Ability to use technology for cross-department collaboration.
• Ability to multitask, set priorities, and achieve goals.
• Excellent written, verbal, listening, and public-speaking skills.
• Ability to use Microsoft Office Suite.
• Service-oriented approach with a focus on helping others.

Responsibilities

• Research topics for potential use in blogs.
• Write blog posts on a variety of topics to support SEO.
• Conduct interviews with students and school personnel.
• Collaborate with staff members to write and edit promotional materials.
• Create general content.
• Participate in weekly professional development sessions with the summer internship cohort.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Professional development and career progression opportunities.
• Higher education assistance program.
• Accommodation during the application and hiring process for applicants with disabilities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed