Duke University:

Duke University was created in 1924 through an indenture of trust by James Buchanan Duke. Today, Duke is regarded as one of America’s leading research universities. Located in Durham, North Carolina, Duke is positioned in the heart of the Research Triangle, which is ranked annually as one of the best places in the country to work and live. Duke has more than 15,000 students who study and conduct research in its 10 undergraduate, graduate and professional schools. With about 40,000 employees, Duke is the third largest private employer in North Carolina, and it now has international programs in more than 150 countries.

Be You.

For the Charmaine McKissick-Melton Communications Fellowship (Summer 2026)

The Pratt School of Engineering is seeking a part-time Communications & Marketing Intern to support strategic communications initiatives that promote the school’s research, faculty expertise, student achievements, and community impact.

Duke Engineering is committed to advancing engineering education and research that addresses complex global challenges—from climate and sustainability to health innovation, AI, and infrastructure. Through interdisciplinary collaboration, hands-on learning, and industry partnerships, our school prepares students to lead and innovate in a rapidly changing world.

The Communications & Marketing Intern will support the development of compelling, mission-driven content that highlights impact across digital platforms. This role will contribute to storytelling efforts that align with institutional priorities and enhance the school’s visibility among prospective students, alumni, faculty, partners, and donors.

Duke Engineering maintains several communications platforms that the intern will help support and elevate, including Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook, YouTube, and web-based news features.

Desired Qualifications:

Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Portfolio of creative work (video, graphics, and/or photography)
Strong visual and storytelling skills
Exceptional organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects
Ability to meet deadlines and arrive on time for scheduled meetings (virtual or in-person)
Confidence in contributing creative ideas
Open to constructive feedback and committed to refining creative work through collaboration
Ability to work independently and complete tasks with minimal supervision
Familiarity with current social media platforms, trends, and analytics
Basic video editing experience (CapCut, Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, or similar software)
Experience with Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, or similar design tools
Photography and/or videography experience a plus

Other Requirements

This position will report to the Digital & Brand Strategy team within the Strategic Marketing & Communications group at the Pratt School of Engineering. The Communications & Marketing Intern will work in close collaboration with the Senior Multimedia Producer and the Senior Integrated Marketing Communications Specialist.

Be Bold.

The intern will assist the team with the creation and dissemination of content, which may include:

Social media posts highlighting research breakthroughs, student experiences, and faculty thought leadership
Short-form video content for digital platforms
Event promotion and recap content
Graphics and visual assets aligned with brand standards
Website/news story support as needed

With guidance from the Strategic Communications & Marketing team, the intern will review past projects to provide recommendations for visual content strategy focused on increasing engagement and boosting views.

Choose Duke.

Job Code: 00000729 NONDUKE STUDENT/INTERN

Job Level: 00

Anticipated Pay Range: Duke University provides an annual base salary range for this position as USD $0.00 to USD $0.00. Duke University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position; candidate's work experience, education/training, and key skills; internal peer equity; as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer.

Your total compensation goes beyond the dollars on your paycheck. Duke provides comprehensive and competitive medical and dental care programs, generous retirement benefits, and a wide array of family-friendly and cultural programs to eligible team members. Learn more at: https://hr.duke.edu/benefits/

Equal Opportunity Employer: Duke is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, (including pregnancy and pregnancy related conditions), sexual orientation, or military status.

Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas—an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values.

Essential Physical Job Functions:

Certain jobs at Duke University and Duke University Health System may include essential job functions that require specific physical and/or mental abilities. Additional information and reasonable accommodation(s) can be requested with Duke Access and Accommodations Services (email: DAAS@duke.edu; phone: 919-668-1267).

Communications & Marketing Intern, Pratt School of Engineering

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