About the role#
The Justice Center for the Protection of People with Special Needs is looking for an undergraduate student to join the Office of Communications. This internship provides hands-on experience in digital content management and marketing. You will work directly with the Director of Digital Content to support the agency's digital presence.
What you'll do#
- Write and publish digital content such as emails, videos, blog posts, and social media updates.
- Help the team brainstorm new content ideas.
- Maintain the organization website by updating news, event information, and product details.
- Manage social media profiles to ensure consistent and engaging content.
- Assist with the creation and execution of digital marketing campaigns.
- Research online opportunities and track campaign metrics to report on trends.
- Support email marketing efforts through design, distribution, and performance analysis.
- Maintain brand consistency across all digital channels.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment as an undergraduate student.
- Academic focus in Communications, Marketing, Graphic Design, or a related field.
- Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
- Creativity, attention to detail, and clear communication skills.
- Familiarity with HTML/CSS and Adobe Creative Suite is preferred.
- Prior experience in marketing, communications, or digital media is a plus.
Location & details#
- This role is located in Delmar, New York.
- This is a part-time position requiring 18.75 hours per week.
- The work schedule is Monday through Friday.
- This is a paid internship position.
About New York State
New York State operates as a government administration entity. It manages public services and policy implementation across the region. The organization maintains its primary office at 123 William Street in New York. It employs over 4,000 staff members to carry out its administrative functions.
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