Intern - Media Buying
Arlington, TX 
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Posted 10 days ago
Job Description
Job Title
Intern - Media Buying
Job Type
Internship
Category
Internships
Location
NCTCOG - ARLINGTON, TX 76005 US (Primary)
Travel
Job Description

The Transportation Department of the North Central Texas Council of Governments is seeking an Intern to help strengthen the region's engagement in air quality and transportation programs by procuring media opportunities, planning, and tracking media buys, and coordinating with media vendors.

Applicants wishing to be considered for this position should apply online at. To be considered for another Intern position or any other NCTCOG position that may currently be open, applicants need to apply online separately for those postings. Qualified candidates must be attending an accredited college or university while in the position and able to work at the NCTCOG offices in Arlington, Texas. All submittals should include a cover letter summarizing work experience, as well as a current resume.

Ideal candidates must be able to work at least 25hours a week while attending school.

Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

  • Assisting with media buying and purchase management of advertising, print, event, and outreach items, including tracking of invoices
  • Providing support for air quality and transportation communication campaigns and creative work
  • Assisting with media coordination needs and brainstorming new, innovative strategies
  • Assisting with education and outreach analytics for regional air quality and transportation communications campaigns, and preparing campaign summary reports, proof of performance, and marketing insights
  • Assisting with planning and creating items for air quality and transportation events and committee meetings
  • Drafting website, social media, and publication content
  • Assisting in the development of graphic, visualization and communication elements of the Transportation Department's plans, events, programs, and projects
  • Serving as a representative of NCTCOG's goals and mission

Desired Skills:

  • Good interpersonal skills and written communication skills, particularly with regard to email communications
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams; with proficiency in Excel desired
  • Detail oriented, organized, creative, and possess ability to handle multiple tasks and tight deadlines
  • Knowledge of Google Analytics and Facebook Business preferred, but not required
  • General knowledge of survey tools
  • Must be able to work independently and in a team environment
  • Experience with design software (Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop) preferred but not required


Required Education & Experience:

  • Must be enrolled in an accredited college or university during employment. Pursuit of a degree in a related field desired.
  • No work experience required, at least one year of school-related experience preferred

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Compensation:

  • Minimum of $15.00 per hour


Equal Employment Opportunity Employer:
NCTCOG is an equal opportunity employer/program. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other classifications covered under federal, state, or local laws. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.

Background Check & Drug Testing:
All selected candidates must undergo a pre-employment background check and drug screening. Background checks include national criminal background check, employment history, motor vehicle record check, social security verification, education verification, and other elements as needed. NCTCOG is committed to a safe and drug free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing. All new hires are required to undergo a drug test which detects the presence of illegal drugs for months prior to testing. We appreciate your cooperation in keeping NCTCOG safe and drug free. In order to receive an offer of employment from NCTCOG, selected candidates must successfully pass the pre-employment background check and drug screening.

E-Verify:
The North Central Texas Council of Governments participates in the federal E-Verify program in order to verify a new employee's authorization to work in the United States. Applicants must be lawfully authorized to work in the U.S.

Job postings are kept open for a minimum of 10 calendar days and may close anytime thereafter at the discretion of the hiring manager.


NCTCOG is an equal opportunity employer/program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. All candidates must successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen and national criminal background check in order to receive an employment offer from NCTCOG.

The North Central Texas Council of Governments participates in the federal E-Verify program in order to verify a new employee's authorization to work in the United States. Applicants must be lawfully authorized to work in the U.S.


Job postings are kept open for a minimum of 10 calendar days and may close anytime thereafter at the discretion of the hiring manager.

 

Job Summary
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Experience
1+ years
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