Communications Associate Internship
Quick answer
Michigan AFL-CIO is offering a part-time, paid Communications Associate internship for college students to gain exposure to labor communications work through research, administrative support, and skill development projects in Lansing, MI.
- Role
- Communications Associate Internship
- Organization
- Michigan AFL-CIO
- Location
- Lansing, MI
- Work setup
- Hybrid
- Level
- Entry
- Compensation
- $12,000 - $16,800 (annualized for 12-14 weeks at 10-20 hours per week)
- Category
- Communications & Marketing
The role
The Communications Associate internship is a part-time, paid opportunity for college students to gain exposure to labor communications work through research, administrative support, and skill development projects.
What you'll do
- Conduct background research on labor issues, public policy topics, or current events
- Assist with fact-checking and proofreading draft materials
- Perform administrative tasks related to organizing digital files
- Support the preparation of draft materials
- Complete supervised learning projects to build writing, editing, graphic design, or digital media skills
What it takes
- Minimum undergraduate sophomore standing
- Strong writing and editing skills
- Willingness to learn and grow communications, digital media, public affairs, political campaigns, journalism and related skill sets
- Ability to manage multiple administrative tasks
- Commitment to strengthen Michigan’s labor movement
- Familiarity with social media platforms and digital publishing tools
What you'll bring
How we treat you
None specified
Frequently asked questions
Where is the internship located?
The internship is based in Lansing, MI, with a hybrid work schedule.
What is the compensation for the internship?
The internship is part-time, paid, with an estimated annualized compensation of $12,000 - $16,800.
What are the key qualifications required for the internship?
Key qualifications include strong writing and editing skills, ability to manage multiple administrative tasks, and familiarity with social media platforms.
How do I apply for the internship?
Submit a resume, brief cover letter, and 3 writing or digital media samples to [email protected] with the subject line ‘Communications Associate Intern – Your Name’.
When are applications due?
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
How to apply
Apply directly on Michigan AFL-CIO's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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