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Marketing & Communications Intern

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  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Alexandria
    Remote

Requirements

  • Due to the sensitivity of customer related requirements, U.S. Citizenship is required.
  • Must be in college currently.
  • Genuine enthusiasm for creating compelling media content and marketing materials.
  • Completed or working toward a college degree (junior level and up), preferably in a related field (e.g., English, Marketing/Communications, Advertising, Multimedia Design, or Public Relations).
  • Working knowledge of social media tools and platforms including LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, etc.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Strong organizational and multi-tasking skills.
  • Ability to work well independently, and within a team.
  • Ability to work remotely.
  • Experience creating content for social media or other publications preferred (class experience acceptable).
  • Experience using Canva or similar content creation platform.
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, including SharePoint.
  • Graphics experience a plus.
  • Knowledge Hootsuite and PRNewswire/Cision Communications Cloud or related media management platforms a plus.
  • Adobe suite or similar skills a plus.
  • Knowledge of HTML, website content management, and graphic design a plus.
  • Experience with Wordpress a plus.

Responsibilities

  • Assist in planning and writing press releases, creating / maintaining social media content, developing website and intranet content, and creating event advertisements.
  • Provide input for creative marketing strategies and social media campaigns.
  • Update and maintain social media presence including daily monitoring, posting, scheduling and reporting for LinkedIn, Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook updates.
  • Support conference and trade show coordination.
  • Assist with graphics library development.
  • Collaborate with staff on new ideas for marketing and communications.
  • Monitor social media, branding, and outreach marketing industry trends for competitive assessment.

FAQs

What is the primary role of the Marketing & Communications Intern?

The primary role is to support corporate marketing, branding, social media, and advertising initiatives, including writing press releases, maintaining social media content, and developing website content.

Is U.S. Citizenship a requirement for this position?

Yes, due to the sensitivity of customer-related requirements, U.S. Citizenship is required.

What educational qualifications are needed to apply for this internship?

The candidate must be currently enrolled in college and preferably working toward a degree in English, Marketing/Communications, Advertising, Multimedia Design, or Public Relations, ideally at the junior level and up.

Are there specific skills that are required for this internship?

Yes, required skills include excellent verbal and written communication, strong organizational and multi-tasking abilities, proficiency with social media tools, and the ability to work both independently and within a team.

What social media platforms will the intern be responsible for managing?

The intern will manage LinkedIn, Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook.

Is prior experience in social media content creation required?

While specific prior experience is preferred, class experience creating content for social media or other publications is acceptable.

Are there any desired skills that can enhance a candidate's application?

Yes, desired skills include experience with Canva, knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and SharePoint, graphics experience, and familiarity with media management platforms like Hootsuite and PRNewswire/Cision Communications Cloud.

Will the intern assist in event coordination?

Yes, the intern will support conference and trade show coordination as part of their responsibilities.

Can this internship be conducted remotely?

Yes, the position allows for remote work.

Is experience with WordPress considered an asset for this internship?

Yes, experience with WordPress is considered a plus.

DCS Corp offers advanced technology and management solutions to Government agencies in the national security sector.

Defence & Aerospace
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
1977
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

DCS Corp offers advanced technology and management solutions to Government agencies in the national security sector. We seek to develop successful working relationships with our customers to ensure that we meet expectations and get the job done right. The value that we place on ensuring customer satisfaction is based on our strong corporate culture of empowerment, innovation, responsiveness, and professional excellence. The transformative ideas and entrepreneurial spirit that characterize our more than 1,800+ employee-owners allow DCS to ensure success of each client’s mission and actively contribute to the well-being of the nation.