On-Site Communications Intern-Gibsonton, FL

Siemens Energy Blades and Vanes Tampa seeks a dynamic, self-starter to assist with marketing and communications administrative efforts. This internship is an opportunity to experience various aspects of communications and marketing while working in a manufacturing work environment. The Communications Internship is a professional skills internship to assist in implementing organizational communications and corporate marketing strategies. The Communications Intern will work independently and in a team to fulfill organizational goals and initiatives related to organzational communication and events.

Qualifications

• Firm grasp of corporate social media tools and platforms including Viva Engage, LinkedIn, etc.
• Completed or working toward a college degree (sophomore level and up), preferably in a related field (e.g., English, Journalism, Marketing/Communications, Advertising or Public Relations)
• Previous internship or related experience in marketing or communications a plus
• Understanding of the basic principles of public relations and/or marketing
• Must be proficiend with computers (working knowledge of word processing, PowerPoint, Excel). Proficiency with Canva highly desired.
• Possess excellent written and oral communication and interpersonal skills
• Genuine enthusiasm for creating compelling marketing materials to support Siemens Energy
• Self-starter, good time management, creative, with ability to communicate in a professional manner
• Ability to work well independently, and within a team
• Commitment to the continuous improvement of service quality and the organization’s mission

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, writing and managing e-blasts and e-newsletters.
• Update organization’s social media with current events, relevant news, etc.
• Design event/program fliers, graphics and other marketing material
• Planning and Coordinating employee events 
• Providing training sessions for new hires regarding business excellence and teamwork 
• Update all bulletin boards around building on an ongoing basis
• Update and maintain social media presence, including daily monitoring, posting, scheduling and reporting Facebook updates
• Provide input for creative marketing strategies and social media campaigns
• Manage editorial and event calendars
• Create online advertisements as needed
• Collaborate with staff on new ideas, directions, and tools for marketing and communications
• Other duties as required

Start Date: ASAP

Hours:  Minimum of 25 hours/week

Compensation: $19/hour