Communications Internship with Utah Department of Heritage & Arts (PAID)

The Utah Division of Arts & Museums (UA&M) seeks a dynamic self-starter to assist the Communications Manager in implementing organizational communications and marketing strategies. The Communications Intern will work independently and with a team to fulfill organizational goals and initiatives in fulfilling the division’s mission of connecting the people and communities of Utah through arts and museums.

 Excellent written and oral communication and interpersonal skills

 Firm grasp of social media tools and platforms including Facebook, Instagram, etc.

 Completed or working toward a college degree (junior or senior) in a related field (e.g., English, marketing/communications, advertising, or public relations)

 Previous internship or related experience in marketing or communications a plus

 Understanding of the basic principles of public relations and/or marketing

 Computer literate (proficiency with word processing, PowerPoint, Excel; knowledge of WordPress and/or Adobe Creative Cloud products a plus)

 Genuine enthusiasm for helping create compelling marketing materials for UA&M

 Demonstrated initiative, creativity, and good time-management skills

 Ability to work well both independently and as part of a team

 Update and maintain UA&M social media presence, including daily monitoring, posting, scheduling, and reviewing analytics

 Help plan, write, and manage e-newsletters as assigned

 Update website using WordPress as assigned

 Provide input for creative marketing strategies and social media campaigns

 Design event/program fliers, graphics, and other marketing material as assigned

 Create online and print materials as assigned

 Collaborate with staff on new ideas, directions, and tools for marketing and communications

 Other duties as assigned

Start Date: January 2021

Duration: Minimum of one semester, with possible extension

Hours: 20-25 hours/week, including weekly planning meeting with supervisor

Compensation: $15/hour, non-benefited

Application Deadline: December 18

To Apply: Please send a cover letter, résumé, and work samples to:

Alyssa Hickman Grove, UA&M Communications Manager / agrove@utah.gov