Social Media Intern
Host Company:
The Santiago Times
Location:
Dates of Internship:
June 11 - August 3, 2012
Language Level:
3 (Intermediate Spanish)
Internship Description:
Founded in 1991, The Santiago Times is a pioneering, Internet- based newspaper serving English speakers and international visitors from around the world. From the 2010 earthquake to the state of the glaciers and the latest mining deal, The Santiago Times is most often the international paper of record on all matters related to Chile.
Skill & Experience Required:
- Native English speaker
- Interest in social media or community management
- Ability to write creatively and capture interest with just a few words
- Engaging personality for online interactions
- Interest in Latin American and current events, news, culture in Chile
Sample Projects:
Typical projects may include:
- Develop and implement strategy to grow newspaper’s online community
- Manage Twitter and Facebook accounts for The Santiago Times
- Look for interesting news, events, and accounts for daily interactions
- Incorporate multimedia (videos, photos, etc) into network posts
Benefits for Intern:
Opportunity to improve communication skills and knowledge of Chile and Latin America, receive training from skilled social media manager, and develop bilingual language skills while participating in a collaborative office environment.
Benefits for Company:
Interns offer a fresh perspective to a company with years of experience operating in Chile, and are given responsibilities similar to any part of the team.
Placement Functions:
