Marketing, Communications, and Community Engagement Intern

Position Overview & Responsbilities:

The Marketing, Communications, and Community Engagement Intern will report to the Director of Navy Yard Marketing & Communications. The intern will assist with:

• Creative content for digital communications, including graphic design projects
• Communications projects related to the Navy Yard’s 25th Anniversary celebration
• Event planning and execution
• Community outreach and engagement initiatives

Digital Communications

• Develop content for social media, blogs, and newsletter
• Create social media graphics, infographics, and PowerPoint presentations

Community Engagement

• Research other institutions’ public space programming and planning
• Providing logistical support for internal and external Navy Yard events, presentations, tours, orientations, and other engagement efforts

Special Projects

• Assist with tasks related to the Navy Yard’s 25th Anniversary
• Other tasks as assigned

Qualifications & Experience:

• Undergraduate or graduate student with relevant work experience and/or coursework in marketing and communications preferred
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Familiarity with social media platforms and writing for a digital audience
• Understanding of event planning and execution
• Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite or Canva
• Passion for the City of Philadelphia and enthusiasm for PIDC’s mission to help businesses and non-profit organizations create and retain jobs in Philadelphia
• Flexibility and willingness to pitch in to support various projects and tasks as needs arise
• Interest in Public Spaces, Urban Planning, Economic Development, Community Development, Marketing, and Advertising is a plus