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Marketing & Communications Intern

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Job ID

8063

Job Type

On-Campus Job (work study Not required)

Employer

DEVELOPMENT (DDGI) Monthly

Date Posted

Nov 15, 2024

Category

Communications/Marketing/Public Relations

Job Description

Job Title: Marketing & Communications Intern
Department: PreMiEr, Civil & Environment Engineering, Duke University
Location: Duke University
Position Type: Internship (Part-time)

About Us:

Precision Microbiome Engineering (PreMiEr) is an NSF-funded Engineering Research Center working on creating biologically healthy indoor environments. The center is a collaboration between 5 North Carolina universities including Duke, NC State, UNC Chapel Hill, N.C. A&T, and UNC Charlotte. The Innovation Ecosystem (IE) foundation of PreMiEr focuses on creating a culture of innovation and technology translation by closely working with industry partners, government, and non-profit organizations. We are seeking a driven and enthusiastic intern to join our IE team as Marketing and Communications Intern. This internship provides hands-on experience in marketing strategy, customer discovery, and event management, offering you the opportunity to develop real-world skills in a collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Marketing & Communications: Assist in developing and implementing marketing campaigns, including social media content creation, email marketing, and blog writing. Support internal and external communication strategies to enhance brand visibility.
Customer Discovery: Engage in market research, gather customer insights, and assist in analyzing target audience behavior. The target customer includes PreMiEr internal and external engagement.
Event Management: Provide support in planning, coordinating, and executing PreMiEr events (both online and offline). This includes handling logistics, managing event promotion, and ensuring smooth communication between vendors, partners, and participants.
Social Media & Content Creation: Develop engaging content for various platforms (LinkedIn, Instagram, etc.), monitor trends, and track performance metrics to help refine social media strategies.
Market Research & Reporting: Conduct competitor analysis and compile reports on marketing trends, campaign performance, and customer engagement insights.

Job Requirements

Qualifications:

Current enrollment in a college/university program, ideally Engineering or another STEM discipline with a strong interest or background in Marketing, Communications or Business.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Knowledge of social media platforms and digital marketing strategies.
Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and take initiative on individual projects.
Excellent organizational skills, with an eye for detail and the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
A passion for learning and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

Preferred Skills:

Familiarity with design tools (e.g., Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, Inkscape) is a plus.
Previous experience in event management, customer research, or marketing projects is a bonus.
Previous experience in website design and maintenance, particularly WordPress

What We Offer:

Hands-on experience with real-world marketing and event management projects.
Opportunities to work on meaningful initiatives and gain exposure to critical PreMiEr area of business.
Mentorship and guidance from experienced professionals in the field.
Flexible working hours to accommodate your academic schedule.

Required Skills

Learning Outcomes

Available Openings

Hours

10.0 hours per week

Hourly Rate

$20.00/hour

Time Frame

Academic Year

Contact Name

Anurodh Tripathi

Contact Email

anurodh.tripathi@duke.edu

Work Location Address

Wilkinson Building, Pratt School of Engineering

Phone

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Fax

N/A

Work Location

Hybrid

Job Schedule

Flexible

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