Internship

Communication and Marketing Intern

The Frances McClelland Institute for Children, Youth and Families (FMI) serves as a research and outreach institute in the Norton School of Human Ecology. We bridge research and practice by building innovative teams of scientists committed to tackling the most pressing issues facing families today, partnering to put our research into the hands of families, community members, and practitioners who are on the front lines of building family and youth resilience, and educating the next generation of scholars and community leaders. We use research to improve the lives of children, youth, and families.

Responsibilities 

As our communications and marketing intern, you’ll gain hands-on experience developing marketing strategies, managing content, and supporting event planning for both on- and off-campus audiences. Responsibilities include:

  • Helping coordinate the annual Frances McClelland Vision Awards (October), which honors community leaders and raises funds to support our mission.
  • Creating and posting original content for social media platforms (LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook).
  • Designing visuals for newsletters, digital publications, and the FMI website.
  • Promoting FMI-hosted events and assisting with outreach and community engagement.
  • Helping communicate research-informed content to the public by creating posts, graphics, or stories that highlight FMI’s work and partnerships in ways that are accessible and engaging.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills across diverse audiences
  • Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
  • Experience with Canva and/or Adobe Creative Suite
  • Familiarity with managing social media content
  • Interest in science communication and community-focused outreach
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively
  • Flexibility and openness to learning new tools and strategies

Location

This is a hybrid position. Most work will be done in McClelland Park with some opportunities for virtual work. With advance notice, interns may be asked to attend events off-campus.

Time Commitment

Interns will work on average 9 hours/week (135 hours/semester for 3-units of credit). This is an unpaid internship. We will expect a consistent weekly schedule that is determined according to the intern’s availability and course schedule. 

To Apply

Please email families@cals.arizona.edu with the subject “Internship Application”

Include:

  • Brief cover letter
  • Resume
  • Examples of any social media, marketing or graphic design content you have created (optional)

We’re happy to answer any questions you have.  Please send us an email. 

Date posted
10-06-2025
Program
Human Development and Family Science
Retailing and Consumer Science
Sponsor Organization
Frances McClelland Institute for Children, Youth and Families (FMI)
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American Advertising Federation - Tucson (AAFT) Internship

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AAFT College Internship Program

The American Advertising Federation-Tucson (AAFT) serves as the premier industry association for marketing, advertising, and creative professionals. AAFT and the Tucson Advertising Federation Education Foundation (TAFEF) actively support advertising education and promote marketing-related opportunities for students in the Tucson area, aiming to inspire them to build their careers locally. AAFT and TAFEF have an endowed scholarship fund that supports annual internships with member companies/organizations for students pursuing marketing-related degrees.

Each year, applications for the AAFT Spring College Internship Program will open at the beginning of the University of Arizona’s Fall semester. Applications for student interns and AAFT host companies will be due the first week of November each year. The internship will formally start at the beginning of the student’s Spring semester.

The AAFT College Internship Program is a PAID program and requires all students to work a minimum of 10 hours per week for a 16-week semester (with a minimum hourly rate of $16/hr). Through a competitive application and interview process, eligible students are matched with an AAFT member company/organization (e.g., iHeart Media, KVOA, Caliber Group, etc.), and subsequently interviewed/selected by that specific organization.

The official AAFT College Internship Program Policy can be found HERE.

2026 Student Internship Application

2026 AAFT Company Application

ALL Applications are due Friday, Nov. 7, 2025 for the 2026 Spring Semester!

Student Internship Criteria:

All students should be a junior, senior, or graduate student AND must be studying a communication-related field to participate. Students must be enrolled at least half time at an accredited College or University with emphasis in advertising or marketing (Marketing, Media Arts, Digital Arts, Communication, Journalism, Graphic Design, Web Design, Photography, Illustration, or Visual Communications).

Students must:

  1. Maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0.
  2. Complete all work assignments given by the employing company.
  3. Follow the standards of professional practice set by the employing company.
  4. Be available to work on-site in the greater Tucson area.**

**While most internships are in-person opportunities, some companies may offer hybrid or remote opportunities.

Sponsor Organization
American Advertising Federation - Tucson (AAFT)
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Biomedical Engineering Student Worker Position

Location: In person at the Health Sciences Innovation Building, 6th floor

Hours per week: 15 to 20 hours per week during regular business hours with rare evening hours for events

Duration: One academic year, two possible

Compensation: $15 per hour

Supervisor: Brandon Derrow or BME staff

About Biomedical Engineering: 

Students and faculty in this major work to help people by undertaking crucial projects including early cancer detection, creating wearable health monitors, analyzing medical imaging and much more. The Biomedical Engineering department is looking for an exceptional student to join our team in the Health Sciences Innovation Building. This student worker position that will be an excellent experience to build your resume and add real-world projects to your portfolio. Students will be able to expand their skills in marketing, communications, event planning and multi-media skills, including graphic design and video. 

About the role

The intern will work directly with members of the Biomedical Engineering team in a variety of areas, from communications to graphic design and events to organizing the department’s visual boards. Some tasks you may be assisting with include but are not limited to: social media content, web content, multimedia, print and digital marketing, newsletters, and promotional collateral. You will also assist with biomedical engineering event and tour activities, with responsibilities to include assisting with event set-up, operating the event registration table, taking images and photos at events, and assisting with event promotion and metric reporting. There will be general department duties as well, such as checking students in for their advising appts., keeping department bulletin boards up to date and ordering office supplies as needed.

Qualifications and requirements

- Must be a sophomore or junior with at least 1-2 years remaining at UA

· Must exhibit excellent verbal and written communication skills

· Must want to learn and work diligently – this is an engaged position

· Must be able to work independently and in groups

· Must possess an outstanding work ethic and character

· Must be able to thrive in a busy environment with multiple projects

· Must be able to confidently and professionally interact with UArizona faculty, researchers, community VIP’s, and senior staff

How to apply: Send a cover letter and resume by Sept. 5th to: Brandon Derrow, Administrative Support Professional bsderrow@arizona.edu 

In your cover letter, please be sure to highlight:

· Your experience with social media, marketing and communications

· Your availability for Fall 2025 (hours and days)

Sponsor Organization
Biomedical Engineering Department

Communications Intern for the International Conference on Language and Social Psychology (ICLASP–Tucson, Arizona)

ABOUT ORGANIZATION

Part of the International Association of Language and Social Psychology, the International Conference on Language and Social Psychology (ICLASP) seeks to bring together scholars worldwide to explore the social psychology of language, foster interdisciplinary collaboration, and advance research on the role of communication in society. The 19th biennial ICLASP will be held in Tucson, Arizona in May 2026. The four-day summit (May 19-22, 2026) will include plenary talks, research presentations, and networking activities for students and scholars. 

Association website: https://www.ialsp.org/ 

ICLASP19-Tucson conference website: https://sites.google.com/view/iclasp19-tucson 

ABOUT INTERNSHIP

We are seeking an intern who will assist our planning team in curating a positive experience for attendees of the conference through public relations and communications efforts. Broad duties include: 

  • Developing and implementing public relations activities.
    • Help the team develop and enact public relations strategies to aid the image and success of the conference. Identify target audiences, communication channels, and effective messaging strategies to enhance interest, participation, and positive responses to the conference.
  • Create media content for ICLASP19-Tucson.
    • Help the team regularly create promotional and informational content (by means of text, photography, videography, etc.) to share via social media and other communication channels (e.g., conference website, email lists, etc.) before, during, and after the conference.
  • Assist with various communications efforts and other event planning tasks.
    • Regularly consult with committee members to ensure the timely dissemination of conference messages and announcements. Assist with various event-planning projects as needed to ensure conference attendees have a positive experience.

In addition to being able to effectively execute such tasks, the intern will ideally display the following qualities:

  • Highly motivated, engaged, self-starter
  • Professional communication skills
  • Effective time management
  • Technology skills
  • Collaborative team member
  • Exceptional executive assistant

Organization Supervisor: Margaret Pitts, mjpitts@arizona.edu 

Internship Duration: August-December, 2025 (Fall 2025 with opportunity to continue in Spring 2026 and Summer 2026) 

Hours Per Week: ~8-9 hours per week (approximately 135 hours of work per semester) 

Compensation: 3 academic credits per semester toward Communication or Public Relations degree programs at the University of Arizona 

INTERN APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

  • Applicants must be an undergraduate student at the University of Arizona
  • Applicants should submit the following documents to Margaret Pitts (Organization Supervisor, mjpitts@arizona.edu) and Shelby Carter (Team Project Manager, shelbyncarter@arizona.edu):
    1. A current unofficial transcript
    2. A current resume
    3. A brief cover letter (up to 1 page of text, single spaced) describing your interest in the position and any relevant experiences that demonstrate your potential to be an effective intern
    4. Contact information for 2-3 recommenders (such as current or previous employer, advisor, teacher, etc. who can confirm your capability for the position)

Questions regarding the position may be directed to Margaret Pitts (Organization Supervisor, mjpitts@arizona.edu) and Shelby Carter (Team Project Manager, shelbyncarter@arizona.edu).

Sponsor Organization
The International Conference on Language and Social Psychology (ICLASP)

Communications Intern

ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION:

Part of the International Association of Language and Social Psychology, the International Conference on Language and Social Psychology (ICLASP) seeks to bring together scholars worldwide to explore the social psychology of language, foster interdisciplinary collaboration, and advance research on the role of communication in society. The 19th biennial ICLASP will be held in Tucson, Arizona in May 2026. The four-day summit (May 19-22, 2026) will include plenary talks, research presentations, and networking activities for students and scholars. 

Association website: https://www.ialsp.org/

ICLASP19-Tucson conference website: https://sites.google.com/view/iclasp19-tucson

ABOUT THE INTERNSHIP:

We are seeking an intern who will assist our planning team in curating a positive experience for attendees of the conference through public relations and communications efforts.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Broad duties include: 

  • Developing and implementing public relations activities.
    • Help the team develop and enact public relations strategies to aid the image and success of the conference. Identify target audiences, communication channels, and effective messaging strategies to enhance interest, participation, and positive responses to the conference.
  • Create media content for ICLASP19-Tucson.
    • Help the team regularly create promotional and informational content (by means of text, photography, videography, etc.) to share via social media and other communication channels (e.g., conference website, email lists, etc.) before, during, and after the conference.
  • Assist with various communications efforts and other event planning tasks.
    • Regularly consult with committee members to ensure the timely dissemination of conference messages and announcements. Assist with various event-planning projects as needed to ensure conference attendees have a positive experience.

QUALIFICATIONS:

In addition to being able to effectively execute such tasks, the intern will ideally display the following qualities:

  • Highly motivated, engaged, self-starter
  • Professional communication skills
  • Effective time management
  • Technology skills
  • Collaborative team member
  • Exceptional executive assistant

SUPERVISOR:

Margaret Pitts, mjpitts@arizona.edu

DURATION:

August-December, 2025 (Fall 2025 with opportunity to continue in Spring 2026 and Summer 2026) 

HOURS:

~8-9 hours per week (approximately 135 hours of work per semester) 

COMPENSATION:

3 academic credits per semester toward Communication or Public Relations degree programs at the University of Arizona 

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:

  • Applicants must be an undergraduate student at the University of Arizona
  • Applicants should submit the following documents to Margaret Pitts (Organization Supervisor, mjpitts@arizona.edu) and Shelby Carter (Team Project Manager, shelbyncarter@arizona.edu):
    1. A current unofficial transcript
    2. A current resume
    3. A brief cover letter (up to 1 page of text, single spaced) describing your interest in the position and any relevant experiences that demonstrate your potential to be an effective intern
    4. Contact information for 2-3 recommenders (such as current or previous employer, advisor, teacher, etc. who can confirm your capability for the position)

Questions regarding the position may be directed to Margaret Pitts (Organization Supervisor, mjpitts@arizona.edu) and Shelby Carter (Team Project Manager, shelbyncarter@arizona.edu).

 

Sponsor Organization
International Conference on Language and Social Psychology (ICLASP)
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Marketing & Communications Associate

ABOUT THE INTERNSHIP:

The Marketing & Communications Associate will play a pivotal role in shaping and disseminating the public communications of Council Member Perez. This role is ideal for a creative self-starter who understands the importance of voice and timing in civic storytelling. The intern will support both executive communications and marketing efforts, ensuring that the Council Member's voice and messages effectively reach and resonate with the Ward 5 community and the greater Tucson area.

ABOUT COUNCIL MEMBER ROCQUE PEREZ:

Council Member Rocque Perez was appointed to represent Tucson's Ward 5 in May 2025, becoming one of the youngest individuals to serve on the City Council and one of few to assume office and openly identify as a member of the LGBTQ+ community. A Tucson native, Perez brings a strong background in education advocacy, having served as Executive Director of the Metro Education Commission. His work has centered on expanding access to education, promoting healthy living, and advancing civic participation. Perez is committed to Mayor and Council’s comprehensive vision of community well-being—supporting residents across all stages of life through a continuum of care that addresses health, education, housing, and economic opportunity.

DURATION:

July 1 to December 1, 2025

LOCATION:

Tucson, AZ (Hybrid: Remote and In-Office)

COMPENSATION:

Paid Internship (Hourly); Academic Credit Available

HOURLY RATE:

15-30 Hours Weekly; $17-20 an hour

KEY RESPONSIBILITES:

• Manage and grow the Council Member's presence on platforms such as LinkedIn, Instagram, and Tik Tok, aligning content with ward interests and engagement.
• Create branded materials (flyers, visuals, signage) for projects like participatory budgeting, community events, and town halls.
• Capture and edit photography and video content for social media and other communications channels.
• Contribute to newsletter and other email outputs.
• Assist in organizing press releases and collaborating with City communications staff and local outlets.
• Utilize AI tools, such as ChatGPT, to enhance content creation and streamline communication processes.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Strong writing and editing skills, with an adaptable tone suitable for various audiences.
• Experience or coursework in marketing, journalism, political science, public relations, or related fields.
• Proficiency in graphic design and content creation tools (e.g., Canva, Adobe Creative Suite).
• Experience with photography and video editing for social media platforms.
• Familiarity with AI tools like ChatGPT for content development.
• Bilingual in Spanish is a plus.

WHAT YOU'LL GAIN:

• Mentorship and experience working directly with an elected official and City Hall staff.
• Real-world experience in shaping narratives within local government.
• A portfolio of written, visual, and strategic communication projects.
• Involvement in policy, community investment, and civic engagement efforts that make an immediate impact.

TO APPLY:

Please submit a résumé, a brief letter of interest, and at least one writing and one design
sample to lupita.robles@tucsonaz.gov by June 30, 2025.

Sponsor Organization
City of Tucson – Office of Council Member Rocque Perez (Ward 5)

MarComm Intern

ABOUT THE INTERNSHIP:

Would you like to help tell stories about the exciting research happening in the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences? Or profile amazing students and alumni? We would love to have you join our fun, hard-working SBS Marketing and Communication team! School credit available. 

LOCATION:

Computer Center, Room 236C, 1077 N. Highland Ave

DURATION:

Fall 2025

RESPONSIBILITES:

Help the College of SBS MarComm team with writing stories and press releases. Possible stories include writing about faculty research or grants in SBS and profiling alumni or students. May also help with event promotion, social media, and other marketing activities.

QUALIFICATIONS:

A 3.0 GPA or higher; Strong writing skills; Self-motivated; Good interpersonal skills.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

Cover letter, resume, and two writing samples to Lori Harwood, Executive Director of SBS Marketing and Communications, College of SBS, harwoodl@arizona.edu; 520-626-3846

Sponsor Organization
University of Arizona College of Social and Behavioral Sciences
College of Social and Behavioral Sciences

Study Abroad Marketing & Communication Student Worker

ABOUT THE INTERNSHIP:

University of Arizona Study Abroad is seeking a paid Study Abroad Marketing & Communication Student Worker who is enthusiastic about the opportunity to get significant professional work experience during their college career. If selected, this student will work as a team member of the Study Abroad Team in designing and coordinating the development of social media and communications content. They will also assist at Study Abroad events as needed. This position also involves high collaboration with the Arizona International Marketing Team.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

The primary duty of this job is to assist the Study Abroad Team in their digital outreach efforts. This includes:

  • Writing and editing social media content
  • Creating social media graphics
  • Coordinating the Study Abroad Social Media Ambassador program, including recruitment and training
  • Running the photo/video contest
  • Gathering in-person interviews and testimonials at events
  • Brainstorming marketing and advertising content
  • Posting to the study abroad calendar
  • And more!

QUALIFICATIONS:

Qualified applicants will have the following attributes:

  • Excellent verbal and written communications skills
  • Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving skills
  • Team player
  • Self-starter/ability to complete tasks independently
  • Willingness to jump in to do what needs to be done
  • Openness to feedback
  • Willingness to learn
  • Professionalism
  • Attention to detail and accuracy
  • Integrity, punctuality and dependability

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:

  • Enrolled University of Arizona student
  • Eligible for Federal Work Study
  • Must have at least 1 full school year remaining in degree program
  • Must be able to work at least 15 hr/week during fall/spring semester
  • Knowledge of popular social media platforms and trends, especially Instagram

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Preferred applicant will have the following:

  • Experience in marketing, communications, or in an office environment
  • Familiarity with Canva
  • Experience editing videos for social media
  • Study abroad/international travel experience
  • Preference given to Sophomores because we are seeking a student that would like to work in this position for the duration of their college career

DEADLINE TO APPLY:

August 19, 2025 at 6:00 AM

APPLICATION:

Please apply on Handshake: 

https://arizona.joinhandshake.com/jobs/9698946?searchId=c168f803-cc95-4b62-ae01-849cb8d2a76d

Sponsor Organization
University of Arizona Study Abroad
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Entre2Mundos (Between 2 Worlds) Intern

ABOUT THE INTERNSHIP:

Ad Astra STEAM Media is currently preparing for the October launch of our newest animated project, Entre2Mundos, and we’re looking to bring on passionate and creative Undergraduate UofA students as summer interns. Whether you're into storytelling, visual design, video editing, community engagement, or fandom culture, there’s a place for you to shine. These roles are focused on helping us build and execute a digital content and social media campaign in the lead-up to our release. The internship is unpaid.

You’ll be working alongside experienced producers and artists, including Creative Producer Carisse Zepeda, Social Media Producer Dani Abraham, and Creator Marc Sanchez. Interns will gain real-world experience building a fanbase, designing branded content, and helping launch a culturally rich, mythologically inspired series to the world.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:

  • Applicants must have a strong interest in anime and manga, especially series with bold worldbuilding and powerful themes like One Piece, Gurren Lagaan, Soul Eater, and other high-energy, character-driven titles.
  • Applicants must commit to approximately 6–10 hours of work per week throughout the summer (flexible).

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Content strategy and campaign messaging
  • Social media planning and execution
  • Digital asset creation and branding
  • Cross-platform audience engagement
  • Collaborating with a creative production team on a multimedia launch

DURATION:

Summer 2025 (May–October)

FORMAT:

Remote-friendly with occasional check-ins

APPLICATION:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeUI8NXZjGJqRMWM58pR91MGDjev5ImANh_7MnisxUP0pe9Hg/viewform

 

Sponsor Organization
Ad Astra STEAM Media
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BIO5 Ambassadors Internship

ABOUT THE INTERNSHIP:

Our BIO5 Institute Ambassador Internship program is a unique two-semester opportunity open to all University of Arizona undergraduate majors. Students will work one-on-one with a BIO5 staff member on a project of their choice. This can include (but isn’t limited to): business administration, digital marketing, educational outreach, event planning, grant writing, graphic design, and more. Our interns are expected to attend professional development workshops.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:

  • University of Arizona undergraduate student
  • Be able to take 300/400 level classes (advanced standing)
  • Commit to 40 credit hours per semester
  • Not currently employed by University of Arizona (per DCC/UA policy)

APPLICATION:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe9Ku4ym93ZR4Jar0RdzN3rgP2agG6GJov3Mo0YRHuax9yt2g/viewform

DEADLINE TO APPLY:

August 31, 2025

Sponsor Organization
BIO5 Institute
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