IT Communications Intern

Department: Organizational Effectiveness (OE). The OE oversees communications to the Fordham University community. The office drives strategic design, decision-making, performance, and success within Information Technology. 

 

Position: IT Communications Internship

 

Supervisor: Director, IT Communications

 

Summary: IT seeks a dynamic self-starter experienced with WordPress, website content management, social media platforms, and writing to assist IT marketing and communications efforts. On average, 10-12 hours of work per work on the Rose Hill Campus.

 

• Must be a sophomore or junior in the year of appointment.
• Must be a full-time Fordham undergraduate student in good academic standing.
• Have successfully completed Fordham University's Composition II course or the equivalent.
• Reliable, quick learner who can work with minimal supervision.
• Must uphold, enforce and abide by all university policies.
• Possess strong writing skills.
• Open-minded and willing to work on a variety of projects.
• Comfortable with WordPress, Google Workspace, and Adobe applications, such as InDesign and PhotoShop. Some training can be provided.
• Photography and photo editing skills a plus

• Assist with the updating of IT's web pages. Training in Jadu, the website CMS, will be provided if needed.
• Write blog posts about technology at Fordham for IT News.  
• Curate a twitter stream for @FordhamIT that is targeted at students, as well as a general stream with news and information about technology relevant to the Fordham community. 
• Collaborate with the Director of IT Communications on new ideas, directions, and venues for communications and marketing to the University. 
• On-site assistance with events sponsored by IT at Rose Hill and Lincoln Center. 
• Other duties as assigned. 

• Pays close attention to details, double checks work.
• An effective communicator with strong writing skills.
• Firm grasp of how to use Twitter effectively. Experience with other social media and blogging platforms. 
• Self-motivated, good organizational skills, detail-oriented, ability to prioritize, multitask, and meet deadlines.
• Reliable and on time for appointments, responds promptly to emails, appointment invitations, and text messages during the University's regular business hours.

• Gain experience in communications and working for an IT organization.
• Build your portfolio.
• Establish employment references from an IT organization.
• Flexible scheduling.

Compensation: $17.00 per hour

Apply
Apply online. You are required to attach your resume to the application. If you are selected for an interview, a writing sample will be requested.