Scheduled Hours

20

Position Summary

Throughout the course of the internship, will become involved in holistic approaches to community development while working on neighborhood marketing, and assisting our project managers to build our organizational capacity with our online and social media presence. To have a full internship experience, the Communications and Marketing Intern will undertake a diverse role, actively participating in both communications/marketing activities and community development initiatives. This internship provides a holistic experience, allowing the intern to develop skills in both communications/marketing and community development for a well-rounded professional growth opportunity.

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

This position may require evening and weekend attendance. The successful candidate must be willing to commit to at least six months. 

Projects

Under the direction of the intern program director and other organizational staff you’ll lead and implement the following projects: 

• Annual Reports & monthly neighborhood newsletter 
• Execute social media strategy 
• Manage websites 
• Track and analyze marketing metrics
• Craft communication materials for effective stakeholder engagement 
• Support neighborhood events and public relations 
• Assist & implement standards of graphic design 

Various Holistic Approaches

Under the direction of WUMC Staff, assist in the holistic approach to community development, which includes: 

• Event Tracking 
• Safety and Security Initiatives 
• Forest West Property Inventory 
• Video Editing 
• Live Near Your Work Program 
• Other (as needed) related duties 

Under the direction of WUMC and CWE NSI staff, assist in a holistic approach to enhancing neighborhood safety awareness, which includes: 

• Social media posts regarding safety events and tips 
•  Designing annual and periodic reports for the CWE NSI 

Additional Responsibilities

• Assist Community Development Managers in implementing and coordination human and social service programs in our service area
• Assist staff in providing technical assistance to stakeholders in our service area. Create and maintain annual reports on overall projects and activities in our service area

Application Special Instructions

• Please attach/send your resume, cover letter, and a sample of your work to Samuel Odoom, no later than Friday, July 4, 2025.
• For questions, please call Samuel Odoom at (314) 747‐2333 or email [email protected].

Working Conditions:
Job Location/Working Conditions

• Normal office environment

• Ability to travel to various on- and off-campus locations

Physical Effort

• Typically working at desk or table

Equipment

• Office equipment

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.

Required Qualifications

Education:

A diploma, certification or degree is not required.

Certifications:

No specific certification is required for this position.

Work Experience:

No specific work experience is required for this position.

Skills:

Not Applicable

Driver's License:

A driver's license is not required for this position.

More About This Job

Please visit our website.

This position may require evening and weekend attendance. The successful candidate must be willing to commit to at least six months. 

Required Qualifications:

• Applicants should have a background in social media management and marketing, media studies, public relations or any other related field.

Preferred Qualifications:

The preferred candidate will have completed a minimum of 60 hours toward a degree in marketing, public relations, or related field and the following skills:

• Communication (verbal and written).
• Excellent time management.
• Creativity and design awareness.
• Social media savviness.
• Critical thinking.
• Possesses research skills and is highly analytical.
• Strict attention to detail.
• Self-direction and the ability to take initiative.
• Experience with and working knowledge of the following programs: Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office Suite, Wordpress and social media platform.

Preferred Qualifications

Education:

High school diploma or equivalent high school certification or combination of education and/or experience

Certifications:

No additional certification beyond what is stated in the Required Qualifications section.

Work Experience:

No additional work experience beyond what is stated in the Required Qualifications section.

Skills:

Interpersonal Communication, Microsoft Office, Oral Communications, Organizational Savvy, Time Management, Workload Prioritization, Written Communication

Grade

G00-H

Questions

For frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to our External Applicant FAQ.

Accommodation

If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email [email protected] or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.

All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.

Pre-Employment Screening

All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

EEO Statement

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity and especially encourages applications by those from underrepresented groups. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

Washington University is dedicated to building a community of individuals who are committed to contributing to an inclusive environment – fostering respect for all and welcoming individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. Individuals with a commitment to these values are encouraged to apply.