Social Media Intern

Location

Johnston, IA | United States

Job description

ChildServeis looking for a Social Media Intern to join our team this summer. This intern will get the opportunity to assist in the creation of consistent, impactful content for ChildServe’s various social media platforms, including writing and editing social media posts, taking photographs and video, and scheduling content. Responsibilities will also include supporting ChildServe’s digital marketing efforts by assisting with digital campaigns and using analytical tools to monitor and evaluate the organization’s social media presence and performance.

ChildServe’s mission is to partner with families to help children with special healthcare needs live a greatlife. Our areas of specialty include Pediatric Rehabilitation, Autism & Behavioral Health, Complex Medical Care and Community Services.

Our team of 1,500 caring employees serves nearly 5,800 children each year, thanks to the support of thousands of donors and community members. The Marketing & Communications team leads communication to all of these groups across all locations. To do so, we work closely with Human Resources, the ChildServeFoundation, and program leaders from across the organization.

What You’ll Do

Every day at ChildServebrings unique opportunities to sharpen your social media skills while supporting our outstanding mission. As ChildServe’s Social Media Intern, you will support the Marketing and Communications team in capturing amazing things that happen here and sharing them with our audiences. In this role, you may be asked to:

• Support ChildServe’s Marketing and Communications team in strategically telling our brand story through our social media channels, including but not limited to ChildServe’s three Facebook pages, Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn and TikTok accounts. 
• Assist in content creation for ChildServe’s social media platforms in the form of writing engaging captions, capturing photos/videos and scheduling posts using the Meta Business Suite and Hootsuite. 
• Capture and edit photo and video content as directed by Social Media Specialist.
• Work with our team’s designers to create eye-catching, impactful social media graphics.
• Perform social media listening, monitoring and tracking of any brand mentions across our social media platforms. 
• Help ensure brand consistency in ChildServe’s voice.
• Support the team's larger organizational Marketing and Communications strategy and complete special projects as assigned.

Schedule and Location

This intern will join our team for up to 40 hours per week, Monday – Friday during typical business hours at our Johnston, IA location. Hours may be used to meet a student’s course credit requirement.

Compensation

This is a paid opportunity.

The Successful Candidate will have:

• A passion for social media as a communications tool
• An interest in pursuing a degree/career relevant to social media management
• Experience in maintaining and running various social media platforms
• A creative eye and excellent written communication skills for recognizing potential content and turning it into well-performing posts 
• Knowledge of Hootsuite, Meta Business Suite and Adobe Photoshop is preferred by not required
• Experience working with social media analytics is preferred but not required 
• An understanding of AP writing style, or willingness to learn
• Detail-oriented and the ability to be a self-starter
• Strong organizational and project management skills
• A big heart for helping kids with special healthcare needs live a #greatlife

What You’ll Need

• Current enrollment in an undergraduate institution preferred, high school students will be considered
• Ability to exercise confidentiality regarding the affairs of clients, staff, their families and children
• Ability to read, write and speak the English language
• Authorization to work in the US without sponsorship
• This position is subject to COVID-19 safety requirements

Ready to Apply? Please include a resume and cover letter with your application. 

Why ChildServe?

ChildServehas earned the title of Top Workplace every year since 2014. Here’s why employees love working here:

• Our work matters. We partner with families to help children with special healthcare needs live a great life. 
• We’re not your average non-profit. We serve 5,800 children each year through over 30 specialty pediatric services in the Ames, Des Moines, Iowa City, and Cedar Rapids areas. Many of our programs are one-of-a-kind.
• Our team members rock. Our teams are filled with people who care about their coworkers, and who believe that collaboration is key to providing exceptional care to children.
• Our learning never stops. As a non-profit dedicated to innovation, we’re proud to help many team members gain new certifications, continue their education, take their expertise to the next level, and find new opportunities to advance their career right here at ChildServe.
• We believe our differences make us great. We are on a continuous journey to create an environment where different perspectives are valued, and all feel safe and welcome.
• We’re moving forward together. Experts across multiple disciplines work together to help kids get the best care possible.

Ready to leave work every day knowing you’ve made a difference for kids and families? Let’s move Forward Together - apply today!

ChildServeis an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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