Jobs at University Communications

Social Media Photo/Video Content Intern

The Social Media Photo/Video Content Intern in University Communications and Marketing is responsible for brainstorming, pitching and creating content that is shared on Michigan State University’s official, institutional social media accounts.

Duties and Responsibilities

The Social Media Photo/Video Content Intern:

• Assists Social Media group with various tasks, including producing social media content, identifying content inspiration and pitching brand-aligned strategic ideas
• Creates visual content (video, photo, and/or graphic) that aligns with current social media trends and university strategic goals
• Can work both independently and with group members to deliver content on deadline(s)
• Brainstorms, pitches and completes content creation assignments on deadline
• Identifies and explores new social media trends, features and platforms for institutional use
• Contributes to social media strategy and content ideation by identifying excellent higher ed visual content
• Collaborates with Social Media and Visual groups on projects that highlight Michigan State University’s brand and the Spartan student experience

Desired Qualifications

Candidates should be:

• An undergraduate student at Michigan State University
• Highly experienced with Adobe Creative Suite
• Knowledge of video and still photo cameras
• Experience filming with iPhones
• Familiar with social media platforms, including Facebook, X, Instagram, YouTube and TikTok
• Passionate about Michigan State University’s brand and mission
• Able to work both independently and collaboratively
• Able to work on and complete multiple tasks and projects at the same time

Required Application Materials

• Cover Letter
  
• Resume
• Portfolio of work

How to Apply

Please send all required application materials to Anna Kendall, social media manager, at kenda136@msu.edu.

Social Media Photo/Video Content Intern

The Social Media Design Intern for University Communications and Marketing, MSU’s central communications office, will contribute to the visual presence of the university by helping to produce a wide variety of content shared primarily through social media, and occasionally through websites and print projects. The intern will work closely with UCAM’s social media strategists and graphic designers.

Duties and Responsibilities

The Social Media Design Intern: 

• Collaborates with others in UCAM on project-specific content for Michigan State University’s institutional channels, including Facebook, LinkedIn, X, Instagram and TikTok
• Assists with various tasks, including trend research, brainstorming and creating original visual content
• Conceptualizes and creates visuals for social media posts, stories and videos, such as illustrations, photo treatments, quote tiles, fillable templates, pride points, etc.
• Manages multiple projects with varying timelines and will be expected to complete assignments on deadline
• Must be aware of and prepared to follow Michigan State University’s brand standards

Desired Qualifications

Candidates should be:

• An undergraduate student at Michigan State University 
• Creative, talented, self-driven, detail-oriented and able to work both independently and collaboratively
• Able and willing to take direction/feedback and work efficiently
• Highly experienced with using the Adobe Creative Suite with a focus on Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign (web design, photo or video skills are a plus)
• Proficient in using the Microsoft Office suite of programs
• Comfortable creating work in a variety of design styles and demonstrates a strong understanding of color, typography, information hierarchy and layout
• Familiar with social media platforms, including Facebook, X, Instagram, YouTube and TikTok
• Organized, able to manage and complete multiple tasks and projects at the same time within established project deadlines

Required Application Materials

• Cover Letter
  
• Resume
• Portfolio of work

How to Apply

Please send all required application materials to Anna Kendall at kenda136@msu.edu.

MSUToday Intern

University Communications and Marketing is hiring a student intern for MSUToday, the central communications site at Michigan State University. UCAM is seeking a collaborative, creative student to join its team as an intern for summer 2025, with the possibility of extending into subsequent semesters.

The ideal candidate possesses knowledge and skills in a variety of areas such as writing and content creation, graphic design and photography. The intern must be available to work 10-15 hours in increments of 3-5 hours, Monday through Friday, during the summer.

Duties and Responsibilities 

• Format stories and post to MSUToday.msu.edu and other sites
• Create original content for MSUToday.msu.edu and the MSUToday Weekly Update
• Search for content across MSU units and sites
• Curate content according to campaigns or brand efforts
• Help manage calendar on events.msu.edu
• Work on special projects and features

Desired Qualifications 

• Communication, journalism, professional writing or related major
• Self-starter with ability to manage multiple projects
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Reliable and efficient time management skills
• Experience in multimedia storytelling including podcasts, videos and photography
• Ability to take direction and multi-task
• Experience using a content management system (CMS)
• Knowledge of AP style
• Experience writing news and/or feature stories
• Copy editing experience
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Suite

Required Application Materials

• Cover Letter
  
• Resume
• Portfolio/writing samples (single PDF preferred, with links if needed)

How to Apply

Please send the required application materials and/or questions to: Kelsie Lane, digital editor, at lanekel2@msu.edu.