Library Communications Internship

General PurposeThe Fletcher Free Library seeks a creative and detail-oriented intern to help in the development of promotional materials, press releases, social media, and program marketing. The intern will work directly with the Development Manager and Communications Team and may support other library department needs. This intern will work independently and have a check-in meeting with library staff once a week, in person or by Zoom.Learning OutcomesStrengthen ability to communicate effectively with diverse audiencesDevelop confidence in writing and editing professional content for public distribution.Grow skills in graphic design and visual storytelling.Develop project management skills and ability to work in a professional team environment. Build a professional portfolio of written and digital work.Union Affiliation: Non-UnionPay Grade: Unpaid, for possible academic creditRemote Tier 3: Internship can be fully remote.Essential Job FunctionsCreate graphics and promotional materials such as posters & flyers following the library’s branding guidelinesHelp with digital marketing for social media platforms and the library’s website using CanvaDistribution of promotional materialsWriting press releasesSpecial projects for the libraryQualifications/Basic Job RequirementsAbility to actively support City diversity, equity, and cultural competency efforts within stated job responsibilities and work effectively across diverse cultures and constituencies.Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion as evidenced by ongoing trainings and professional development. To complete this unpaid internship, you must be a current student in a college or university and will be an active student during the duration of the internship.Detail-oriented with ability to work well in a collaborative environmentMust be creative, self-sufficient, responsible, and organizedMust have strong visual design and writing skillsPrior experience using Adobe products and/or Canva preferableAdditional InformationPromoting a culture that reveres diversity and equity.The City of Burlington is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we are strongly committed to creating a dynamic and equitable work-force that mirrors the population and world that we serve. We do not discriminate on the basis of political or religious affiliation, race, color, national origin, place of birth, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, crime victim status, veteran status, disability, HIV positive status, or genetic information in employment or the provision of services.In addition to being an equal opportunity employer we actively encourage applicants who can contribute to our growing diversity to apply.Applications for our employment opportunities are only accepted online through our Government Jobs website.For accessibility information or alternative formats, please contact Human Resources Department at 802-540-2505 or careers@burlingtonvt.gov .