NCCU Communications Internship – Dr. Mac Fellowship – Duke University, United States

Duke University:

Duke University was created in 1924 through an indenture of trust by James Buchanan Duke. Today, Duke is regarded as one of America’s leading research universities. Located in Durham, North Carolina, Duke is positioned in the heart of the Research Triangle, which is ranked annually as one of the best places in the country to work and live. Duke has more than 15,000 students who study and conduct research in its 10 undergraduate, graduate and professional schools. With about 40,000 employees, Duke is the third largest private employer in North Carolina, and it now has international programs in more than 150 countries.

OCCUPATIONAL SUMMARY

The Sanford School of Public Policy’s Office of Communications and Marketing seeks an undergraduate student assistant for the summer via the NCCU Summer Communication Internship program (Dr. Mac Fellowship) with University Communications. The Sanford communications office handles websites, social media, web video production, podcasts, publications, media relations, advertising and special events for the school.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Track media placements; interview alumni, students, incoming faculty, etc. and write stories and profiles; complete general support work such as data entry. Update websites, using Drupal content manger, some work with social media. Create graphics as needed. Assist with production of print and/or online products including faculty guide, etc., and online e-newsletters. Assist with podcasts and video production and marketing. Help prepare for communications work in Duke Centennial in 2024 and major projects for fall 2023. Training will be provided for all tasks.

Required skills:

Strong writing, grammar, and Internet research skills; attention to detail; ability to learn and follow AP style. Proficiency expected with MS Office programs including Word and Excel. Graphic design skills. Essential traits include reliability, flexibility, strong work ethic, and ability to be self-directing. Knowledge of photo editing software such as Photoshop is a strong plus. Must have reliable internet and phone connection to be able to work remotely.

The Sanford communications office handles websites, social media, web video production, podcasts, publications, media relations, advertising and special events for the school.

Projects and deliverables:

Research, write and publish 3 stories, such as faculty or alumni profiles.

Interview current students, and draft 3 #HumansofDukeSanford profiles for publication in the fall.

Assist with creating/editing videos.

Create up to 10 graphics for social media.

Other ongoing projects:

Assist with marketing research for Ways & Means podcasts.

Assist with production of annual faculty guide.

Assist with photo shoot for Duke Magazine ad

Post media clips weekly.

Assist with content gathering for enewsletters.

The Dr. Mac internship is 20 hours per week for ten weeks, starting in late-May. The intern will be paid $17/hour. The intern will also receive two stipend payments of $1,750 each in June and July to help with living expenses (rent, transportation, meals).

In-person work is preferred. The intern is also expected to attend a series of lunch-time informational sessions on, for example, careers and specific job skills. These will be several Thursdays in June and July.

Every internship should result in published materials for your portfolio.

Covid note: All Duke University students, faculty, staff and affiliates must submit proof of COVID-19 vaccination or have an approved medical or religious exemption. This applies even if an individual is working remotely.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education

Work requires communications, analytical and organizational skills generally acquired through completion of a bachelor’s degree program.

Experience

None required beyond education. OR AN EQUIVALENT COMBINATION OF RELEVANT EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE.

Duke is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual’s age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status.

Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas—an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values.

Essential Physical Job Functions: Certain jobs at Duke University and Duke University Health System may include essentialjob functions that require specific physical and/or mental abilities. Additional information and provision for requests for reasonable accommodation will be provided by each hiring department.