Currently seeking a Strategic Communications Intern to work in the Morgantown office.

Position:  Strategic Communications Intern
Office location:  Morgantown, West Virginia (downtown)
Report to:  Director of Development and Communications
Hourly rate:  $10/hour (up to 20 hours per week)
Start date:  Monday, September 9, 2019
End date:  Friday, May 1, 2020
Deadline to apply:  Friday, August 30, 2019

Description:  The ideal candidate should be a junior or senior with a major in Strategic Communications.  The candidate should have an interest in public relations, event planning, fundraising, and must be an outdoor enthusiast.  Responsibilities will range widely and are likely to change as needs arise.  Duties may include:  assisting the Director of Development and Communications with coordinating and executing special events, as well as with daily duties such as writing, social media, graphic design (Adobe Photoshop experience required), public engagement, attending events, etc.; light clerical work, such as typing or filing; and any activities, including errands or office tasks that are related to helping the WV Land Trust operate more efficiently and effectively.  The candidate should bring a “no job too small” attitude to their work, and ability to approach assignments with creativity and problem-solving skills.  Position may include some night and weekend activities.

To apply:  Interested applicants should email their resume along with a cover letter explaining why they want to work for the WV Land Trust to jessica@wvlandtrust.org, with the subject line “Internship Opportunity.”  No phone calls please.  (Deadline to apply:  Friday, August 30)