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Nonduke Student/Intern

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Marketing
    Media & Journalism
  • Durham

AI generated summary

  • You should be curious, able to work independently, possess strong writing skills, welcome feedback, and have a proven track record of meeting deadlines.
  • You will interview students and faculty, create written and visual content, attend team meetings, and shadow colleagues in communications across Duke.

Requirements

  • Curiosity and a willingness to ask thoughtful questions
  • Ability to work independently on projects once clear direction is given
  • Strong writing skills
  • Being open to feedback from professionals who are committed to your growth and success in the role
  • Demonstrated record of meeting deadlines

Responsibilities

  • Conduct interviews with students, faculty and staff for articles or videos
  • Create written content for social media and websites, with the potential to participate in visual storytelling as well
  • Attend meetings of the Trinity Communications team and participate in discussions about what stories or marketing priorities we should focus on, when they should be created and launched, and why they matter to Trinity and Duke
  • Shadow various team members in their interactions with other communicators and academic leaders across Duke

FAQs

What is the duration of the internship?

The internship lasts for 10 weeks during the summer.

Is this internship open to all students?

Yes, the internship is open to non-Duke students.

What kind of experience can interns gain from this position?

Interns will gain experience in communications and marketing, including writing, content creation, and participation in discussions about marketing priorities.

Can interns specialize in a particular area of interest?

Yes, interns have the option to specialize in specific areas such as writing, photography, videography, or social media management.

What type of content will interns be creating?

Interns will create written content for social media and websites, and may also participate in visual storytelling.

What qualifications are required for this internship?

Interns should have curiosity, strong writing skills, the ability to work independently, be open to feedback, and have a record of meeting deadlines.

Where is the office located?

The office is located on West Campus in the Old Chemistry building at Duke University.

Is there an opportunity to attend meetings with the Trinity Communications team?

Yes, interns will attend meetings and participate in discussions about stories and marketing priorities.

Will interns be able to interact with faculty and staff?

Yes, interns will conduct interviews with students, faculty, and staff for articles or videos.

Is there a possibility for the work created by interns to be shared widely?

Yes, exemplary work by interns may be featured on the Trinity College website, Duke's social media channels, and potentially in broader outlets like Duke Today and The Duke Daily.

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