Photography and Social Media Intern

Xylem•Columbia, WA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Xylem is a Fortune 500 global water solutions company dedicated to advancing sustainable impact and empowering the people who make water work every day. As a leading water technology company with 23,000 employees operating in over 150 countries, Xylem is at the forefront of addressing the world's most critical water challenges. We invite passionate individuals to join our team, dedicated to exceeding customer expectations through innovative and sustainable solutions. We 're Hiring a Photography and Social Media Intern for our Reservoir Center in Washington, DC! A successful candidate will have the following experience and qualifications. Currently enrolled in a college or university, with coursework or experience in photography, communications, marketing, or related fields Interest in photography, visual storytelling, and social media Basic photography skills and experience with DSLR or mirrorless cameras Familiarity with Adobe Lightroom and/or Photoshop Experience with short-form video and basic video editing tools Ability to work on-site during scheduled events, with flexibility around course schedule. Events occur both during the regular workday (9am to 5pm) and evenings. Portfolio, class projects, or sample work Join the global Xylem team to be a part of innovative technology solutions transforming water usage, conservation, and re-use. Our products impact public utilities, industrial sectors, residential areas, and commercial buildings, with a commitment to providing smart metering, network technologies, and advanced analytics for water, electric, and gas utilities. Partner with us in creating a world where water challenges are met with ingenuity and dedication; where we recognize the power of inclusion and belonging in driving innovation and allowing us to compete more effectively around the world. At Xylem, you'll not only contribute to solving water issues but also have the chance to make a difference through our paid Volunteer Program, Xylem Watermark. We prioritize our employees' well-being through inclusion and belonging as well as our Employee Resource Groups (ERG). Proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (including disability and veterans) and Affirmative Action workplace, Xylem fosters an inclusive environment free from discrimination or harassment. Please note that the information in this job description outlines the general nature of the position and is not an exhaustive list of duties. Xylem is dedicated to providing reasonable accommodations to enable all employees to perform their essential job functions. We reserve the right to modify this job description and assign additional duties as needed. Embrace the opportunity to be part of Xylem's transformative journey in shaping the future of water technology! #XylemCareers #GlobalImpact #WaterInnovation

Requirements

Currently enrolled in a college or university, with coursework or experience in photography, communications, marketing, or related fields
Interest in photography, visual storytelling, and social media
Basic photography skills and experience with DSLR or mirrorless cameras
Familiarity with Adobe Lightroom and/or Photoshop
Experience with short-form video and basic video editing tools
Ability to work on-site during scheduled events, with flexibility around course schedule. Events occur both during the regular workday (9am to 5pm) and evenings.
Strong attention to detail
Reliable and punctual for scheduled events
Comfortable working in a corporate environment
Microsoft Office Suite
Able to take direction and incorporate feedback
Professional, collaborative, and eager to learn

Responsibilities

Photograph on-site meetings, events, and programs
Capture candid, detail, and spatial shots for social media and archival use
Edit and retouch photos using Adobe Lightroom and/or Photoshop
Organize and deliver final image selections in a timely manner
Capture real-time and post-event content for social media use
Assist with formatting and preparing content for platforms such as Instagram and LinkedIn
Assist in the creation of video content for platforms such as Instagram Reels
Support content planning around key events and programs
Help maintain visual consistency with organizational branding
Assist with short-form video capture for stories or recap content (as needed)
Participate in creative brainstorming and post-event debriefs
Stay aware of social media and visual content trends related to events and professional organizations