MONTANA STATE PARKS FOUNDATION COMMUNICATIONS INTERNSHI
Internship description: The intern will be responsible for developing social media content for the Montana State Parks Foundation (MSPF). Primarily focusing on written content, the intern will develop short narratives about MSPF projects, park events, State Park Steward profiles, and positive and engaging stories from our state parks.
Internship terms:
- Must be currently enrolled in any college in Montana (open to all majors)
- Volunteer position
- Minimum one semester commitment with the opportunity to extend internship
- No more than 10 hours per month
- Monthly meet up with Montana State Parks Foundation staff – in person, phone or zoom
- Weekly email correspondence with MSPF staff
- Intern is responsible for developing a minimum of 4 social media posts per month
Intern Skills and Requirements:
- Strong research and writing skills
- An eye for design
- Ability to appeal to diverse followers and readers while promoting the MSPF mission
- Passion for storytelling, the outdoors, Montana history and recreation
- Familiarity with social media (instagram and facebook) trends, topics, etc
- Proficient standard computer skills and access to a reliable computer and internet
- “Remote” internship, no travel required
Internship Structure:
The intern will receive a list of content suggestions at the beginning of each month. Working with the Montana State Parks Foundation staff, the intern selects themes to focus on in their content development. The intern may use the MSPF photo bank, logos, and our Canva account in addition to their own technological resources to develop designs for social media posts. Each month, the intern will submit a minimum of 4 social media posts for review. The MSPF staff will provide feedback for minor edits and post approved social media posts.
The internship will begin at the beginning of the semester and conclude at the end of the semester, before finals. The intern is responsible for providing their semester schedule at the beginning of the internship.
How to Apply:
Please email a Letter of Interest and Current Resume to Megan Buecking at [email protected]
Accepting applications until position is filled.
