Communications Intern in Indianapolis, Indiana

Communications Intern

Summary

Title:Communications Intern

ID:1717

Location:Indianapolis, IN

Department:Marketing

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Description

COMMUNICATIONS INTERN

Job Description

ACADEMIC CREDIT

If the intern wishes to receive academic credit for the internship, it will be the intern’s responsibility to make arrangements with his or her school.

STATUS

Paid; Part-Time, 15 to 30 hours per week – time commitment may vary according to the intern’s arrangement and request. In-person/Hybrid.

REPORTS TO

The Communications Intern reports to the Manager of Communications and Marketing and will work in conjunction with the Digital Communications Specialist, Safety Specialist and Corporate Communications Specialist

POSITION SUMMARY

This internship will assist with all marketing communications efforts of Miller Pipeline and Otis Minnesota Services including communications, some marketing, writing, content creation, and event planning. Dependent upon the internship duration, the intern will assist in various projects, initiatives, and events for Miller Pipeline’s and OMS’ Marketing Communications Department. The intern will receive industry experience based on the outcomes they hope to achieve from this position.

Responsibilities may include:

• drafting email blasts, communication letters, bulletins, marketing materials, and editorial copy

• organize company events

• preparing and sending correspondence both internally and externally

• writing, preparing, and manipulating documents, presentations, and spreadsheets

• assisting in research, planning, and administrative duties of company events

• printing certificates, labels, and materials

• assisting with executive support duties including sponsorships, philanthropy, and projects

• assisting with social media efforts such as content creation and images

• helping with video editing for marketing platforms and materials

• other projects within the realm of marketing communications

WHAT YOU WILL GAIN

• Solid business experience

• The opportunity to gain experience to meet your academic and career needs

• The opportunity to interact with other professionals in the business world

• A great professional recommendation for your valuable work

• Knowledge that you are making an effort towards your career

• Content to add to your personal website or portfolio

EXPECTATIONS

Interns are expected to be fully engaged and productive while working for Miller Pipeline/OMS. In order to fully take advantage of the internship, being productive will enhance your skills, teach you how to manage your projects, and give you more insight into a real-world working experience. As a business intern, you represent Miller Pipeline and Otis Minnesota as an employee.

SKILLS NEEDED

• Must be a current university student seeking a Communications/Marketing degree or similar

• Knowledge of Canva and Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, InDesign, Premiere) and social media platforms

• Excellent written, verbal, and visual communication skills required

• Strong organizational and time management skills

• Social Media experience

• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines

• Must be self-sufficient, a self-starter, and ready to learn

• Willingness and ability to contact and work with employees and vendors

• Ability to think creatively and to share ideas

• Ability to take direction and execute accordingly

• Video editing skills are a plus

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

This position requires sitting for extended periods of time while on the computer, phone and might include some travel that will be covered.