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As a Communications Intern, you will play a key role in supporting the development and execution of The Chicago School’s internal and executive-level communication strategies.
This internship provides an exciting opportunity to gain hands-on experience in various aspects of higher education communication, including faculty newsletters, university news stories, and Presidential presentations.
This is a fully remote role. Interns are expected to work approximately 35 hours per week for the full duration of the internship program (June 10 – August 16, 2024).
About the Internship
In partnership with The Community Solution, our 10-week internship program offers students real-world experience working for an innovative organization within higher education. Interns are given the opportunity to build experience, gain exposure, and make a valuable impact on our organization.
For more information on the internship program, visit https://www.tcsedsystem.edu/careers/internships/
For more information on the internship program, visit https://www.tcsedsystem.edu/careers/internships/
Core Responsibilities
- Lead interviews and story drafting for university news updates on topics such as welcoming new leadership team members, launches of new academic programs, and profiles of innovative examples of faculty scholarship.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather information and contribute to the development of communication materials.
- Conduct research into university-specific and industry-wide trends to inform development of communications materials.
- Copyedit drafted communications deliverables.
- Other responsibilities, as needed.
Qualifications
- Currently pursuing an undergraduate degree in communications, journalism, higher education leadership, or a similar field.
- Demonstrated interest in higher education administration, operations, or strategy.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with an ability to synthesize key takeaways for executive-level stakeholders.
- Strong project management skills, with an ability to work independently to carry a project from idea to deliverable.
- Detail-oriented with excellent organizational abilities.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.
About the Chicago School
This intern will be allocated to support The Chicago School. The Chicago School educates the next generation of change-makers in innovative theory and culturally competent practice to strengthen the integrated health of individuals, organizations, and communities. We enroll over 6,000 students across 40+ academic programs culminating in a bachelor's, master's, or doctoral degree or a professional certificate, and our unique approach to impact-focused education has made us a leading nonprofit university for more than 40 years.
As an intern at The Chicago School, you can become a member of a university community committed to true inclusion and equity. At The Chicago School, we celebrate individuals of all backgrounds and identities for who they are and what they can contribute. We take pride in hiring and retaining the most dynamic, talented, and passionate professionals who will help us continue to innovate for decades to come.
Compensation & Benefits
This opportunity is budgeted at $20.00 base compensation. Additional compensation factors may impact total compensation. To learn more about our competitive benefits and additional rewards, including generous paid time-off, medical and dental insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, retirement plan with employer contribution, multiple flexible spending accounts, tuition reimbursement, click the link below. https://www.tcsedsystem.edu/careers/
The Community Solution is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
