Sustainability Digital Media and Communications Internship

The University of Kentucky is offering a part-time Sustainability Digital Media and Communications Internship for the 2025-2026 academic year in Lexington, KY. The intern will create engaging content for social media and the WholeSum blog, focusing on sustainability topics. Ideal candidates should be passionate about sustainability, possess strong writing and graphic design skills, and be able to work both independently and collaboratively.
Posting Details

Job Title

Sustainability Digital Media and Communications Internship

Requisition Number

DU13493

Department Name

3CF00:Facilities Shared Services

Work Location

Lexington, KY

Salary Range

$15.55

Type of Position

Student

Position Time Status

Part-Time

Required Education

HS

Required Related Experience

HS

Required License/Registration/Certification

NA

Physical Requirements

lifting, pushing, or pulling of objects up to 50 lbs., sitting for long periods of time

Shift

8-10 hours per week

Job Summary

We are looking for a creative and motivated intern to join our team for the 2025-2026 academic year as part of the Sustainability Internship Program. The Digital Media and Communications intern will play an essential role in developing engaging content and initiatives for UK Sustainability’s social media platforms and blog, WholeSum. The ideal candidate will be passionate about sustainability, a strong writer, have experience with graphic design, and be able to tell compelling stories that inspire action.

Key Responsibilities:
• Collaborate with the Office of Sustainability team to develop communication strategies that align with current initiatives.
• Research and write blog posts for the WholeSum platform on a variety of sustainability topics.
• Create and schedule engaging social media content to increase visibility of sustainability-related programs at UK.
• Recruit guest contributors and amplify diverse voices within the University community.
• Attend and participate in sustainability events on campus to inform your content.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Knowledge of or familiarity with defined area of operational/administrative/technical specialty.

Entry-level knowledge and skill at the Bachelors or Masters level within specified area of professional specialty. Ability to understand and follow complex, detailed technical instructions.

Project planning skills. Ability to work both independently and in a team environment.
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?

No

Preferred Education/Experience

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree obtained no earlier than 24 months prior to the
date of hire; no previous work experience required.

Deadline to Apply

06/15/2025

Our University Community

We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.