Marketing and Communications Intern

Wisconsin Association for Talented & Gifted - WATG

Wisconsin Association for Talented and Gifted (WATG):

The Wisconsin Association for Talented and Gifted (watg.org) is a non-profit organization for parents, educators, and others dedicated to improving advanced educational opportunities for children from all income and cultural groups. The mission of the Wisconsin Association for Talented and Gifted is to educate about and advocate for the needs of gifted individuals in Wisconsin.

http://www.watg.org/

Position Details

Marketing and Communications Intern
Internship
Part-time
5/3/2018
Southwest Wisconsin
Waunakee, WI

WATG seeks a marketing intern to help take it to the next level in visibility and influence. This is a virtual position that serves the entire state of Wisconsin. Intern will work remotely from home. Commitment is approximately 5-10 hours per week with schedule determined by the intern. 

Responsibilities may include:

  • Develop a marketing plan for the organization 
  • Update and maintain WATG’s social media presence, including scheduling Facebook and Twitter updates 
  • Assist in planning, writing and managing monthly eNewsletter 
  • Draft, distribute and pitch news releases, media alerts and other stories 
  • Design flyers, graphics, e-vites and other marketing material for major events hosted by WATG 
  • Update the WATG website when needed 
  • Attend monthly virtual meetings and prepare and present report on activities 
  • Reach out to the community organizations, general public and donors with the message about WATG 
  • Collaborate with Board on new ideas, directions, and venues for marketing and communications 
  • Plan and facilitate virtual Marketing Committee meetings including distributing agenda and taking minutes
  • Assist with yearly state-wide conference
  • Firm grasp of available tools and platforms in the social media space 
  • Working toward or completion of a college degree, preferably in a related field (e.g., English, Marketing/Communications, or Public Relations) 
  • Previous internship or related experience in marketing or communications is a plus 
  • Must be computer literate (working knowledge of word processing, PowerPoint, Excel). Proficiency in Adobe InDesign and Photoshop highly desired. 
  • Knowledge of HTML and graphic design a plus 
  • An effective communicator, both written and oral 
  • Ability to communicate in a professional manner with press and community contacts 
  • Self-motivated, good organizational skills, detail-oriented, ability to prioritize, multi-task and meet deadlines 
  • Enthusiasm for the mission of WATG and the families we serve

$100 per month stipend. 

Will leave the internship with an understanding and appreciation for how a small non-profit works. 


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