Elmhurst, IL – Summer Marketing & Communications Intern

City of Elmhurst

Employment Opportunity

SUMMER MARKETING & COMMUNICATIONS INTERN

This position is designed to offer undergraduate or graduate students the opportunity to perform a variety of entry level professional administrative work, research, analysis, and project design work in support of the City Manager’s office, Office of Communications. Assignments and projects will involve assistance with the written and visual communications function, the City’s visitor and tourism marketing and promotion efforts, and a balance of administrative and operational responsibilities.

The intern will gain exposure to local government through interaction in the City Manager’s office and with various departments. The duties and responsibilities of the Marketing & Communications Intern are designed to prepare the incumbent for a successful career in the public relations and marketing field.

• Must be currently enrolled in a bachelor’s or master’s program in public relations, communications, marketing or a closely related undergraduate or graduate degree program.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Highly creative individual who has excelled in designing visuals to support communication campaigns.
• Must have a flexible schedule with ability to work outside of business hours based on project needs.
• Knowledge of:
  • Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point and related applications.
  • digital marketing platforms, including social media (Facebook, Instagram, Linked In, You Tube), website content management systems, and email marketing software.
  • video recording and editing using a smartphone or DSLR camera.
  • Adobe Creative Suite and Canva.
  • basic practices and principles of public relations.
• Skill in:
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to organize, direct and coordinate projects and meetings.
  • Working independently with guidance to accomplish assignments.
  • Ability to create the visuals needed to support a campaign/project.
  • Ability to handle confidential information in a sensitive manner.
  • Ability to handle multiple demands and competing priorities.
  • Ability to communicate in an effective, professional manner, both written and oral.
  • Ability to work independently after receiving initial guidance and as part of a team.
  • Possesses strong creativity, graphic design ability, good organizational skills and is detail-oriented.
  • Ability to meet and deal tactfully with the general public, elected officials, vendors, employees and citizens.
  • Working collaboratively to accomplish assignments.
  • Expressing complex facts and ideas clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, in a professional and technical manner.

The Summer Marketing and Communications Intern is a temporary, seasonal position, scheduled up to 19 hours per week.

$19.00 per hour

Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter /jobs and employment offers are subject to the successful completion of a background check, drug screen, and physical. Position is open until filled.

The City of Elmhurst is an Equal Opportunity Employer