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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS

The Edna Bennett Pierce Prevention Research Center (PRC) seeks part-time communications interns to assist us in highlighting the important work the Center is doing to improve the lives of children, youth, and families. The PRC is an international thought leader in prevention science research, training, and outreach. Our research examines how families, schools, community groups, and industry can work together to promote healthy lifestyles.

Our communications interns are a vital part of the Center’s communications core, supporting center faculty and communications staff with branding and communications initiatives. We work with our interns to build a strong portfolio to prepare them for future career opportunities.

We seek interns with skills applicable to some or all of these areas:

Research writing: writing news briefs and newsletter articles, geared mostly toward the scientific community

Social media: creating compelling social media posts for Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram

Analytics: producing regular analytics reports summarizing key performance indicators for our website, social media channels and electronic newsletter

Video production: staff profiles, social media posts

This position requires excellent written and verbal communications skills and the ability to work independently and in collaboration with others. Also a plus: experience with Adobe Creative Suite and/or newswriting.

Work location: remote or hybrid (located in Biobehavioral Health Building, University Park campus)

 

BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.

 

 

 

CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS

Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review