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Marketing Educator Summer Intern

The Pennsylvania State University
remote work
United States, Pennsylvania, University Park
201 Old Main (Show on map)
Mar 31, 2026
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday. CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please login to Workday to complete the student application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday. If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click "Apply" and complete the application process for external applicants. Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location.For additional information on remote work at Penn State, seeNotice to Out of State Applicants. JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS Penn State Extension is seeking applicants for a summer intern to support its Organic and Regenerative Agriculture programming through content creation, marketing, and field engagement activities. Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to: Assisting with marketing and promotion of Extension programs through news articles, social media, short videos, and photography Shadowing Extension Educators and Faculty during organic and regenerative agriculture events, farm visits, and research or demonstration plots Capturing and documenting photos and videos of agricultural programming and initiatives Collaborating with the Field and Forage Crops Team and Marketing and Communications Specialist to develop and share content Creating and maintaining a social media content calendar to highlight educator and researcher work Assisting in storytelling efforts to better communicate Extension resources to farmers and stakeholders Supporting events such as Farming for Success, Ag Progress Days, and organic field days Organizing, naming, and storing digital media files for long-term use Completing an end-of-internship report and any required deliverables Desired Outcomes: Intern gains skills in agricultural marketing, content creation, and digital storytelling Increased understanding of organic and regenerative agriculture practices Improved educator confidence in sharing research and program impacts through digital tools Creation of reusable media assets for current and future Extension programming Requirements: Interest in agriculture, communications, marketing, or related field Applicant must have a valid driver's license and personal vehicle to travel. Strong communication and organizational skills Basic understanding of photography, videography, and content creation tools Computer skills specifically with Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Office 365 Have the ability to work as part of the Extension team as well as to work independently, and have the ability to follow procedures as determined by Penn State Extension Compensation: $16/hour plus fringe Approximately 289 total hours (about 36 hours/week for 8 weeks) BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. This position requires that you operate a motor vehicle as a part of your job duties. A valid driver's license and successful completion of a motor vehicle records check will be required in addition to standard background checks. CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here. EEO IS THE LAW Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473. Penn State is committed to and accountable for advancing equity, respect, and belonging. We embrace individual uniqueness, as well as a culture of belonging that supports equity initiatives, leverages the educational and institutional benefits of inclusion in society, and provides opportunities for engagement intended to help all members of the community thrive. We value belonging as a core strength and an essential element of the university's teaching, research, and service mission. Federal Contractors Labor Law Poster PA State Labor Law Poster Penn State Policies Copyright Information Hotlines