Michigan Sea Grant is seeking a creative, engaged student to join our communications team as a part-time Social Media Intern. The intern will report directly to the Communications Editor and collaborate closely with other Michigan Sea Grant staff members. The ideal candidate is a skilled communicator comfortable with current social media platforms and trends.
Responsibilities
Collaborate with the communications team to create and post Instagram image carousels and Instagram/Facebook reels on behalf of Michigan Sea Grant.
Curate and repost content across social platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, Bluesky, and LinkedIn.
Use video editing skills to produce engaging Instagram reels and other video content.
As available, provide coverage and create real-time social media content for local Michigan Sea Grant events.
Assess Michigan Sea Grant’s social media analytics to find patterns in popular posts.
Create a list of frequent social media engagers and taggers (individuals and institutions).
Track trending creators in the natural resources, Great Lakes, fishing, and science communication spaces.
This position offers hands-on experience in non-profit marketing, supporting social media, photography, video, analytics, and digital communications for a federally funded nonprofit.
Required qualifications
Current UM-Ann Arbor student pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree.
Able to commit 10-15 hours per week with a relatively consistent weekly schedule.
Prior experience in social media, photo, video, or communications.
Strong writing and verbal skills.
Collaborative, positive, and energetic attitude.
Able to work independently and receive constructive feedback.
Proficient in social media platforms, including Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn.
Able to organize and coordinate multiple tasks with close attention to detail.
Able to work independently as well as collaboratively with multiple team members.
Exceptional communication skills in English, both oral and written.
Desired qualifications
Has photography and/or video editing experience.
Has experience with producing Instagram Reels and basic video editing.
Familiar with Canva, Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere).
Familiar with social media platforms and analytics tools.
Has strong interest in sustainability and the environment.
