TITLE: MARKETING/COMMUNICATIONS INTERN(S)
(Two Positions Under Consideration)
Prepared: 04.05
Location: Chicago Grade: N/A
Reports To: Senior Graphic Designer/Copywriter and Marketing Communications Specialist

Overview: The Marketing/Communications Intern provides services in support of CAEL’s marketing and communication activities. As a member of the organization’s Marketing Department, the Marketing/Communications Intern will engage in a variety of tasks including development of communication materials; content management; research on new business opportunities; mailing and database management; contributions to event planning activities, such as conferences and workshops; updating marketing materials and mailing lists; and other duties as assigned by the Senior Graphic Designer/Copywriter and Marketing Communications Specialist.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

- Assists in development of content for external communications, including letters, brochures, press releases, and electronic documents such as PowerPoint presentations and CAEL Web sites. Responsible for contacting internal staff to gather required content or document updates. Supports graphic design with formatting of PowerPoints and various Word documents.
- Provides proofreading, fact-checking, and content-development support for CAEL’s external publications and marketing pieces.
- Prepares distribution and mailing lists for dissemination of CAEL publications and marketing pieces. Tracks external publication and material requests.
- Researches additional distribution channels for CAEL materials.
- Assists in fulfillment of internal marketing and publications’ requests.
- Assembles marketing packets for presentations and distribution to prospective clients.
- Provides additional marketing support as needed.

Major Project: Will work to expand the visibility of CAEL in the marketplace by:

1st) Researching various print mediums appropriate for placement of articles/ads pertaining to CAEL’s mission and projects;
2nd) Writing article(s) for placement in one or more publication(s); and 3rd) Ensuring proper placement of this article(s).

Skills and Qualifications:

- Excellent writing skills required, with ability to express complex ideas and benefits.
- Strong proofreading ability and editing abilities.
- High level of customer focus required.
- Must be a self-starter, innovative, creative, and results-oriented.
- Prioritization and problem-solving skills essential to being able to work in a deadline-oriented environment.
- Candidates should also have strong listening skills, be diplomatic and able to work in team environment while taking direction from a number of individuals.
- Proficient in computer-based applications such as Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Power Point, Access); any familiarity with ACT! database program would be helpful.

The ideal candidate will be available as soon as possible—hours and work schedule are flexible. The hourly rate for this position is to be determined, depending on experience; course credit available

Please e-mail resume and short writing sample to Bernadette Dubs, Marketing Communications Specialist, bdubs@cael.org or fax to 312.499.2601. For more information about CAEL, please visit our website at www.cael.org.

Department: Institutional Advancement and Marketing
Reports to the Vice President for Institutional Advancement and Marketing

Start Date: Applicant screening will begin immediately and continue until position is filled

Classification: Administrative

Benefits: As stated in the Saint Joseph's College Handbook of Employment Policies and Practices for Hourly and Administrative Employees

Description: Responsible for the creation, design, and implementation of the College’s publication and media relations program including news releases, advertising, institutional marketing, and Web site (in conjunction with Webmaster). Will write news releases and distribute to media sources (including Web site posting). Responsible for overseeing production of Contact, a quarterly magazine for alumni, parents, and friends, including soliciting, collecting, and editing all submissions. Will take photos at and publicize College events.

The Director of Publications and Media Relations has the final approval of content, grammar, and style issues for all College publications and the Web site, and is responsible for monitoring the SJC Web site for consistency, accuracy, and appropriate content. Also responsible for co-writing and editing Puma Pipeline, SJC’s employee newsletter, and the alumni electronic newsletter. Will proofread College publications, implement special interest programs when needed, and assist the Institutional Advancement and Marketing staff with special interest programs and mailers on an as-needed basis. Responsible for assigning work to the Publications and Media Relations student intern/s.

Qualifications: Must hold a Bachelor’s degree in English or a related field; demonstrate creative initiative; possess exceptional writing, grammar, public speaking and time management skills. Must have the ability to work independently and with others, and have a working knowledge of word processing, desktop publishing, and Web development programs.

To Apply: Send letter of application, resume, and the names, addresses and contact information for three professional references to: Human Resources, Saint Joseph’s College, PO Box 889, Rensselaer, IN 47978, or to HR@saintjoe.edu.

An Equal Opportunity Employer

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