About the role#
The Public Affairs Marketing and Communications Intern supports the communication strategy at the Great Lakes Water Authority. You will help with content creation, event planning, and various administrative tasks to support the team.
What you'll do#
- Create digital content that follows the current content strategy.
- Help the Public Affairs team with internal and external events, including planning, setup, and event-day support.
- Take photographs of team members at various events.
- Draft internal communication announcements and publications.
- Update internal communication monitors located throughout facilities.
- Perform an audit of internal communications.
- Assist team members with ongoing projects.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in an associate, bachelor, or master degree program at an accredited college or university in a related field.
- Status as a student in good standing and classified as a rising sophomore or higher.
- Ability to work at least 20 hours per week.
- Commitment to the position for at least two months.
- A valid driver license.
- Preferred: Rising undergraduate sophomore through graduating senior or recent graduate in marketing, communications, public relations, or related fields.
- Preferred: Ability to commit to at least three months.
- Preferred: Familiarity with social media, digital channels, and basic photography.
Location & details#
- This role is based in Detroit, Michigan.
- The position is on-site.
- This is a part-time, paid internship.
About Great Lakes Water Authority
The Great Lakes Water Authority is a regional water and sewer utility based in Detroit, Michigan. Founded in 2016, the organization manages water and wastewater services for 126 municipalities across seven counties. It serves approximately 3.9 million customers, representing nearly 40 percent of Michigan water users. The authority operates through a regional collaboration between the City of Detroit and surrounding counties to maintain infrastructure and environmental compliance.
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