Marketing & Communications Intern

Twin Cities PBS is one of the most innovative public media organizations in the country. Every day, Twin Cities PBS uses the power of media to advance local storytelling, spur engagement and learning, help young people succeed and support adults in the pursuit of lifelong learning.

Twin Cities PBS is seeking a paid Marketing & Communications Intern to join our team for the summer. Working up to 30 hours per week and paid at $20.00 per hour, this role will gain hands-on experience across multiple areas of marketing and communications, including brand development, social media, content creation, communications, audience engagement, and event marketing.

Hybrid Work Environment: Candidates must live in or be willing to relocate to the Twin Cities Metro area and report to onsite office a minimum of three days per week.

Compensation: $20 per hour

MAJOR AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY:

Marketing, Content & Communications (50% of time)

• Assist with marketing and communications initiatives that support Twin Cities PBS programming, events, fundraising, and community engagement efforts.
• Create and edit content for social media, blogs, email marketing, website updates, and other communications channels.
• Support content planning and campaign development across multiple platforms.
• Assist with copywriting, proofreading, and content organization to ensure brand consistency.
• Contribute ideas and research to support ongoing brand and messaging initiatives, including branding efforts.

Social Media & Audience Engagement (30% of time)

• Monitor and engage with Twin Cities PBS audiences across platforms including Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, Threads, LinkedIn, YouTube, and emerging channels.
• Assist in creating original social media content, including graphics, short-form video, photography, and written posts.
• Research social media trends, audience behaviors, and best practices to inform content strategy.
• Identify potential influencer, creator, and community partnership opportunities aligned with the Twin Cities PBS mission.
• Events & Community Engagement (10% of time)
  • Support marketing and communications efforts for Twin Cities PBS events and community activations.
  • Assist with event promotion, content creation, photography, and on-site support as needed.
  • Help gather event content and audience feedback for future marketing use.
• Reporting, Research & Team Support (10% of time)
  • Track and report on marketing and social media performance metrics.
  • Conduct audience, competitive, and industry research to identify trends and opportunities.
  • Participate as an active member of the Marketing & Communications team and contribute to collaborative projects.
  • Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Current undergraduate or graduate student pursuing a degree in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Digital Media, Graphic Design, or related
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Familiarity with major social media platforms and digital content trends.
• Interest in storytelling, media, nonprofit organizations, or public media.
• Experience creating content for social media, blogs, newsletters, or other channels is preferred.
• Basic experience with design and content creation tools such as Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, CapCut, or similar platforms
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple projects.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with a team.
• Enthusiasm for the mission and values of Twin Cities PBS.
• Able to work at a computer for extended lengths of time.

Applicants must apply at Twin Cities PBS – About to be considered.