What are the responsibilities and job description for the Marketing Internship (Summer 2026) position at State of Nebraska?
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Hiring Agency
Health & Human Services - Agency 25
Location
Lincoln, NE
Hiring Rate
$15.000
Job Posting
JR2025-00021567 Marketing Internship (Summer 2026) (Evergreen) (Open)
Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed):
03-27-2026
Job Description
Are you a creative storyteller who loves writing, designing, and bringing ideas to life through content creation? The State of Nebraska Communications Team is seeking a Marketing Intern to assist with content creation, social media strategy, and public relations initiatives that help share our mission and connect with communities across the state.
This internship is a great opportunity for students studying Journalism, Communications, Marketing, or Public Relations who want hands-on experience in digital content creation, branding, and strategic communications.
Key Responsibilities
Application Deadline: March 27th 2026
Requirements / Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications: Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree program at an accredited college or university (two-to-four-year institution) OR recently graduated (within one year) from an undergraduate or graduate degree program at an accredited college or university (two-to-four-year institution).
Preferred Qualifications
Benefits
We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.
Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency and employment status. For more information on benefits, please visit: https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefits
Equal Opportunity Statement
The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex. age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.
Hiring Agency
Health & Human Services - Agency 25
Location
Lincoln, NE
Hiring Rate
$15.000
Job Posting
JR2025-00021567 Marketing Internship (Summer 2026) (Evergreen) (Open)
Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed):
03-27-2026
Job Description
Are you a creative storyteller who loves writing, designing, and bringing ideas to life through content creation? The State of Nebraska Communications Team is seeking a Marketing Intern to assist with content creation, social media strategy, and public relations initiatives that help share our mission and connect with communities across the state.
This internship is a great opportunity for students studying Journalism, Communications, Marketing, or Public Relations who want hands-on experience in digital content creation, branding, and strategic communications.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop creative content for social media, newsletters, and digital campaigns.
- Draft and edit communication materials including press releases, articles, talking points, and website copy. Design graphics and visual materials using Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, and Microsoft Office tools.
- Assist with media campaign strategy, monitoring engagement, and analyzing reach.
- Collaborate with the communications team to brainstorm and execute content strategies.
- Support video and photography projects as needed, with an emphasis on storytelling and message alignment.
- Ensure consistent branding and tone across platforms and communication materials.
Application Deadline: March 27th 2026
Requirements / Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications: Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree program at an accredited college or university (two-to-four-year institution) OR recently graduated (within one year) from an undergraduate or graduate degree program at an accredited college or university (two-to-four-year institution).
Preferred Qualifications
- Coursework or training in marketing, communications, or administrative support functions, including use of digital tools and office software. OR experience in writing, customer service, or public communications.
- Pursuing a degree in Journalism, Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, or a related field.
- Strong writing, editing, and storytelling skills.
- Experience or coursework in content creation, digital media, or public relations.
- Familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, and Microsoft Office.
- Understanding of social media platforms and audience engagement strategies.
- Ability to work collaboratively, meet deadlines, and manage multiple creative projects.
- Real-world experience developing and publishing creative content across multiple channels.
- Exposure to statewide marketing, media relations, and communication strategies.
- A portfolio of writing, design, and digital projects to showcase your skills.
- Mentorship and networking opportunities with communications professionals in public service.
Benefits
We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.
Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency and employment status. For more information on benefits, please visit: https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefits
Equal Opportunity Statement
The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex. age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.
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