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WiSys Technology Foundation Inc

MARKETING & COMMUNICATIONS INTERN

WiSys Technology Foundation Inc, Madison, Wisconsin, us, 53774


Description

Use your marketing and communications skills to make a difference for Wisconsin researchers, innovators and entrepreneurs. At WiSys, we help bring innovations from university labs to the marketplace through intellectual property protection, research & development support, and grant programs.

This role will work to share important company news, promote WiSys programs and services and tell stories that engage the best and brightest working and learning in the Universities of Wisconsin throughout the state.

WiSys is a small organization and offers you an opportunity to gain a wide range of experiences that can be aligned with your interests. Examples of main responsibilities include:Creating promotional materials about WiSys and WiSys eventsWriting articles and press releasesCrafting social media posts on LinkedIn, Facebook, X (Twitter), and InstagramEmail marketingAssisting with other efforts, such as event planning, as neededInternship Details

We are seeking a student to start in the summer and continue through the next academic year. The intern would be able to work up to 15 hours per week during the semester and up to 30 hours per week during the summer, between Monday through Friday and 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. Hours are flexible to ensure the student's education remains a top priority. The rate for this position is $18 per hour. This position may be done remotely or from our offices located at 614 Walnut Street in Madison, Wisconsin.

About Us

WiSys is a nonprofit organization that works with faculty, staff, students and alumni of the Universities of Wisconsin to facilitate cutting-edge research programs, develop and commercialize discoveries and foster a spirit of innovative and entrepreneurial thinking across the state.

WiSys promotes and supports an inclusive and diverse environment.

Requirements

The ideal candidate will be a student majoring in journalism, marketing, communications, graphic design or creative arts, and/or possess some of the following skills:

Writing and editing experienceExperience using the Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, etc.)Use of social media to promote and communicateAbility to edit photos and videosKnowledge of AP StyleExperience updating websitesAttention to detail and ability to meet deadlines

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