FamilySearch Marketing/Communications Intern

The Church Of Jesus Christ Of Latter-Day Saints - Lehi, UT

Full-time - Intern

Lehi, UT

Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations

About the position

FamilySearch is expanding its messaging to diverse audiences and is seeking a strong communicator to help shape a new strategy. As a Marketing/Communications Intern, you will have the opportunity to collaborate with various teams across the organization to understand user experiences, identify patron benefits, and develop messaging tactics that meet the needs of patrons. Your role will be crucial in creating positive experiences for patrons worldwide as they discover, gather, connect, and unite their families. Additionally, you may be involved in short-term projects focusing on user-journey marketing and content development. This internship is a one-year contract position, providing a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the field of marketing and communications within a supportive and mission-driven environment. You will report directly to Sarah Hammon, the Project Manager, who will guide you through your responsibilities and help you develop your skills in a real-world setting.

Responsibilities

• Help gather research and develop 'go to market' strategies, product marketing briefs, and customer journeys
• Research and share supportive tactics on patron motivations and behaviors
• Develop a solid understanding of FamilySearch experiences to engage patrons in new ways
• Maintain a big-picture understanding of FamilySearch updates and the most effective communication strategies and channels, for both external and internal audiences
• Work closely with various teams, especially engineering, to design, build, and implement new products, features, and updates
• Coordinate and support department initiatives and area requests for localized content, aligning with overall strategy and brand
• Assist in FamilySearch events and trainings, as needed

Requirements

• Pursuing/received a bachelor's degree in communications, marketing, or related field
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Interest in product marketing and market research
• Ability to work collaboratively across teams and divisions
• Experience with Microsoft Office products
• Extremely organized, detail oriented, capable of prioritizing projects
• Self-motivated and strong work ethic

Benefits

• Paid internship engagement
• Opportunity to work in a mission-driven environment
• Gain hands-on experience in marketing and communications