Marketing & Community Relations Intern

Lincoln Airport Authority•Lincoln, NE

just now•$18 - $18•Onsite

About The Position

Join our team at the Lincoln Airport Authority as a Marketing & Community Relations Intern and help tell the story of Lincoln Airport! We’re looking for two enthusiastic, creative interns to support our Marketing & Community Relations team through year-long (or longer) internship opportunities. This role offers hands-on experience in marketing, communications, and community engagement within the aviation industry—perfect for students who want real-world experience in a fast-paced, public-facing organization. Interns will assist with a variety of projects that support airport communications, branding, and community outreach while gaining practical experience and professional mentorship. The Marketing and Community Relations Intern will gain knowledge of and experience with community outreach practices; learn and develop skills in event planning and communications, likely to include creative content planning, storyboard development, direction of video editing, social media content, and development of communications content.

Requirements

Good communication skills with the ability to think independently and creatively.
Prior social media experience is required.
Must have a working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
Basic knowledge of graphic design software and/or photography/videography experience.
Must speak with clarity, and read and write English fluently.
Must be enrolled in a college program during the internship, preferably studying marketing, advertising, journalism, public relations, or a related field.
Intern must be a sophomore entering their junior year, or a junior or senior in college in a related field, at the time of internship.
The employee is required to meet the essential functions, skills, abilities, etc., listed in this document.
The employee must be at least 18 years of age.
Successful completion of pre-employment reference check, drug screening, criminal history check, DMV check, and other requirements as per Lincoln Airport Authority policy.
Adherence to standards established in the LAA Employee Handbook, Policy Directives, Airport Rules and Regulations, Standard Operating Procedures, and all other established safety requirements applicable to the position is required.

Responsibilities

Develop social media posts and calendar.
Assist with event planning and execution for local events.
Perform website updates when applicable.
Complete a marketing/communication project over the summer that will be agreed upon by both the intern and the Director of Air Service Development and Strategic Marketing.
Assist in writing content for website, Strictly Business, and news stories.
Assist with video and photography projects needed by Lincoln Airport Authority.
Assist in the collection of customer feedback and analyzing data for customer surveys.
Attend applicable staff, stakeholder, and vendor meetings when available.
Reliable, punctual attendance is a crucial function of the position.
Other duties, tasks, and responsibilities may be assigned at any time.