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Job Description
Rutgers School/Department: Graduate School of Applied and Professional Psychology (GSAPP) Innovation Team – Marketing and Communications Department
Location: Hybrid- Remote & Nelson Bio Labs, 604 Allison Rd., 3rd floor – Busch Campus, RU-NB
Term: Summer 2026 – Ideally, May 18- Aug 21 (dates flexible) Number of Positions: one-two; open until filled
Hours: Approximately 15-20 (flexible daily schedule; min. one day/week on-site required; preferably Wednesdays)
Salary: $17/hr
Overview: The GSAPP Innovation Team is seeking responsive, creative, solutions-oriented students to work closely with the Communications Director & Marketing Manager on multiple high-profile projects. The intern will serve as an integral part of the MarCom team to create and maintain content and imagery for our departmental website, create engaging posts for all social media platforms, organize photo/video libraries, assist with event planning and execution, and perform other marketing and communications functions in accordance with business unit priorities. Examples include producing video clips; creating flyers, digital ads, copy/graphics for our e-newsletter, invitations, conference/event sponsorship collateral, presentations, and other materials as needed; compiling/maintaining accurate data analytics of our promotional efforts and competitors; conducting research on best practices/industry trends.
Requirements:
- An effective communicator, both written and oral.
- Self-motivated, strong organizational skills, ability to prioritize, multi-task and meet deadlines.
- Attentive to detail, including, but not limited to, grammar and adherence to Rutgers UCM branding guidelines.
- Proficiency in graphic design (Canva), basic photography skills and video editing tools.
- Knowledge of HTML/Drupal;/WordPress; Constant Contact/Mail Chimp; Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop; iMovie highly desired.
- Firm grasp of available tools and platforms in the social media space; fresh ideas for increased outreach.
- Current Rutgers student in good academic standing.
- Computer literate on office software (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Microsoft Teams, SharePoint, Zoom, Qualtrics).
- Enthusiasm for effectively representing and communicating the GSAPP mission.
- Demonstrated professionalism, resourcefulness, maturity, and flexibility.
- Able to work effectively independently and cooperatively.
- Previous internship or related experience in marketing/communications a plus.
Benefits:
- Develop sought-after, practical, transferrable skills.
- Work with experienced, dedicated professionals in a supportive and collaborative environment.
- Gain direct industry experience and mentorship.
- Letter of recommendation and reference.
To Apply: Email resume, writing sample (professional, extracurricular, or academic) and/or portfolio link to kim.spinelli@rutgers.edu and ben.sheard@rutgers.edu
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