Communications and Marketing Intern

and the job listing Expires on April 2, 2026

MSU Human Resources is seeking a Communications and Marketing Intern. The start date is flexible and can be anytime between summer 2026 and the start of the fall semester of the  academic year. The role would continue through the end of the academic year. This is a remote-friendly position with an hourly schedule. The option to work on-site may be arranged if desired.

The intern will be key in helping to market MSU Human Resources to the university community. MSU HR’s main audiences are our MSU employees (including faculty and support staff), retirees, and prospective employees. This individual would write articles for the HR Source Live blog, update social media (Facebook, Linked In, and X), assist with graphics and marketing pieces, and other communication-related duties as assigned.

The communications intern will gain experience in:

• Writing and editing content for print, web, and social media on various HR topics, including but not limited to:
  • Employee benefits
  • Professional and personal development opportunities
  • Employee awards, service and retirement recognition programs
  • University resources
• Compiling social media analytics and making suggestions for improvement
• Assist with creating social media graphics, presentations and other communication materials for MSU HR
• The basics of website content management by learning HR’s content management system (CMS) and making simple website updates and edits to the HR website

This is a paid internship, and the candidate should be willing to work 12-15 hours per week (scheduled within 8-5, M-F). We are willing to consider credit or non-credit approaches. The intern will be issued a laptop by MSU Human Resources. They will need to be able to visit the Human Resources office on campus to pick up the laptop upon starting and again to return the laptop upon completion of the internship.

• Reliable internet connection
• Excellent writing skills
• Friendly personality with effective verbal communication skills
• Ability to prioritize/balance multiple projects simultaneously
• Ability to work independently in a remote capacity with varying deadlines

• AP-style and blog writing skills
• Experience with popular blog or website platforms such as Sitecore or Word Press
• Experience using business social media accounts, such as Facebook, X, Instagram, Linked In, etc.
• Experience with Adobe design programs, such as Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, etc.
• Experience with presentations, such as PowerPoint, Google Slides, etc.
• Experience with marketing communications and/or public relations

Email your resume, cover letter and two work samples (at least one must be a writing sample) to Chelsey Fether, Communications Manager at fetherch by Friday, April 1. Selected candidates will be asked to join 1-2 virtual meetings with the HR Communications team to discuss the position further.