Content Specialist - Summer Employment

Internship • Notre Dame, IN, United States of America

29,358 - 37,174 (Yearly) Added 2 weeks, 3 days ago

Summary

LOCATION

South Bend, Indiana (University of Notre Dame campus)

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum age of 18, strong communication skills, detail-oriented, proficiency in social media and content creation, and writing/editing ability. Preferred candidates should be pursuing a degree in marketing, communications, or similar fields and have an interest in international cultures.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Support the Mandela Washington Fellowship by providing storytelling across social media, document the Fellows' experiences, and assist with social media strategy to promote the Fellowship to domestic audiences and alumni.

INDUSTRY

Higher Education and Global Development

SHORT DESCRIPTION

The University of Notre Dame is hiring a Content Specialist intern for the Mandela Washington Fellowship, focusing on storytelling through social media, writing, and multimedia documentation of the program's events.

Content Specialist - Summer Employment

University of Notre Dame

The University of Notre Dame (ND.jobs) is accepting applications for a Content Specialist - Summer Employment.

Applications will be accepted until 01/17/2025.

The Pulte Institute for Global Development, part of the University of Notre Dame's Keough School of Global Affairs, seeks an undergraduate or recent graduate for the Mandela Washington Fellowship Content Specialist summer internship. This role supports the 2025 Mandela Washington Fellowship for Young African Leaders at Notre Dame by providing storytelling support for the program primarily across social media platforms, with responsibilities to include writing, editing, photography, and basic videography. A six-week residential program in South Bend, the Mandela Washington Fellowship at Notre Dame focuses on entrepreneurship. The 25 Fellows accepted to this competitive program attend from across sub-Saharan Africa to engage in academic coursework, leadership training, cultural exchange, local and regional site visits, networking, and community service on campus. The Fellowship also includes work with Notre Dame faculty, U.S. businesses and entrepreneurs, and members of the South Bend community.

The Content Specialist internship is a vital contributor to the MWF team, responsible for documenting the experience of Fellows on- and off-campus throughout their journey, from academic experiences to unique evening and weekend events. The position supports social media strategy designed to promote a better understanding of Fellowship opportunities to domestic audiences while also playing a role in ongoing outreach efforts to the extended MWF alumni network abroad.

The Content Specialist intern reports to the Pulte Institute communications team and is also integrated with MWF program leadership and staff on campus.

Ideal candidates have strong communication skills, are detail-oriented, and can meet tight deadlines. Preferred qualifications include photography, a business or digital marketing concentration, and a strong interest in international relations.

If needed, on-campus housing at Notre Dame is available for the duration of the program, and limited travel costs to and from the internship are provided.

To apply, email Wendy Wilson at wwilson7@nd.edu and attach a resume, cover letter, and links to 2-3 pieces of prior work in social media, photography, web articles, or videos. A portfolio or LinkedIn profile may also be submitted in lieu of direct links to previous work.

Minimum Qualifications:

At least 18 years of age
A high degree of accountability, professionalism, and flexibility
Strong understanding of social media and content creation (text, images, video) with a desire to learn more on the job
Writing and editing ability
Prior experience is not required but is a bonus. Volunteer and freelance experience will be considered.

Preferred Qualifications:

Degree-seeking in marketing, business, communications, visual design, English or writing, art, or similar fields.
An interest in international cultures, an ability to interact with people from different cultures, a respect for differences, and a desire to work with people from diverse backgrounds.

ABOUT NOTRE DAME:
The University of Notre Dame, founded in 1842 by Rev. Edward F. Sorin, C.S.C., of the Congregation of Holy Cross, is an independent, national Catholic university located in Notre Dame, Ind. For the fifth consecutive year, the University of Notre Dame has received Honor Roll distinctions as one of the top 10 higher education workplaces in the country in the Chronicle of Higher Education's annual "Great Colleges to Work For" survey...and we are proud of it!

This appointment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Applicants will be asked to identify all felony convictions and/or pending felony charges. Felony convictions do not automatically bar an individual from employment. Each case will be examined separately to determine the appropriateness of employment in the particular position. Failure to be forthcoming or dishonesty with respect to felony disclosures can result in the disqualification of a candidate. The full procedure can be viewed at https://facultyhandbook.nd.edu/?id=link-73597.

Equal Opportunity Employment StatementThe University of Notre Dame seeks to attract, develop, and retain the highest quality faculty, staff and administration. The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and is committed to building a culturally diverse workplace. We strongly encourage applications from female and minority candidates and those candidates attracted to a university with a Catholic identity. Moreover, Notre Dame prohibits discrimination against veterans or disabled qualified individuals, and requires affirmative action by covered contractors to employ and advance veterans and qualified individuals with disabilities in compliance with 41 CFR 60-741.5(a) and 41 CFR 60-300.5(a).

APPLICATION PROCESS:
Please apply online at http://ND.jobs to Job # S251620. For additional information about working at the University of Notre Dame and various benefits available to employees, please visit http://hr.nd.edu/why-nd. The University of Notre Dame supports the needs of dual career couples and has a Dual Career Assistance Program in place to assist relocating spouses and significant others with their job search.

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