Communications Intern

Student Advanced Level

Requisition IDreq37599 Working TitleCommunications Intern Pay$16.00 Hourly CampusMain - Albuquerque, NM DepartmentOff Campus Work Study (454F) Employment TypeStudent Employment Student Type StatusNon-Exempt Background Check RequiredYes 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

Minimum Qualifications

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 Qualifications

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

Application Instructions

Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application.

Please submit a Cover Letter and Resume. MUST have a Work-Study Award. Background Check Required.

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 any other protected class.