Public Engagement Intern

Wsb • Minneapolis, MN

162d

About The Position

WSB is looking for an energetic, detail-oriented Public Engagement Intern. This role is ideal for someone who is customer-service oriented and has a passion for public engagement and strategic communications.

Requirements

• Strong written and verbal communications, familiarity with AP style writing.
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with people, especially those with a different background, experience, and culture.
• A customer-service-oriented, a can-do attitude, attentive to deadlines and team-first philosophy.
• Ability to collaborate on the implementation of community advocacy, community relations, marketing, event planning, and public engagement strategies.
• Knowledge of engagement and communications strategies with sensitivity to cultural diversity.
• Able to effectively resolve conflict situations.
• Able to think strategically, analyze issues, and make sound decisions based on community and cultural standards.
• Valid driver's license with clean driving record.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree or in-pursuit, with degree in communications, public affairs, political science, marketing, communications or related field preferred.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office is preferred.
• Multi-lingual is preferred.
• Writing sample required with application.

Responsibilities

• Assist staff with planning and coordination of client and project communications, outreach, and public engagement activities.
• Coordinate, organize, and facilitate formal and informal meetings, workshops, open houses, and other community events.
• Coordinate marketing materials, and gather data/research as needed.
• Write and help design social media copy and digital campaigns.
• Assist with message and multi-media copy development including web copy, media advisories, newsletters, and other project related communication.
• Perform daily media monitoring, tracking, and reporting.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Company paid short- and long-term disability
• 401K with match
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement
• Opportunities for professional growth and development

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Industry: Credit Intermediation and Related Activities
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree