Cooperative Purchasing Program Marketing Internship
Position Description
Under the direction of the Cooperative Purchasing Program Director and Cooperative Purchasing Program Marketing Coordinator, the CPP Marketing Intern provides creative and administrative support to advance awareness and engagement with the Cooperative Purchasing Program (CPP). This position assists with content development, digital communications, vendor outreach, and program storytelling to promote the value of cooperative purchasing to local governments and industry partners.
An important and essential job function is living the FSA's values – integrity, fairness, commitment, and accountability. Integrity is the foundation on which our team builds relationships and trust. Fairness to ourselves, each other, and those that we interact with is an essential element that preserves the FSA’s brand and promotes engagement at every level. When we commit to the mission and hold ourselves accountable, each member of the team shines and enhances our success as a team. We practice these values in our interactions with each other, sheriffs, sheriff’s office personnel, the members of our organization, and the citizens and visitors we serve.
Essential Functions
- Assists with creation and scheduling of digital content highlighting CPP contracts, vendors, and success stories.
- Supports development of newsletters, buyer guides, vendor spotlights, and promotional materials.
- Coordinates collection of vendor photos, logos, and product information for marketing use.
- Assists with maintenance of marketing collateral.
- Drafts, schedules, and supports timely, consistent outreach for target audiences and organizational partners.
- Supports implementation of and prepares strategy for marketing communications impact and vendor management solutions.
- Tracks engagement metrics for campaigns and prepares summary reports.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Education, Professional Certification, or License
- Current enrollment in, or recent completion of, an associate or bachelor’s degree program in marketing, communications, public administration, business, or related field preferred.
Professional Experience
- Experience with social media management, graphic design, or communications preferred.
- Prior internship or volunteer experience in marketing, government, or nonprofit settings a plus.
Skills and Qualifications
- Excellent computer skills.
- Experience using Microsoft 365 products; familiarity with Canva or Adobe Creative Suite preferred.
- Ability to communicate effectively in writing and verbally.
- Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
- Ability to adapt to changes in responsibilities.
- Ability to conduct research and present information clearly.
- Professionalism in interacting with vendors, purchasers, and stakeholders.
- Problem solving and sound judgement.
- Ability to adhere to policy and procedures.
Miscellaneous
- Consideration of a two-semester work experience preferred, i.e. Spring and Summer.
Salary
- $15 per hour
Employer Snapshot
The mission of the Florida Sheriffs Association as a self-sustaining, charitable organization is to foster the effectiveness of the Office of Sheriff through leadership, education and training, innovative practices and legislative initiatives.
The day-to-day business of the Florida Sheriffs Association is directed by a strategic plan created and approved by the sheriffs of Florida. The plan contains five major goals:
- To provide effective and timely support, training and information exchanges for Florida’s sheriffs.
- To foster effective law enforcement, crime prevention, apprehension of criminals and protection of life and property of the citizens of Florida.
- To promote public awareness about developments in law enforcement, crime prevention and public safety.
- To protect Florida’s future by promoting public support of programs and services focused on youth of our State.
- To effectively manage resources of the Florida Sheriffs Association.
If you wish to include further supporting documents, please send them to jobopportunity@flsheriffs.org.