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Description
As an Internal Communications Intern in Emory University’s Department of Communications and Marketing for Summer 2026, you’ll become part of a select intern cohort that will be immersed in the higher education communications experience. Your role will involve supporting our internal communications team through various projects, day-to-day operations, and offering your own fresh perspective. This unique internship experience isn't just about supporting day-to-day tasks; it's about immersing yourself in a collaborative environment, actively participating in campaigns with real-world implications and seizing professional development opportunities designed to empower your career ambitions.
Responsibilities:
- Work with a multi-disciplinary team of professionals, broadening your career perspective, and building your network.
- Collaborate across all stages of a project, from concept to completion.
- Gain project management experience by actively participating in and supporting key initiatives.
- Create a variety of communications products such as emails, flyers, or stories that are aligned to Emory’s mission.
- Enhance your skills in strategic communications, content creation, and editing while contributing to meaningful projects.
- Develop evaluation skills using quantitative and qualitative data related to employee communications.
- Strengthen leadership skills through the development of recommendations for departmental process improvements.
Qualifications:
- Available for 20 hours each week during the summer 2026 semester.
- Pursuing or recently completed a degree (B.S., B.A., M.A., or M.S.) with a GPA of 3.0 or above.
- Demonstrated excellence in writing and presenting.
- Strong relationship-building and client service skills.
- A detail-oriented and organized approach to tasks.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially PowerPoint, Excel, and Word.
- A positive and professional attitude.
- Experience with graphic design, project management, and content management software is a plus.
NOTE: Position tasks are generally required to be performed in-person at an Emory University location. Remote work from home day options may be granted at department discretion. Emory reserves the right to change remote work status with notice to employee
Additional Details
Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law. Emory University does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment, including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training. Students, faculty, and staff are assured of participation in university programs and in the use of facilities without such discrimination. Emory University complies with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veteran's Readjustment Assistance Act, and applicable executive orders, federal and state regulations regarding nondiscrimination, equal opportunity, and affirmative action (for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities). Inquiries regarding this policy should be directed to the Emory University Department of Equity and Civil Rights Compliance, 201 Dowman Drive, Administration Building, Atlanta, GA 30322. Telephone: 404-727-9867 (V) | 404-712-2049 (TDD).
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