Pennsylvania State University
Marketing/Communications Specialist - Part Time
Pennsylvania State University, University Park, Pennsylvania, United States, 16802
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process (https://pennstateoffice365.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/KnowledgeBaseArticlesSharing/EfiwgKReZ4VAjprFZPKWUm0Bq_sU3KzTmERfpryq0esPKQ) . Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.
CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please login to Workday to complete the student application process. (https://pennstateoffice365.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/KnowledgeBaseArticlesSharing/Eeys15Xva4hFokHVtbP1eGIB5i1WFLc-J3k9KHgrFYZ7mg) Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.
If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click “Apply” and complete the application process for external applicants (https://hr.psu.edu/sites/hr/files/Application_Process_for_External_Applications_Non-Penn_State_Employees_.pdf) .
Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants (https://hr.psu.edu/current-employee/flexible-work-arrangements/out-of-state-notice?utm_source=workday&utm_medium=req&utm_campaign=Oct23&utm_id=out-of-state) .
JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
The Penn State Intern Pipeline Links to Navy Engineering (a.k.a. PIPELINE) Program is seeking a student intern to fill a marketing communications position to help support the promotion of New Research Opportunities, Current Faculty Collaborators, and Engineering Student Interns. This is a paid position and the student intern will be asked to work approximately 10-15 hours per week. The student will work primarily remotely and be expected to join Zoom meetings with the PIPELINE team and work in the Microsoft Office 365 Teams environment. Occasionally, the student will be required to meet in-person with students and faculty at the University Park campus.
The intern's primary responsibilities will include: writing, editing, and curating content for a variety of materials, including news releases, publications, social media, honors and awards, and a website. Other duties may include, but are not limited to, working to plan social media content, scheduling social media posts, designing/creating promotional materials, and executing communication plans. Additionally, the intern will be expected to meet weekly and provide creative content and design guidance for a team of undergraduate engineering students tasked with creating PIPELINE awards through the Penn State Learning Factory.
The ideal candidate should have experience writing for different purposes and audiences (such as news, business, creative) and possess excellent writing and editing skills. In addition, an interest in marketing communications, social media, and advertising is desired. Proficiency working in Microsoft Office 365 software applications is required. Other skills and interests, such as experience working with graphics, photography, and video are welcomed, but not required.
The intern must demonstrate excellent attention to detail and time management skills, be organized, and self-directed to work remotely. The internship is open to students majoring in advertising/PR, communications, English, marketing, or related fields.
This paid internship is for fall 2024 and spring 2025 with potential to continue into summer 2025. To be considered, applicants must submit a cover letter, resume, and links to three samples of writing/communications and/or other creative projects. Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.
Due to grant requirements, applicants must be U.S. citizens.
Sample Work Activities:
Create marketing and/or promotional communications that may include print, electronic, social media, new/emerging media, and other collateral that is in accordance with the approved strategic marketing plan and objectives
Contribute to content for fact sheets, brochures, articles, newsletters, and other internal or external communications
Execute internal and external communications campaigns through multi-channel dissemination
Strengthen brand through content creation, preparation, and dissemination
Edit and proofread publications, including website, advertisements, articles, brochures, etc.
Prepare creative briefs for concept development and creative expression
Assist in delivering presentations to internal and external clients
Ensure brand guidelines and standards are met
Assist with the planning and implementation of events
Assist in the planning of marketing and/or communications strategy
May monitor news and media presence
May participate in the design and/or editing of digital content, graphics, animation, photography, illustrations, and other multimedia visualization and imaging products
May design and develop content style and layout
The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and sustainability in all of its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness, foster a culture of inclusion that supports both broad and specific diversity initiatives, leverage the educational and institutional benefits of diversity in society and nature, and engage all individuals to help them thrive. We value inclusion as a core strength and an essential element of our public service mission.
CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS:
Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here (https://police.psu.edu/annual-security-reports) .
Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.
EEO IS THE LAW
Penn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.
Federal Contractors Labor Law Poster (https://affirmativeaction.psu.edu/files/2022/01/Federal-Contractors-Labor-Law-Poster.pdf)
PA State Labor Law Poster
Affirmative Action (https://policy.psu.edu/policies/hr11)
Penn State Policies
Copyright Information (https://www.psu.edu/copyright-information)
Hotlines
University Park, PA
CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process (https://pennstateoffice365.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/KnowledgeBaseArticlesSharing/EfiwgKReZ4VAjprFZPKWUm0Bq_sU3KzTmERfpryq0esPKQ) . Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.
CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please login to Workday to complete the student application process. (https://pennstateoffice365.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/KnowledgeBaseArticlesSharing/Eeys15Xva4hFokHVtbP1eGIB5i1WFLc-J3k9KHgrFYZ7mg) Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.
If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click “Apply” and complete the application process for external applicants (https://hr.psu.edu/sites/hr/files/Application_Process_for_External_Applications_Non-Penn_State_Employees_.pdf) .
Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants (https://hr.psu.edu/current-employee/flexible-work-arrangements/out-of-state-notice?utm_source=workday&utm_medium=req&utm_campaign=Oct23&utm_id=out-of-state) .
JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
The Penn State Intern Pipeline Links to Navy Engineering (a.k.a. PIPELINE) Program is seeking a student intern to fill a marketing communications position to help support the promotion of New Research Opportunities, Current Faculty Collaborators, and Engineering Student Interns. This is a paid position and the student intern will be asked to work approximately 10-15 hours per week. The student will work primarily remotely and be expected to join Zoom meetings with the PIPELINE team and work in the Microsoft Office 365 Teams environment. Occasionally, the student will be required to meet in-person with students and faculty at the University Park campus.
The intern's primary responsibilities will include: writing, editing, and curating content for a variety of materials, including news releases, publications, social media, honors and awards, and a website. Other duties may include, but are not limited to, working to plan social media content, scheduling social media posts, designing/creating promotional materials, and executing communication plans. Additionally, the intern will be expected to meet weekly and provide creative content and design guidance for a team of undergraduate engineering students tasked with creating PIPELINE awards through the Penn State Learning Factory.
The ideal candidate should have experience writing for different purposes and audiences (such as news, business, creative) and possess excellent writing and editing skills. In addition, an interest in marketing communications, social media, and advertising is desired. Proficiency working in Microsoft Office 365 software applications is required. Other skills and interests, such as experience working with graphics, photography, and video are welcomed, but not required.
The intern must demonstrate excellent attention to detail and time management skills, be organized, and self-directed to work remotely. The internship is open to students majoring in advertising/PR, communications, English, marketing, or related fields.
This paid internship is for fall 2024 and spring 2025 with potential to continue into summer 2025. To be considered, applicants must submit a cover letter, resume, and links to three samples of writing/communications and/or other creative projects. Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.
Due to grant requirements, applicants must be U.S. citizens.
Sample Work Activities:
Create marketing and/or promotional communications that may include print, electronic, social media, new/emerging media, and other collateral that is in accordance with the approved strategic marketing plan and objectives
Contribute to content for fact sheets, brochures, articles, newsletters, and other internal or external communications
Execute internal and external communications campaigns through multi-channel dissemination
Strengthen brand through content creation, preparation, and dissemination
Edit and proofread publications, including website, advertisements, articles, brochures, etc.
Prepare creative briefs for concept development and creative expression
Assist in delivering presentations to internal and external clients
Ensure brand guidelines and standards are met
Assist with the planning and implementation of events
Assist in the planning of marketing and/or communications strategy
May monitor news and media presence
May participate in the design and/or editing of digital content, graphics, animation, photography, illustrations, and other multimedia visualization and imaging products
May design and develop content style and layout
The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and sustainability in all of its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness, foster a culture of inclusion that supports both broad and specific diversity initiatives, leverage the educational and institutional benefits of diversity in society and nature, and engage all individuals to help them thrive. We value inclusion as a core strength and an essential element of our public service mission.
CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS:
Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here (https://police.psu.edu/annual-security-reports) .
Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.
EEO IS THE LAW
Penn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.
Federal Contractors Labor Law Poster (https://affirmativeaction.psu.edu/files/2022/01/Federal-Contractors-Labor-Law-Poster.pdf)
PA State Labor Law Poster
Affirmative Action (https://policy.psu.edu/policies/hr11)
Penn State Policies
Copyright Information (https://www.psu.edu/copyright-information)
Hotlines
University Park, PA