The person in this role will assist with promoting events and programs sponsored by the Cowork Frederick Foundation. The emphasis of this internship is strengthening marketing, as well as planning, organizing, and communication skills. You’ll wear a lot of hats and gain well-rounded experience.

To be successful, you’ll need a solid understanding of our events, programs, and target audience, so your first week will be spent becoming familiar with Cowork Frederick, our branding and communication style, and how to use the tools you’ll need. You’ll then start generating content that, after being reviewed and edited, will be published. You’ll get direct feedback on all your work so you can perfect it over time.

This unpaid internship is designed to qualify for class credit, where applicable. Upon the successful completion of the internship, you will be paid a $500 stipend to help cover parking and other expenses.

Targeted majors: Business, Marketing, Communications

Tools you’ll use: Canva, Mailchimp, MS Word or Google Docs, Slack, Socialbee

Time commitment: 120 hours, typically as 10 hours a week for 12 weeks (negotiable)

Tasks:

• Design and create event posters
• Hang posters at designated locations around downtown Frederick
• Create event-related social media content
• Schedule social media posts using Socialbee
• Write press releases and blog posts for events and programs
• Assist with event setup and, schedule allowing, work some events
• Assist with routine operational tasks (restocking soft drinks, taking out trash, etc.)
• Provide a weekly status report of activities and progress toward goals

General Expectations

• Attitude – We have “playground rules”, like being considerate, to which all interns must adhere. In addition, we want you to approach your internship with integrity, leadership, and a can-do attitude.
• Laptop – Everyone at Cowork Frederick uses their own computers, so you’ll need to bring a laptop you can use for your work. We’ll give you access to our network, software, and the files you need.
• Prerequisite Skills – You must have basic computer and good communication skills, be able to work independently (once given direction), and effectively manage your time to complete tasks.
• Parking – We do not have dedicated parking. There are two parking garages within a block of our location. That said, we encourage walking, biking, car-pooling, and taking public transportation.
• Work schedule – We’ll work with you to agree on a work schedule, then expect you to adhere to it. Timely arrival for work is essential, as is completing the full internship term.

Interested?

Let us know which internship position you want and why. Be prepared to provide a copy of your college transcript or high school grade sheet and a resume.