Graduate Student Science Outreach Intern

Position Overview

Graduate Student Science Outreach Intern – Temporary-Professional Non Faculty position located in Wilmington, NC with remote work flexibility. The internship will involve outdoor field activities to support a coastal resilience research project focused on improving flood monitoring and community awareness.

• Videography & Content Creation
  • Plan, script, film, and edit short, engaging videos for public outreach.
  • Serve as creative director and editor for video content.
  • Translate technical topics into clear, audience-friendly messaging.
  • Develop content optimized for social media platforms.
• Outreach Material Development
  • Create brochures, infographics, and informational materials.
  • Support development of a portfolio of extension outreach resources.
  • Ensure materials are accessible and usable across coastal communities.
• Website Content Development
  • Assist in building and organizing a project webpage.
  • Upload and format videos, graphics, and written content.
  • Help develop a digital library of outreach resources.
• Collaboration
  • Work with researchers and project leads to ensure accuracy.
  • Incorporate feedback into content revisions.
  • Support broader project communication goals.

Work schedule varies:
Sunday – Saturday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm.

Anticipated hiring range: $20 per hour.

• Actively enrolled graduate student in good academic standing at a North Carolina college or university.
• Must have access to a computer or laptop for remote work.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work unsupervised and collaborate with others.
• Demonstrated interest in developing community engagement and outreach skills.
• Creativity and ability to translate conceptual ideas into end products.
• Problem‑solving and organizational skills.
• Ability to receive and apply feedback as part of the creative process.
• Interest in communicating science information to public audiences.
• Experience (preferred) in video production, graphic design, photography, video editing, digital fabrication, crafting, communications, or web development.

• Health Insurance for Temporary Employees.
• Access to LEAD courses to enhance career development.
• Free admission to non-revenue generating sporting events.
• Childcare discounts and wellness/recreation membership opportunities.

NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodations during the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919‑513‑0574 for assistance.

Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks. NC State University participates in E‑Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

For general questions about the application process, contact Human Resources at (919) 515‑2135 or workatncstate.