Summary

SMS Assist is looking for a content marketing intern for our 2020 Summer Internship program!

The SMS Assist Summer Internship program is a full-time, paid opportunity that will run from June 8 to August 14. As an intern on our Content Marketing team, you’ll support the creation of marketing collateral, social media content, blog posts, and more. You’ll also engage in intern-specific activities and learning opportunities, such as executive lunch and learns, personal development workshops, and informational interviews. Throughout the summer, you’ll work with fellow interns to build an SMS Assist business case that you’ll present to leadership and other key team members. Of course, we have some fun social events thrown in there as well!

Responsibilities

The below responsibilities would cover content for our customer, Affiliate, and job seeker audiences:

• Research and write captivating articles for SMS Assist’s blog
• Develop posts across SMS Assist’s social media platforms 
• Create unique and compelling content for campaigns, events, emails, one-pagers, and more
• Partner with internal departments to create and deliver messaging
• Collaborate with the Design team on imagery for blog and social media posts, emails, and more
• Research company memberships to determine benefits and make ongoing recommendations
• Provide reporting and evaluate impact of content across social media, blog, and more

   Professional Skills

• Verbal Communication – Advanced
• Written Communication – Advanced
• Teamwork – Advanced
• Problem Solving – Advanced
• Learning Agility – Advanced
• Organizational Awareness – Proficient
• Prioritization – Proficient

Role Specific Skills

• A creative problem solver and outside-the-box thinker who strives to surpass expectations
• A natural storyteller with a knack for capturing a brand’s voice and style
• Unparalleled attention to detail and exceptional editing skills; understanding of AP Style a plus
• Prior experience or knowledge of content marketing and social media management 
• Proven organizational skills and a track record of meeting deadlines
• Experience with Adobe Creative Cloud and WordPress a plus

Qualifications

• Must be a rising junior or senior enrolled in a full-time bachelor’s degree program or a recent graduate
• Currently pursuing a degree in marketing, communications, journalism, English, creative writing, or a similar field of study
• Must be eligible to work in the U.S. without sponsorship now or in the future (we are unable to hire on F1 or OPT visas at this time for our summer program)
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Traits: Attention to detail, team player, self-directed, and motivated
• Relevant internship experience a plus
• Applicants must submit one to two writing samples that demonstrate his or her ability to communicate in a clear and creative way. Examples may include academic papers, articles, blog posts, short stories, etc. Applications without a writing sample will not be considered.