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Marketing Communications Intern (Office of Communications)

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Urban Institute

Feb 15, 2024

Applications are closed

  • Internship
    Part-time
    Starts on Jun 09
    Summer Internship
  • Marketing
  • Washington, DC

Requirements

  • Be a rising junior or senior pursuing a bachelor’s degree, preferably in a relevant field such as marketing, digital communications, journalism, or public relations.
  • Demonstrate strong writing and oral communication skills.
  • Possess the ability to understand and translate complex, technical research findings into accessible, engaging messages for a range of audiences.
  • Be a creative thinker and intellectually curious.
  • Have an idea of what makes content compelling—whether it’s a 200-character social media post or a short story.
  • Demonstrate a keen attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
  • Display strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment to achieve common goals.
  • Have the ability to juggle different tasks and adapt when project or team needs shift.
  • Exhibit an interest in inclusive and equity-focused communications practices through previous experience or coursework—a plus, but not required

Responsibilities

  • As a Marketing Communications intern, you’ll play a vital role in supporting diverse marketing efforts in a fast-paced environment. While specific projects may vary based on organizational needs, you can expect to:
  • Assist with identifying, writing, and promoting short brand stories about how Urban’s work is making a difference in people’s lives and communities.
  • Help to maintain Urban’s brand and audience engagement calendar by identifying relevant upcoming products—from blog posts to research reports and data tools—for promotion.
  • Assist with crafting marketing campaign messages and social media stories aligned with Urban’s strategic impact objectives.
  • Collaborate with our Social Media Manager to develop social media guides for high-priority event speakers and where necessary, social media posting.
  • Play a role in developing and executing marketing campaigns for high-priority launches, research products, and events.
  • Contribute your creative ideas to the Marketing Communications team’s strategies and tactics.
  • Be exposed to other opportunities to engage Urban’s external audiences, including through newsletters, direct marketing to key stakeholders, and media outreach.
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Urban Institute

Elevate the debate.

Government
Industry
5001-10,000
Employees
1968
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

The nonprofit Urban Institute is dedicated to elevating the debate on social and economic policy. For nearly five decades, Urban scholars have conducted research and offered evidence-based solutions that improve lives and strengthen communities across a rapidly urbanizing world. Their objective research helps expand opportunities for all, reduce hardship among the most vulnerable, and strengthen the effectiveness of the public sector.