WGSS Spring Communications Internship Applications Now Open!

Apply now for this new internship opportunity directly with the WGSS department

The Harriet Tubman Department of Women, Gender, and Sexuality Studies is excited to announce the WGSS Communications Internship, a new opportunity for students with a connection to the department to combine interest in digital and print communications with their interest in Feminist and queer studies. 

Position Description

6-8 hrs/week
Location: Hybrid (at least 50% in person in SQH 3121)

Responsibilities

• Work with staff and event organizers to develop graphics and copy for print and digital marketing for the department such as:
• Weekly department e-newsletter
• Monthly graduate student e-newsletter
• WGSS/LGBT/BWST course publicity
• Departmental events such as the WGSS Speaker Series Guest Lectures
• Large Community events like the Harriet Tubman Day Commemoration and the DC Queer Studies Symposium
• Assist with brainstorming, pitch, and design of other types of marketing materials such as stickers and pins
• Conduct research to pitch potential student organization collaborations and social media partnership opportunities
• Post or deliver printed flyers and marketing materials around campus
• Outreach to relevant groups and organizations
• Help maintain departmental contact information including marketing email lists, alumni, and donor records
• Research and pitch new methods for connecting with students who may be interested in WGSS programs.
• Occasional administrative support such as making copies and answering phone calls
• Support online and in-person events as needed

Qualifications

• Sophomore standing or higher
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and in group settings
• Experience using social media planning tools like Hootsuite and Metricool preferred
• Experience creating posts for Instagram, Twitter, Bluesky, Facebook, TikTok, and Linkedin preferred
• Graphic design experience in Canva, Adobe Express, or Adobe Creative Cloud Suite preferred
   

Application Instructions 

Submit a Resume, Cover Letter, and two samples of previous graphic design work OR one writing sample to wgss@umd.edu. The subject should include your name and the phrase"WGSS Comms Internship"

Best consideration for graduating seniors deadline is Monday, October 27th, and the final deadline for interns interested in joining in the Fall semester is Monday, November 10.

Receiving Internship Credit

Students can receive internship credit by registering for 3 or 4 credits of WGSS 368 depending on the number of hours they will be working. Students can repeat this internship for up to 9 credits. Students who want to use this for other majors or minors should discuss how with Gwen Warman and their major advisor.