The First Generation Nebraska Public Relations and Communications Intern will coordinate campus outreach and communication initiatives for First Generation Nebraska (FGN). In addition to gaining experience in programming and public relations, the FGN Public Relations and Communications Intern will assist with the staffing of in-person first generation events. The First Generation Nebraska Public Relations and Communications Intern will need to commit approximately 3-7 hours per week (approximately 20-30 hours per month).
About First Generation Nebraska (FGN):
In fall of 2017, Nebraska's Office of the Executive Vice Chancellor launched First Generation Nebraska, an initiative designed to link first generation college students and faculty and staff who share a similar academic experience with the goal of making our campus more "first generation friendly."
Acknowledging first generation status as part of one's identity might seem a small thing, but it can be critical to students' success, helping them easily identify faculty and staff who can relate to challenges they might be facing. FGN invites faculty and staff who were first generation college students themselves to participate.
In 2019, the University of Nebraska-Lincoln was recognized as a NASPA First Gen Forward Institution for its commitment to improving experiences and outcomes of first generation college students. In 2020, the First Generation Nebraska initiative was named a recipient of INSIGHT Into Diversity magazine’s 2020 Inspiring Affinity Group Award. In 2021, The University of Nebraska-Lincoln was named an Advisory Board Institution for NASPA First Gen Forward.
Responsibilities:
> Research, write, edit and proofread content, primarily for First Generation Nebraska’s digital signage campaign and social media sites
> Support the ongoing management of the First Generation Nebraska social media accounts
> Provide creative and collaborative input on First Generation Nebraska visual content for social media accounts
> Verify facts, dates and statistics to support various communication initiatives
> Collaborate with the Advisory Board to create a series of summer welcome First Generation Welcome videos
> Assist with the planning of First Gen Celebration Week events held each November
> Assist with the planning of First Gen Friday events throughout the academic year
> Attend/Staff First Generation Nebraska on campus events as assigned
> Assist with other special communication projects as assigned
Qualifications:
> Identity as a first generation college student or be a strong ally preferred, but not required
> Must currently be pursuing a degree in Journalism/Mass Communications, Advertising, English, Marketing, or related field of study
> Must possess a high level of motivation, a willingness to learn, and the ability to complete projects in a timely manner
> Outstanding writing and verbal communication skills; including attention to detail, facts and accuracy, and strong organizational skills
> Must be able to work independently/remotely
> Excellent computer skills; including management of social media accounts, proficiency in design, and familiarity with video editing software; experience with video editing highly preferred
> Passionate about enhancing first generation experiences for students, staff, and faculty at Nebraska
*Application review of candidates will begin on June 11, 2021.
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