Communications Intern

Student Advanced Level

• Requisition : req
  37599
• Working Title
  :
  Communications Intern
• Pay
  : $16.00 Hourly
• Campus
  :
  Main
  - Albuquerque, NM
• Department
  :
  Off Campus Work Study (454F)
• Employment Type
  :
  Student Employment
• Student Type
• Status
  :
  Non-Exempt
• Background Check Required
  :
  Yes
• For Best Consideration Date
• Position Summary
  :

Organization:
Jobs for America s Graduates
- New Mexico (JAG-NM)

Location:
Remote

An Off-Campus Work-Study Position - MUST have a Work-Study Award

Organization Overview

JAG-NM is a statewide nonprofit that prepares young people for success in school, work, and life through career readiness training, employer connections, and ongoing support.

Internship Description

The Communications Intern will support JAG-NM’s outreach and visibility by creating social media content, drafting program updates, and assisting with communications materials. Working with the Communications Director, the intern will turn program activity into content that supports recruitment, employer engagement, and statewide awareness.

Key Responsibilities:

• ● Create and edit social media content
• ● Write short-form content (captions, highlights, updates)
• ● Organize and refi ne content from program staff
• ● Support scheduling and coordination of posts
• ● Assist with outreach materials (fl yers, one-pagers, digital content)
• ● Contribute to campaigns (events, internships, employer engagement)

Learning Outcomes

• ● Professional communication and writing skills
• ● Digital content creation and brand alignment
• ● Exposure to nonprofi t and workforce development operations
• ● Experience managing tasks in a team environment

Schedule:

20 Hours/week flexible

Enrolled in a degree seeking program at UNM, Enrolled at least half-time (6 hours) at UNM for fall and spring semesters (Audit hours do not count), and if Work Study, you must meet Satisfactory Academic Progress.

Preferred Candidate Traits

• ● Strong writing skills and attention to detail
• ● Comfortable with social media platforms
• ● Self-directed and able to complete tasks independently
• ● Organized and able to meet deadlines
• ● Open to feedback and willing to improve

The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or anyother protected class.