<p>AFL manufactures industry-leading fiber optic cable, connectivity and accessories and provides engineering and installation services for some of the largest telecom customers in the world. Our company was founded in 1984 with a single fiber optic cable and today, we manufacture thousands of products, generate an excess of $1.5B in revenue, and employ approximately 7,000 associates worldwide. At AFL, we recognize that our employees are our greatest asset. We hire and train each individual, investing in them to ensure success in their careers. With a commitment to professional development and growth, let us connect you to your next career opportunity.</p> <p>The Social Media Marketing Intern is responsible for content strategy, developing brand awareness, generating inbound traffic and cultivating leads and sales through the various social media channels. The goal is to increase customer engagement and intimacy, website traffic and revenue by strategically utilizing all aspects of our social media marketing strategy.</p> <p>Responsibilities:</p> <ul> <li>Assist with specific writing assignments (press releases, case studies, collateral research and preparation, website research, etc.) </li><li>Prepare documents and assist with website content entry </li><li>Work closely on various community-related projects, including creative development, event planning, and writing </li><li>Support new product launches including email campaigns, web updates, PR and more </li><li>Assist with a variety of special projects as needed </li><li>Contribute to the overall success of the Marketing Communications team </li></ul> <p>Requirements:</p> <ul> <li>Pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in Journalism, Marketing, Communications, Business Administration or related field </li><li>At least a sophomore at a 4 year accredited university with a minimum 2.75 GPA. In certain instances, other liberal arts majors may be applicable to this internship. </li><li>Computer/Technical skills: Proficient in MS Office Suite (particularly Word and PowerPoint). </li><li>Available terms- Summer 2025 </li><li>Full-Time preferred. </li></ul> <p>Competencies for Success:</p> <ul> <li>Detail-oriented with strong writing skills </li><li>Ability to multi-task </li><li>Ability to work independently, but also work as a contributing member of the Marketing Communications team </li><li>Ability to adapt and learn quickly </li><li>Basic knowledge of Adobe Photoshop and InDesign is advantageous </li></ul> <p>Personal Profile Attributes:</p> <ul> <li>Ability to work effectively under pressure and in time-sensitive situations; aptitude to coordinate multiple tasks and projects simultaneously; tireless attention to detail; customer-focused and quality-driven. </li></ul> <p>#LI-MB1</p>