Social Media Intern
The Community House is a unique 501(c)(3) non-profit on Chicago’s North Shore that has played a special role for over a century – strengthening community, inspiring lifelong learning, and offering opportunities for connection and personal growth. Home to a variety of youth and adult programs, theater and dance performances, special events, weddings, and much more, the Community House offers a full-service fitness center, theater, gymnasium, and multi-purpose spaces surrounded by beautiful gardens and grounds.
Reporting to and guided by the Marketing Manager, the Social Media Intern takes responsibility for all aspects of the organization’s social media presence. Current platforms are Instagram and Facebook.
This is an excellent opportunity for a student or someone new to the field who wants to gain hands-on experience, values the opportunity to be broadly engaged in promoting all aspects of a small organization, and would enjoy working with a highly collaborative group of professional staff members.
General responsibilities include:
Strategic Content Planning:
- In collaboration with the Marketing Manager and President/CEO, create a structured social media plan, to include a minimum of 5 posts per week, with content covering all aspects of the organization’s operational and fundraising activities
Content Creation:
- Spend time onsite (varying days and hours with some flexibility) to take photos and videos (including video interviews with participants and community members) to be used in social media content
- Gather testimonials from participants & parents
- Create and post engaging content using both photos and videos, executing the approved social media plan described above
- Ensure all graphics comply with Community House brand standards
Engagement & Reporting:
- Monitor and engage with followers’ comments and messages
- Track and analyze engagement and campaign success
Qualifications:
- Strong working knowledge of major social media platforms, including Instagram (prior professional experience not required)
- Photography and video skills related to creating social media content
- Creative, organized, and detail-oriented
- Strong writing, communication, and customer service skills
- The ability to work independently and as part of a team
Hours: part-time, about 15 hours/week
Pay: $17/hour
Additional Information:
This position requires some onsite hours, but some work can be completed remotely. The Community House is happy to work with students to get academic credit for the internship if desired. We're looking to start someone in early January and run for the full semester (understanding that semester end dates vary from school to school). Longer term part-time employment is a possibility post-internship.