Governor's Summer Intern - WRSP Marketing & Communications

Date Posted: Dec 5, 2024

Requisition ID: 453111

Location:

Indianapolis, IN, US, 46204

Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a diverse range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.

At the State of Indiana, we don’t just talk about diversity and inclusion—we make it our goal to create a welcoming, accessible, and equitable workplace with a workforce that is representative of Indiana's population. As a proud equal opportunity employer, reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role.

About the Governor's Summer Internship Program (GSI):

The Governor’s Summer Internship Program (GSI) is designed to give college students real-world, hands-on experience in their desired field of study to enhance marketability upon graduation. Participation in the program will offer students a multitude of experiences including networking with state employees, resume building and soft skills workshops, agency head panels, and much more.

About the White River State Park:

White River State Park, located in downtown Indianapolis, welcomes nearly 3 million visitors a year to its world-class attractions. Greenspaces, trails, trees, and waterways co-mingle alongside cultural, educational, and recreational attractions across 250 beautiful acres. Attractions at White River State Park include TCU Amphitheater at White River State Park, IMAX Theater, Indianapolis Zoo, Indiana State Museum, Eiteljorg Museum, NCAA Hall of Champions, Central Canal, and Indians Baseball at Victory Field. To learn more about the Park and stay up to date on events, visit www.whiteriverstatepark.org (https://cl.exct.net/?qs=1da90985efabbc8fe440a54e956ab54eaf30f24bebf0f9e98570b3b61ec8d5e13344322f7a138a6933870ba7ee35a5dc24a97a1187e87b49) .

Role Overview:

This position works with the White River State Park marketing and communications team on the execution of the park’s marcom strategy and interacts frequently with park attractions and the Indianapolis tourism industry. The candidate selected should have a desire to grow their career in tourism, marketing, and/or communications. Moderate travel outside of the office setting is necessary and required. Reliable transportation is required. Please note, overall much more time is required outside in various weather conditions and for long periods of time than a typical office setting. Interns are required to spend majority of time interacting with the public.

To be considered for an intern position, candidates must be current students in an accredited college (including 4-year colleges/universities, community colleges and junior colleges); professional, technical, vocational and trade school; advanced degree programs; or other qualifying educational institution pursuing a qualifying degree or certificate.

Salary Statement:

The hourly rate for this position is $16.24 for those that do not hold a bachelor’s degree & $17.24 for those that hold a bachelor’s degree or higher by the time the internship starts.

A Day in the Life:

The essential functions of this role are as follows:

• Identify and execute one major project related to agency needs and academic area of study

• Create, develop, and sustain the programmatic efforts for the assigned discipline

• Analyze data and feedback to provide recommendations

• Partner with other relevant stakeholders to promote and enhance the quality of projects

• Collaborate with State of Indiana agencies to ensure effective implementation of internal and external initiatives

• Assist the events team with marketing special events and greenspace rentals

• Create engaging social media content

• Help build and maintain the park’s photo and video library

• Create graphics for upcoming events

• Research and assist with creating newsletters, media pitches, and press releases

• Participate in meetings to benefit current and future park initiatives

• Update the White River State Park website

• Perform special projects as assigned by the Executive Director

• Work occasional shifts in the park’s Visitor Center

The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time.

What You'll Need for Success:

• Must be currently enrolled as an undergraduate or graduate with an accredited post-secondary institution and have completed at least one (1) year of undergraduate education.

• Candidates must be current students in an accredited college, or other qualifying educational institution, pursuing a qualifying degree or certificate.

• Academic work in related field

• Excellent oral and written communication skills

• Ability to analyze data sets related to discipline

• Ability to build relationships, establish credibility, and influence leaders at all levels

• Ability to conduct well-informed research

• Ability to solve complex, critical problems

• Ability to review and make recommendations on proposed changes to relevant policies and procedures

• Ability to maintain confidentiality

• Integrity and timeliness

• Experience with copywriting, photography, videography, graphic design, and/or social media management

• Customer service skills for interacting with park visitors

• Detail-oriented

• Creative problem-solvers

• Ability to execute multiple projects simultaneously to meet overlapping deadlines

• Strong verbal and written communication skills

• Ability to work independently and with a team

• Flexible schedule

  Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:

  This seasonal position does not offer benefits and is limited to 180 working days in an eleven (11) month continuous period

  Equal Employment Opportunity:

  The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunity to all people in all aspects of employer-employee relations without discrimination because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, or veteran status. We will comply with the spirit as well as the letter of all applicable state and federal laws.

  If you are a qualified individual with a disability and require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at jobs@spd.IN.gov.

  The State of Indiana has established a culture that welcomes equity, inclusion, and opportunity for all employees and applicants. We encourage you to apply if you feel you have the transferrable skills to be successful in this position and we look forward to reviewing your application.

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