Unpaid LSI Marketing Summer Internship

Job Description

Job Description

The LSI internship program trains and educates students looking to start a career in the human services or related field. We will work with your schedule and curriculum requirements to determine the best fit and provide an invaluable hands-on experience. LSI currently offers unpaid internships.

What We Do

Lutheran Services of Iowa is a social services nonprofit that is looking for a talented student to join our

team. You'll work with a team that enjoys working hard to meet goals and exceed expectations while

having fun along the way.

What You'll Do

The Marketing and Communications Intern will have the opportunity to build internal/external

relationships with agency and media partners. The intern will also gain experience with writing press

releases and client stories, creating and posting content for social media sites, assisting with special

events, creating promotional materials, and managing multiple projects. The ideal candidate will be

ready to jump in, eager to learn and grow, receive feedback, and engage with the team in a meaningful

way.

Marketing and Communications Duties and Responsibilities

▪ Write press releases and media pitches to promote events and attract attention for targeted

media.

▪ Conduct interviews and draft client stories to be used in marketing materials, for stakeholder

communications, and on the agency website and social media channels.

▪ Create social media posts and update agency channels including Facebook, Instagram, and

LinkedIn.

▪ Assist with photography needs, as needed.

▪ Support the marketing and communications team in creating collateral pieces.

▪ Assist with special events including the planning, promotion, and execution.

▪ Adhere to LSI brand and logo guidelines.

▪ Complete projects according to deadlines.

▪ Collaborate with the marketing director and communications coordinators.

What You'll Need

▪ Experience in or pursuing a degree in public relations, marketing, advertising, or a related field

▪ Strong communications skills, both written and verbal

▪ Basic skills in social media, photography, and graphic design

▪ Computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite. Familiarity with Adobe InDesign desired.

▪ Enjoys working closely with a team while also completing individual projects

How'll We'll Support You

▪ Work on a wide variety of projects for multiple internal and external clients

▪ Create materials that can be included in a professional portfolio

▪ Receive support, guidance and feedback from the director of the marketing department as well

as communications coordinators

▪ Gain experience in the nonprofit sector

▪ Join a team of eager young professionals led by a supportive director with years of creative

professional experience

▪ Flexible schedule

This position requires a valid driver's license, auto insurance, a good driving record and the ability to pass an extensive background check including checks of the Dependent Adult and Child Abuse registries, Sex Offender registry and a criminal history check.