Paid Intern Social Media & Communications

Detroit Regional Chamber•Detroit, MI

11d•$15

About The Position

The Detroit Regional Chamber in Detroit, MI is seeking a part time Social Media & Communications Intern. This is a paid Internship offering $15.00 per hour. Flexible schedule of 15-20 hours per week. Join our team today as a Social Media & Communications intern. ABOUT DETROIT REGIONAL CHAMBER Detroit Regional Chamber has been in business for over a century and is one of the oldest, largest, and most respected chambers of commerce in the country. As the voice of business in the Southeast Michigan region, our mission is to create a business-friendly climate and valuable experiences for members. We lead a robust economic development strategy and meet with some of Michigan's most influential audiences at the Mackinac Policy Conference. Our nonprofit seeks to help local businesses thrive, and our employees are the best at helping us to reach that goal! We were named a Detroit Free Press Top Workplace six years (2019-2021, 2023-2025). In addition to an inclusive work environment, competitive wages, and a wide array of professional development opportunities, our employees work in the heart of downtown Detroit and play an active role in the resurgence of this great region. The Detroit Regional Chamber is seeking a dynamic and creative Intern, Social Media & Communications to join our Detroit Promise team. The ideal candidate will be passionate about social media management, content creation, and audience engagement. This role will support the Detroit Promise team by creating and managing digital content, enhancing brand presence, and engaging with our community through various social media platforms

Requirements

Working towards a college degree/recently graduated from a four-year program in communications, marketing, multimedia, or other related fields. (must provide portfolio)
Ability to multitask on multiple projects at once while maintaining attention to detail and responsiveness.
Ability to work quickly within tight deadlines.
Experience with social media platforms.
Experience in content creation and audience engagement.
Experience in Video Editing & Photography.
Intermediate skill level with Adobe Creative Cloud (Primary: InDesign, Photoshop and Illustrator) and Canva
Demonstrate social media creativity and adaptability to current events
Strong writing, creative and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

Create and publish engaging content across all Detroit Promise social media
Assist in developing strategies to increase social media followers and brand awareness
Engage followers by responding to comments and messages
Stay up to date on social media trends and emerging platforms
Participate in Detroit Promise events to promote the program and engage with the community
Implement/maintain Detroit Promise social media calendar
Create graphics for social media posts, email marketing campaigns and newsletters using Adobe Creative Suite and Canva
Design and produce banners for email campaigns to enhance visual appeal and engagement
Edit and enhance photos and videos to align with branding guidelines and ensure high quality
Maintain and organize the graphic/photo library
Assist in drafting and distributing external communications for Detroit Promise through social media
Attend Detroit Promise events, college tours and high school visits, write and post updates on social media about these activities
Assist in storytelling for the Detroit Promise Ambassadors through social media, helping craft and share their narratives