Student - Communications Intern

Req Id: 42056Job Title: Student - Communications InternCity: GaryJob Description:Job SummaryCoates Inc seeks a dynamic, self-starter to assist marketing and communications efforts. This internship is an excellent opportunity to allow the intern's experience and creativity to shine in various aspects of marketing while working in a fun and professional work environment. The Coates Inc Communications Internship is a professional skills internship to assist the Executive Director in implementing organizational communications and marketing strategies. The Communications Intern will work independently and in a team to fulfill organizational goals and initiatives related to programming, events, and increasing the organization's social media presence.Start Date: Fall 2026/ Spring 2027Hours: 5-10 hours/week, including weekly planning meetings with the supervisorPay: $12.00/hourJoin us at Coates Inc. to gain valuable experience while making a meaningful impact in a supportive environment!QualificationsFirm grasp of social media tools and platforms including Facebook, Instagram etc.Previous internship or related experience in marketing or communications a plusUnderstanding of the basic principles of public relations and/or marketingMust be computer literate (working knowledge of word processing, PowerPoint, Excel).Proficiency in Adobe InDesign, Canva, and Photoshop is highly desired.Knowledge of HTML, website content management, and graphic designPossess excellent written and oral communication and interpersonal skillsGenuine enthusiasm for creating compelling marketing materials to support college and careerprogrammingSelf-starter, good time management, creative, with the ability to communicate in a professionalmannerAbility to work well independently, and within a teamPossess skills at initiating innovative ideas and judging correctly what will appeal to targetaudiencesExceptional writing ability and experience with writing storiesBe creative and resourcefulCommitment to the continuous improvement of service quality and the organization's missionResponsibilitiesAssist in planning, writing, and managing e-blasts and e-newsletters.Implement an annual communication calendarUpdate organization website using Godaddy with current events, relevant news, etc.Design event/program fliers, graphics, video and other marketing materialCreate sponsorship and fundraising literatureUpdate and maintain the organizations social media presence, including daily monitoring, posting,scheduling and reporting social media metrics and creating goals for successProvide input for creative marketing strategies and social media campaignsManage editorial and event calendarsManage photo and video contentFoster relationships with local media and help draft press releases and reach out for eventmarketing\Create online advertisements as neededCollaborate with staff on new ideas, directions, and tools for marketing and communicationsBilingual is a plus.Education* PNW Work-Study StudentFLSA StatusNon-ExemptApply nowPosting Start Date: 5/6/26