About the role#
The Eberly College of Science Office of Communications is looking for a part-time digital media intern. This role runs through the spring 2027 semester, with the possibility of extending into the summer 2027 term. You will work 7 to 10 hours per week helping our team create science-focused content that aligns with college and university goals.
What you'll do#
- Create content for social media platforms including Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube, and X.
- Write feature stories about students and faculty, alongside announcements for college events.
- Collaborate on various long-form and short-form content projects.
- Brainstorm new ideas and research emerging trends in digital media.
- Attend campus events to capture photos and video footage.
What you'll need#
- You must be a current Penn State student at the University Park campus.
- You are organized, detail-oriented, and self-motivated.
- You have experience with multimedia production for social media.
- You can connect college goals and values to your content strategy.
- A strong grasp of social media trends, content creation, and video editing is preferred.
- Skills in interviewing, writing, photography, and editing are a plus.
- Familiarity with Canva and basic sciences is helpful, though we are open to teaching these skills.
Location & details#
- This position is located on-site at the Penn State University Park campus.
- This is a paid internship.
About Penn State University
Penn State University is an educational institution founded in 1855. It operates 24 campuses and serves a student body of nearly 88,000 people. The university focuses on education and research. It is based in University Park, Pennsylvania.
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