Summer Intern - Marketing & Communications Support

Summer Intern

• Marketing & Communications Support Clarkson University $20.00
• USD $20.00 /Hr. United States, York, Potsdam 8 Clarkson Avenue (Show on map) May 14, 2026 Summer Intern
• Marketing & Communications Support Location US-NY-Potsdam

ID 2026-1320

Position Type Staff Remote No Visa Sponsorship Eligible No Hybrid Role No Pay Range USD $20.00

• USD $20.00 /Hr. Overview The Summer Intern
• Marketing & Communications Support position will provide operational and project-based support for a variety of marketing, branding, communications, and organizational initiatives during Summer 2026.

The intern will assist with inventorying, organizing, updating, and standardizing both physical and digital marketing and communication assets across multiple platforms and campus locations. This role will work collaboratively with campus partners, including University Marketing & Communications, to support branding consistency, event marketing, content organization, and communication-related projects in preparation for the Fall 2026 semester. The position also provides hands-on experiential learning opportunities in marketing, communications, branding, project management, and organizational operations. Responsibilities Marketing & Branding Support

• Assist with updating and organizing marketing and communication materials
• Support branding consistency across physical and digital platforms
• Help update templates, promotional materials, and presentation assets
• Assist with organizing and maintaining photography and video assets Inventory & Documentation
• Inventory and document existing marketing and communication materials
• Create and maintain centralized tracking and inventory documents
• Identify materials requiring updates, replacement, standardization, or removal
• Document physical and digital branding locations across campus Digital Content & Communications
• Assist with webpage and digital asset organization
• Support social media content and graphics preparation
• Assist with student-facing communications and messaging
• Help organize digital forms, templates, and internal communication documents Event & Operational Support
• Support event marketing and communication efforts
• Assist with preparing materials for campus events and initiatives
• Help manage campus screens, displays, and promotional content
• Provide general operational support for marketing and communications projects Collaboration & Project Coordination
• Work collaboratively with University Marketing & Communications and campus partners
• Participate in project planning and coordination meetings as needed
• Support ongoing communication and branding initiatives across departments
• Assist with maintaining organized project documentation and timelines

Qualifications Education:

Minimal Qualifications:

Current enrollment in a college or university degree program required Preferred areas of study include Marketing, Communications, Business, Digital Media, Graphic Design, Media Production, or related fields

Experience:

Minimal Experience:

Experience with marketing, communications, branding, social media, or digital content creation preferred Experience with graphic design, photography, video editing, or web content management is beneficial but not required Demonstrated organizational skills and attention to detail Experience working collaboratively on projects or in team environments preferred Familiarity with Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and social media platforms preferred Essential Skills

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously
• Basic understanding of marketing, branding, and communications principles
• Familiarity with social media platforms and digital communication tools
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Google Workspace applications
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
• Strong time management and follow-through skills
• Willingness to learn new systems, platforms, and processes
• Professionalism and ability to appropriately represent the University in communications and projects
• Experience with graphic design, photography, video editing, or web content management is preferred but not required
• Ability to maintain accurate records, inventories, and tracking documents Physical Demands The physical demands characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Health & Safety Health & Safety:

All staff has a statutory responsibility to take reasonable care of themselves, others and the environment and to prevent harm by their acts or omissions. All staff is therefore required to adhere to the University's Health, Safety, and Environmental Policy & Procedures. Disclaimer Statement

DISCLAIMER

The above statements are designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, skills, and qualifications required of personnel so classified. EEO Statement Special Instructions to

Applicants:

An equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, Clarkson actively seeks and encourages applications from veterans and people with disabilities. All offers of employment are subject to the applicant successfully passing a background check (including, but not limited to, employment verification, educational and other credential verification, and criminal records