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Marketing/Social Media Intern

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  • Internship
    Full-time
    Off-cycle Internship
  • Marketing
  • Philadelphia

Requirements

  • Education and Experiences: Earned credits towards a Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, or related field/subject. Must have knowledge of WHYY. Exceptional skills as a writer/proofer.
  • Software/Technical Skills: Knowledge of social media channels and applications. Basic understanding of web and social analytics

Responsibilities

  • In search of an enthusiastic, proactive and hardworking student intern to contribute to WHYY's mission of engaging new audiences and retaining current audiences through different marketing tactics within WHYY and through external advertising and partnerships.
  • By working with our Marketing team consisting of branding, creative graphic services, video and audio promotion production, analytics, digital/social media and legacy advertising and promotion, you'll have the opportunity to learn what it takes to shoot innovative social media video content, build effective social media campaigns, write website landing pages, promote the launch of a new app, view the relevant analytics used in media and more.

FAQs

What is the main mission of WHYY?

WHYY serves the Philadelphia region with trusted journalism, eye-opening storytelling, and intimate local arts programming. Their mission is to engage new audiences and retain current audiences through various marketing tactics.

What are the key responsibilities of the Marketing/Social Media Intern?

The intern will contribute to WHYY's mission by engaging audiences through marketing tactics, shooting innovative social media video content, building effective social media campaigns, writing website landing pages, promoting the launch of a new app, and analyzing relevant media analytics.

What educational background is required for this internship?

Candidates must have earned credits towards a Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, or a related field.

Are there any specific skills required for this position?

Yes, candidates should have exceptional writing and proofreading skills, knowledge of social media channels and applications, and a basic understanding of web and social analytics.

What is the ideal academic status of applicants for this internship?

The ideal candidate is a current junior or senior undergraduate student, graduate student, or a recent graduate (no more than three years from graduation date).

What are the work hours for this internship?

The internship opportunity is available from Tuesday through Thursday, totaling 16 hours a week.

Is proof of COVID-19 vaccination required for employees at WHYY?

Yes, all WHYY employees are required to receive the COVID-19 vaccination, and proof will be required upon hiring.

What kind of experience can interns expect to gain from this role?

Interns will gain hands-on experience in shooting and creating video content for social media, developing and implementing social media campaigns, writing for web content, app promotion, and understanding analytics used in media.

What is unique about WHYY as a public media provider?

WHYY offers a voice to underrepresented communities, provides a platform for sharing diverse stories, supports early and lifelong learning, and serves as a trusted source for unbiased news in the Philadelphia region.

WHYY is your local, Member-supported NPR and PBS station, delivering information, entertainment and education.

Entertainment & Media
Industry
201-500
Employees
1954
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

WHYY makes our region a better place, connecting each of us to the world's richest ideas and all of us to each other through Member-supported public media. Through WHYY-FM 90.9, WHYY-TV 12 and WHYY.org, we reach 1.3 million people on average each week in the Greater Philadelphia area. We are your local PBS and NPR member station, bringing you long-time favorite programs, such as Masterpiece and All Things Considered. But our national programs are only the tip of the iceberg. WHYY Studios produces more than a dozen local programs, such as Fresh Air with Terry Gross, You Oughta Know and The Connection with Marty Moss-Coane. We offer a robust regional news service supported by an award-winning newsroom, home to Billy Penn, PlanPhilly and the WHYY Climate Desk. We are deeply committed to the needs of young people. Many people’s first experience with WHYY is watching our award-winning PBS Kids television programs as a child. We also teach thousands of kids to make videos in 40+ local schools and at our studio. We bring together people in the region for interesting and fun events in person and online. From critical community conversations to advanced screenings with big personalities, keep an eye on WHYY.org/events for things to do all year round. Of course, all of this is only possible through Member support.

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