Communications Intern - Social Media (Summer 2019) at Garmin International Communications Intern - Social Media (Summer 2019) at Garmin International Posted in Media - Journalism - Newspaper about 6 hours ago. This job brought to you by eQuest Type: Full-Time Location : Olathe, Kansas Job Description: GPS Manufacturer/Distributor Great ideas sometimes come from singular inspiration, but more often theyre a result of collaborative effort. Inside Garmin, we like to foster an environment of participation and engagement. We support professional development, offer well-designed career paths and adhere to a policy that prioritizes promoting from within the company to maximize the opportunities for our associates. We are also committed to being a good corporate citizen and providing opportunities for associates to contribute toward a healthy, sustainable world. Forget special projects for newbies, our Communications - Social Media Intern will enjoy a hands-on learning experience in production where you will assist Garmins Marketing Communication department in a team-oriented environment under supervision. We are looking for a full time Communications - Social Media Intern for our headquarters in Olathe, Kansas. In this role you will assist with creating content that aligns with Garmin's brand standards for the company's owned channels, leveraging social media to promote new products, social campaigns and other programs. Key responsibilities include: Create and maintain social media editorial calendar for sharing interesting, timely content on all company-owned platforms Assist with coordinating multimedia stories and assets for the company's blog and social channels Assist with monitoring the brand and relevant conversations online to engage with influencers and assess and mitigate brand risk Assist with analyzing and reporting on social media success metrics including competitive research Assist in marketing brainstorms and creative planning sessions for new products and topical events Qualified candidates for this role will possess the following education, experience and skills: Pursing a Bachelors Degree in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism, English, or another related major Strong academics (cumulative minimum 3.0 GPA as a general rule) Demonstrated experience using a variety of social media channels, including Twitter, Facebook, YouTube, Pinterest Proficiency using Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint) Quick learner with a demonstrated ability to work proactively and effectively to achieve milestones and timelines Detail oriented with the ability to prioritize and multi-task in a flexible, fast paced and changing environment Demonstrated strong and effective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills Must be team-oriented, possess a positive attitude and work well with others Desirable Qualifications: Technologically savvy with experience in and/or enthusiasm for navigation, consumer electronics, wireless, fitness, and/or automotive electronics Knowledge of Garmin's brand and product lines Demonstrated passion for social media and emerging technologies, social media software or tools a plus Required Documents: Please attach a writing sample to your application. This can be an article, blog post, paper or something that shows off your writing abilities. As part of our ongoing commitment to helping associates maintain a healthy balance between work and life, we sponsor company-wide and individual wellness initiatives, as well as world-class sporting eventsand even some of the participating athletes. In each of the communities in which we do business, Garmin has a strong philanthropic and civic presence. Our associates benefit from these connections in many ways, including through discounts on products and services, opportunities to attend sponsored events, and even help with work-life initiatives, such as pilot certification and adoption assistance. EEO/AA/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans