Student - Marketing & Communications Intern

Position: Part-time, ~20 hours/week
Semester: Fall 2026

The Lacy School of Business (LSB) at Butler University is seeking a Marketing & Communications Intern to support the school’s efforts in growing brand awareness, engaging key audiences, and elevating LSB’s national profile. This internship offers hands-on experience in social media, content creation, marketing campaigns, and communications strategy. Interns will gain professional experience while making a measurable impact on the school’s outreach to students, alumni, faculty, business leaders, and other stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Social Media Management & Analytics

• Create, curate, and schedule content for LSB’s social media platforms
• Track and analyze social media performance metrics to measure engagement and success
• Develop monthly social media plans based on insights and audience engagement

1. Content Creation & Storytelling
   • Write blog posts, student/alumni spotlights, and other web content for LSB’s microsite, The Lacy Ledger
   • Conduct interviews with students, alumni, faculty, and staff for feature stories
   • Draft and create content for email campaigns, newsletters, mailers, and LSB’s annual report
   • Recommend content topics that align with LSB’s expertise and audience interests
2. Website & Multimedia Support / Digital Marketing
   • Assist with light graphic design and/or video editing for social media, web, and marketing materials
   • Assist with the LSB website refresh, including drafting content, updating pages, and ensuring content is optimized for SEO
   • Collaborate on website content strategy to improve visibility and audience engagement
3. Event Support & Campaigns
   • Support planning, promotion, and execution of LSB events and campaigns
   • Propose content ideas and campaigns to expand LSB’s reach and engagement
4. General Marketing & Communications Projects
   • Contribute to broader marketing and communications projects as assigned
   • Collaborate with the Director of Marketing and Communications to ensure alignment with LSB branding and goals

 

Learning Outcomes & Professional Development:

• Gain practical experience in social media strategy, content creation, and brand storytelling
• Develop skills in written and visual communication, multimedia production, and stakeholder engagement
• Learn to analyze social media metrics and create data-driven content plans
• Receive mentorship and feedback from marketing professionals to refine your skills
• Build a professional portfolio of work demonstrating measurable impact

 

Qualifications:

• Coursework or experience in marketing, communications, journalism, or related fields
• Strong writing and editing skills, with attention to detail
• Basic skills in graphic design (Canva, Adobe Suite) or video editing
• Self-motivated, organized, and able to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
• Collaborative mindset and ability to communicate effectively with diverse groups
• Junior or Senior enrolled in LSB401 or LSB402 Internship Course
• GPA 3.0 or above

 

Why LSB?
This internship provides the opportunity to work at the intersection of marketing, communications, and higher education while directly contributing to Butler’s Lacy School of Business’ growing presence locally and nationally. Interns will leave with a portfolio of work, professional experience, and exposure to higher education marketing on a national stage.

Butler University is a private, nationally recognized comprehensive university encompassing seven colleges: Arts, Business, Communication, Education, Liberal Arts & Sciences, Pharmacy & Health Sciences and Founder's College. Approximately 4,500 undergraduate and 1,000 graduate and doctoral students are enrolled at Butler, representing 46 states and 24 countries.

Join us at the crossroads of tradition & transformation. A career at Butler University offers more than just a job—it’s an opportunity to join a dedicated, innovative, and supportive community grounded in equity, academic excellence, and meaningful impact. Aligned with Boldly Butler, our strategic plan, faculty and staff play a vital role in delivering transformational learning experiences, enriching our campus and community, and ensuring a thriving Butler for generations to come.

Butler University is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of age, sex, race, religion, color, disability, protected veteran st