Communication Intern

Emergent Method seeks a student intern to support a wide range of communication, marketing, and general business tasks for firm and its clients. The ideal candidate is a proactive problem solver who is eager to learn, is organized, and able to work in a fast-paced environment and takes pride in developing high-quality deliverables.
This internship is based in Baton Rouge, with flexible working hours and locations. Internship working hours may be during and after business hours, and a blend of in-office and remote work is possible. This role requires the availability to work 20-30 hours (or more, depending on availability) per week.
Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Drafting deliverables such as newsletters, press releases, media advisories, and reports
• Creating content for social media and managing a content calendar
• Designing social media graphics and formatting documents and presentations
• Conducting research and maintaining lists, databases, and spreadsheets
• Developing meeting agendas, summaries, and action items
• Collaborating with team members to support various projects and tasks
• Assisting with administrative tasks such as running errands, stocking supplies, and providing general office support as needed
• Providing event support as needed

Qualifications

Qualifications for this position include:

• Studying toward a bachelor’s degree in mass communication, journalism, public relations, political communication, English, marketing, or a related field
• Strong written communication skills, including an adept knowledge of AP Style guidelines
• Strong visual communication skills, including an adept knowledge of Canva and Adobe InDesign
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
• Knowledge of social media platforms, including X, Facebook, LinkedIn, and Nextdoor, and social media trends
• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills with a willingness to “roll up your sleeves” to complete tasks
• Effective time management, organizational, interpersonal, and project management skills
• Strong work ethic with a keen attention to detail
• In good academic standing
• Involvement in extracurricular activities with demonstrated leadership experience
• Ability to maintain the strictest confidentiality regarding internal practices, as well as client names, projects, and other information

Background

Emergent Method is a nationally recognized management consulting firm focused on developing and implementing plans, programs, and initiatives that result in transformative impact. We are focused on strengthening the skills, capacity, and resources of our clients to support them in creating unique and valuable experiences for their stakeholders.
With an uncommonly high degree of ownership in the work we do, our team thrives on solving complex challenges, delivering solutions built to last, and driving transformational growth.
We work from the inside out — fully engaged with our client teams and invested in their success. Their most pressing challenges and opportunities become our own. Our flexible, adaptable approach allows us to work seamlessly as trusted advisers, embedded team members, or both, to support client needs, using every engagement as an opportunity to deliver powerful results, together. 
Our expertise travels well to all markets and benefits all sectors, allowing us to work wherever there’s a good client fit. Our consultants have significant experience working across a wide range of industries and in the private, public, and nonprofit sectors. We successfully work within the bounds of both large-scale projects that may span years as well as short-term, time-sensitive efforts.
Our integrated, interdisciplinary team of consultants brings an expansive range of skillsets and experience to power a broad scope of services and solutions. Whether you are looking to develop or implement a new strategy, brand, marketing or communication campaign, IT system, program, or a unique and innovative project, we stand ready to be your partner.
Emergent Method and associated entities are equal opportunity employers. We do not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis or any protected class under federal, state, or local law.