Communications & Marketing Intern

Communications & Marketing Intern

NYSIF is seeking a motivated Communications & Marketing Intern to assist with digital content creation, social media planning, internal communications, and day-to-day departmental projects. This role is ideal for students pursuing communications, public relations, journalism, marketing, graphic design, or related field who have an interest in business marketing, insurance, government, and strategic communications.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Assist in planning, drafting, and scheduling content for NYSIF's social media platforms.
• Monitor social media channels for trends, engagement opportunities, and potential reputational risks.
• Support communication projects including newsletters, intranet updates, website content, and presentations.
• Help create digital assets such as graphics, short videos, and campaign materials.
• Conduct research to support communications initiatives, including audience insights, competitive analysis, and best practices.
• Assist with event support, photography, note-taking, and logistics as needed.
• Update content libraries, editorial calendars, and media tracking logs.
• Collaborate with subject-matter experts and internal teams to ensure messaging accuracy and compliance.
• Provide general administrative and project support to the Communications office.

Minimum qualifications:

• Currently enrolled in an accredited college or university program (Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Journalism, Digital Media, or similar preferred).
• Strong academic standing. 3.0 or higher – Juniors and/or Seniors.
• Ability to commit to agreed-upon hours during the semester.
• Professionalism, confidentiality, and a willingness to learn.

Preferred skills:

• Strong writing and editing abilities.
• Familiarity with social media platforms (LinkedIn, X, Facebook, Instagram).
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment.

What interns gain:

• Real-world experience developing content for a business that also serves as a statewide public agency.
• Exposure to strategic communications, business marketing, and social media management.
• Hands-on work with cross-functional teams.
• Opportunities to build portfolio pieces and gain mentorship from experienced communications professionals.

Please be advised that the New York State Insurance Fund (NYSIF) does not offer sponsorship for employment visas to employees or potential employees. Candidates sponsored for employment by an organization should be aware of their sponsorship status and the relevant expiration date(s) of that sponsorship before applying to this position. NYSIF is not currently enrolled in eVerify, which is a requirement for certain types of employment verifications.

Additional comments:

The salary range includes location pay and/or geographic pay.

Fringe benefits:

• Competitive compensation
• Future career growth potential
• Open and supportive team-based environment
• Full medical, vision, and dental (with 50%+ schedule)
• Retirement options
• Public student loan forgiveness (PSLF)
• Possibility of telecommuting, flextime, and alternative work schedules

NYSIF commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion:

The New York State Insurance Fund (NYSIF) prioritizes and champions diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) throughout our agency. NYSIF provides equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or any other protected category under federal, state, and local law.

Executive Order 31:

Executive Order 31 commits New York State government to becoming a model employer for people with disabilities, increasing the participation of people with disabilities in state service and ensuring equal access to opportunities. NYSIF is proud to utilize best practices to recruit, hire, retain, and promote career advancement of individuals with disabilities.

If you are a person with a disability and wish to request that a reasonable accommodation be provided for you to participate in a job interview, please send an email to NYSIF's Reasonable Accommodations mailbox at ra@nysif.com.

Official civil service title: Student Assistant

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

Name: Human Resources

Telephone: 518-437-1618

Email: hrexec@nysif.com

Address: 15 Computer Drive West, Albany, NY 12205

Notes on applying: Please submit cover letter, resume, and transcript (all required) to hrexec@nysif.com, referencing the Vacancy ID# and title of position in your subject line.