External Relations Intern

Virginia Spaceport Authority Internship Program gives students the chance to apply their education to real-world challenges through meaningful, hands-on projects. Top candidates are well-rounded students from a variety of backgrounds who demonstrate inquisitiveness, team-orientation, excellence, and resilience. At the time you apply for this announcement, you must be a degree seeking student who is enrolled or accepted for enrollment in an accredited educational institution on at least a half-time basis.

SUMMARY

General Description: Assist in developing written communications and content creation strategies.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Assist in the development of communication strategies.
• Assist in the design and implementation of awareness-raising campaigns.
• Assist in the creation and production of videos for public dissemination.
• Provide writing support for developing internal and external strategic documents.
• Draft press releases.
• Draft Internal newsletters and communications.
• Assist in logistical and administrative support as requested.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this title. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by personnel so classified. They are not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of supervisors to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under their supervision.

EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS

General Education

College: Current enrollment in an associate or bachelor's degree program from an accredited college or university

Major: Project Management, Public Administration, Business, Engineering, or Science.

Job-Related Experience: N/A

Certifications: N/A

Licenses, etc.: Valid driver's license is necessary when operating a vehicle while on agency business.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Knowledge: Familiarity with social media, video creation software, website development, and graphic design.

Skills:

1) Must be proficient with typing, scanning, and administrative technology.

2) Must be proficient in Microsoft Office programs with advanced Word, Excel, and PowerPoint skills.

3) Must be familiar with Microsoft Office 365, SharePoint, and Teams.

4) Must understand, follow, and promote OSHA safety guidelines in the workplace.

Abilities: Ability to communicate well verbally and in writing; work effectively with other agency staff and vendors; manage multiple tasks and consistently meet deadlines.

Physical Demands: Work is light requiring lifting of computer equipment and involves typical office behaviors. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

The employee must regularly lift and move up to 10 pounds.

Specific vision abilities this job requires include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment: Work is performed in a typical office setting.

Must be able to obtain and maintain eligibility for issuance of a NASA credential.

Must be able to pass a pre-employment background check and drug test.