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Marketing and Communications Intern Fall 2021 (Remote)

Internship Description:
Are you hungry for the opportunity to completely take charge of an organization's communications—from social media to marketing materials to event promotion? Delve into the professional marketing world with the Iowa International Center and spearhead projects that will bring name recognition to the organization and increase our community presence. We're looking for a creative individual able to think strategically to meet our communications goals. Apply today to jump fully into the professional communications world with our nonprofit!
Benefits & Opportunities
· Gain real-world work experience and develop/enhance skills in the areas of marketing, project management, research, problem solving and interpersonal communication
· Increase knowledge and appreciation of other countries and cultures
· Receive academic credit (pending your advisor’s approval)
 
Responsibilities:
·   Promote Iowa International Center events and programs on community calendars
·   Assist with creating and distributing posters and flyers for monthly Dialogue events
·   Assist with monthly e-newsletter - including editing, emailing, and print format development
·   Update iowainternationalcenter.org and welcometoiowa.org calendars with free and relevant community events, as well as ongoing IIC events
·   Assist with social media including planning, scheduling posts, content review, promotion, graphic development, etc.
·   Assist with grant and donor prospect research, proposal writing and editing
·   Assist in writing press releases for events and programs
·   Update websites and track changes on a weekly basis to ensure content is current
·   Assist with content development and design of general marketing materials
·   Assist with event management including set up, hosting guests, videotaping and post-event video production
Qualifications:
· College student or recent graduate seeking professional experience and/or academic internship credit
· Background in any of the following (but not limited to): business, communications, marketing, management, information technology, or international relations. Those seeking experience in non-profit development and fundraising may also find additional opportunities to research grants and other funding opportunities as time allows.
· Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including strong interpersonal skills
· Ability to be self-directed and work independently while also working as part of a team
· Ability to handle multiple tasks, set priorities and deadlines, and maintain accurate records
· Problem solving skills, including the ability to resolve conflicts and recommend an appropriate course of action
· Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel required); knowledge of databases (FileMaker Pro and Salesforce), as well as desktop publishing and graphics software (Microsoft Publisher and Adobe Photoshop) a plus