Description:
Internships are short-term work experiences for a designated period of time that allow college students the opportunity to observe and participate in the professional work environment,
To explore how his/her interests relate to possible careers,
To gain practical experience in an industry relating to their field of study.
The Content Creation and Research Intern will support Transamerica Institute and its Center for Retirement Studies in their research and outreach on health, personal finance, and retirement security resources.
Responsibilities include assisting with creation of research reports and communications pieces utilizing PowerPoint, Excel, Word, and Canva.
Materials include comprehensive reports with extensive charts and graphs, white papers, consumer guides, fact sheets, infographics, and shareable images.
Assist with Twitter, Facebook, and LinkedIn accounts by creating shareable graphics, drafting and publishing content.
Conduct secondary research on current trends and topics related to the Institutes mission.
Work with public relations team to extend the reach of the content.
Requirements:
Currently pursuing a degree in gerontology, marketing, PR, communications, English, public policy, or a related field.
Candidates must not graduate prior to completion of the internship.
Knowledge or interest in areas of public health, health promotion, finances, financial literacy, healthy aging, retirement security, gerontology, etc.
Excellent attention to detail.
Strong writing, editing, and research skills.
Strong Microsoft PowerPoint, Word, and Excel skills.
Strong written communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to execute social media campaigns, curate content, and implement calendars utilizing scheduling tools.
Experience creating graphic content such as infographics and shareables preferred.
Skills utilizing website CMS, and email marketing tools a plus.
Ability to work independently, as well as take direction, and collaborate in a remote environment.
Must be able to work 25 hours a week during the internship.
Benefits:
Competitive Pay
Bonus for Eligible Employees
Benefits Package
Pension Plan
401k Match
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Tuition Reimbursement
Disability Insurance
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Employee Discounts
Career Training & Development Opportunities
Health and Work/Life Balance Benefits
Paid Time Off starting at 160 hours annually for employees in their first year of service.
Ten (10) paid holidays per year (typically mirroring the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) holidays).
Be Well Company holistic wellness program, which includes Wellness Coaching and Reward Dollars
Parental Leave fifteen (15) days of paid parental leave per calendar year to eligible employees with at least one year of service at the time of birth, placement of an adopted child, or placement of a foster care child.
Adoption Assistance
Employee Assistance Program
College Coach Program
Back-Up Care Program
PTO for Volunteer Hours
Employee Matching Gifts Program
Employee Resource Groups
Inclusion and Diversity Programs
Employee Recognition Program
Referral Bonus Programs