Job Descriptions and Skills Required

Are you a leader or would you like to be?  The National STEM Honor Society Internship program is looking to identify and bring on leaders who will continue to drive toward our mission of helping as many students as possible as quickly as possible!  NSTEM is an intern driven organization where interns are quickly promoted into leadership positions for those who exhibit leadership and management attitudes and skills. There are many opportunities to take on leadership positions at NSTEM, to lead small and large teams on a myriad of projects. We have several roles including Senior Directors, Directors, Department Managers, Team Leaders, and Project Managers. All the roles have varying degrees of responsibilities ranging from managing a small team dedicated to a single project, to being a Department Manage managing several teams and projects, to becoming a Senior Director working and learning side by side our Administrative management team. This is an opportunity to quickly hone your leadership and management skills, two of the most future ready and important skills to learn and build upon  as you continue your journey through life and career.

SKILLS REQUIRED: These soft skills include that ability to mentor interns and to train them quickly toward a vision, quick and positive communications, reliability, team building, patience and empathy.  The logistical skills include being organized, running meetings, assigning tasks, following up, identifying other leaders for promotion and using Google Docs and Trello to manage the goal directed activities of your team. 

As a Grants and Sponsorship intern, you will provide valuable support to the Grants and
Sponsorship department. This internship offers an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on
experience in fundraising, grant management, and corporate sponsorship. You will assist in
various tasks related to researching funding opportunities, proposal development, donor
stewardship, and sponsorship coordination.

Skills required: The skills required are the ability to think strategically, to drive growth through the effective use of the tools that we have selected and to improve our processes as we grow. The ability to see the big picture is a must as effective communications will be critically important with people at the highest professional and educational levels in the country.

As a Social Media Marketing intern, you will be responsible for maintaining our online presence across various platforms, including Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Pinterest, and TikTok. You will work closely with our marketing team to create engaging content and graphics and maintain a consistent online presence. This internship provides a valuable opportunity to develop your skills and contribute to our organization’s mission.

SKILLS REQUIRED: Applicants with experience in social media management, posting, and highly developed writing skills, basic knowledge on social media platforms, self-motivated

• Content: As a core component of the Marketing & Social Media Department, the National STEM Honor Society content team focuses on both collecting and sharing content of other creators and producing original content to be shared on our platforms.  Mapping and strategizing content is a key part of identifying and catering to target market audiences, and forming valuable relationships with our customers.  Team members will share and create platform or persona-specific content for Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Linkedin, and TikTok.  SKILLS REQUIRED:  Applicants should have familiarity with the above social media platforms and a broad knowledge of social media/marketing advertising strategies. Those with experience in building up personal or company social media profiles is a plus!
• Pinterest: The Pinterest team focuses on strategizing and generating content that cater to the interests of our target audience. Team members devise and produce engaging and original content to be shared on our Pinterest boards. Team members also collect and share content of other creators that help promote the National STEM Honor Society’s mission. SKILLS REQUIRED:  Applicants should have experience and interest with the Pinterest platform and understand the social media/marketing advertising strategies that pertain to this platform. Those with experience in building up personal or company social media profiles is a plus!
• Graphic Design: As a team/division of the Marketing & Social Media Department, National STEM Honor Society graphics team focuses on creating visually appealing banners, icons, boards, postings and blog graphics.  Creative graphics experience is essential in working to expand our branding in all communication platforms including social media, website, PR, email sales and e-commerce.  Inspirational visual content is critical to drive engagement and clicks on social media and the focus is on creating compelling visual assets for every campaign to engage our prospects on an emotional and value added basis. SKILLS REQUIRED:  Candidates must either be studying graphics or have significant experience in graphic design.  Experience in Canva is highly preferred as NSTEM has settled on this as our standard. Experience with Adobe Creative Suite is a plus!
• Interactions: Team members will be in charge of interacting and engaging with different users by creating brand awareness, gaining leads/sales, developing a voice for the company, and relationships with our followers on our different platforms: Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, Pinterest, TikTok, and YouTube. Interns will research, create and implement different strategies to help increase engagement on the different platforms. Interns will also work closely with the analytics team to determine strategies to help our platform’s engagement increase. SKILLS REQUIRED: Applicants with experience in social media platforms, basic knowledge on the social media platforms, highly developed writing skills, and self-motivation.
• Content Management: This team is essential to the organization and execution of many of the components of the Social Media Department. Through the management of the Department’s Trello Board, team members serve as a bridge between the other teams within social media, connecting graphics, content, and interactions into a streamlined system. Members of the content management team will also be responsible for scheduling and posting the social media content created by other social media teams on Hootsuite. SKILLS REQUIRED: Applicants with strong organization, time management, and attention to detail. Given that Content Management members need to publish many social media posts before they are scheduled to be released, being punctual and keeping up with deadlines is crucial for this position. Experience with Trello and Hootsuite is a plus!
• Newsletter: The newsletter team creates monthly newsletters to be sent out to all subscribers through the website which includes (but is not limited to) chapters and members as well as their families. This team is crucial to showcase our (and our chapters’) accomplishments & I.D.E.A. values to all of our members! Team members will be involved in creating content that highlights chapter accomplishments, recognizing new chapters, coordinating with various departments to curate content, and creating graphics for the newsletter.  SKILLS REQUIRED: Applicants with strong organization, time management, and attention to detail. Experience with graphic design is a plus!

As a Data Analytics intern at NSTEM, you will be a key player in addressing critical business questions through data collection, analysis, and visualization. This internship will provide hands-on experience in tools like Google Analytics, Google Sheets, SQL, and Tableau. You will gather, synthesize, and interpret data trends, presenting comprehensive reports and actionable recommendations to directors. This role will foster your critical thinking, problem-solving, and independent learning skills, contributing to strategic organizational development and growth.

SKILLS REQUIRED: Needs to be curious and wanting to go in depth to do background research for analytics which is given. Eager to start new projects and willingness to help. Applicants with a passion for analytics and skills in verbal and written communication, presentations, spreadsheets, and attention to detail; Proficiency in Google Analytics, Hootsuite, Google SEO, Google Data Studio, or Outreach is a plus.

As a Media and Communication Intern at NSTEM, you will work on various tasks related to media and communication. Your responsibilities will include creating and editing engaging content for newsletters, researching newsletters and resource libraries, onboarding new chapters, developing social media strategies, and providing superior customer service to existing chapters. This internship offers a well-rounded experience in both media and client support.

SKILLS REQUIRED: A desire to understand each and every school and system, where they are in STEM education, and to be able to personalize outgoing emails to build long term relationships and open chapters across the country and the world. Experience in all aspects of Google Drive, including Google Sheets and Docs, as well as creating and organizing Google Drive. Search Engine Optimization and keyword proficiency is a plus in obtaining relevant and important contact information for future prospects. Utilizing proper time management and organization is key.

As a Media Relations Intern, you will promote STEM awareness and education by creating engaging content, collaborating on webinars, proofreading and editing, conducting research to connect with STEM influencers, and establishing a presence at prestigious STEM education conferences. Your work will align with the organization’s mission and goals, allowing you to build a professional portfolio and network with industry professionals and STEM leaders.

Skills required for each team: 

• Blogs: They create media, from press releases to blogs, that shape public opinion of the company or organization and increase awareness of its brand. The skills required are strong creative thinking and writing skills; passion about topics to write about; willingness to learn; excellent time management; motivation to do deep research; in-depth knowledge of GSuite office and various Google applications; independent and collaborative nature; Work ethic and willingness to learn; strong communication; enthusiasm for PR; must have a strong desire to write. Writing Sample: Write a blog about a member of the STEM community of your choosing. Take into account this has to be catchy, of around 300-800 words, and, most importantly, has to show your passion for writing!
• STEM News Team: The STEM News team is constantly on the look for engaging events to write about! If you are interested in researching, writing, and comparing numerous sources to create the most unbiased version of an event, this team is definitely for you! News can be external to NSTEM or internal (press releases, events, etc.), but always related to STEM. The skills required are motivation and patience to do deep and detailed research, time management, critical thinking, love for writing, and strong communication. Writing Sample: same as Blogs
• Webinars: The Webinars team is in charge of… you guessed it…  Webinars! Members of the Webinars team need to have strong communication and be on top of the roles and responsibilities assigned to them. There are a lot of different responsibilities, ranging from creating presentations/handling social media posts for the webinars to helping with content or contacting guest speakers. There is also an opportunity to work in the technical side of webinars, where one can handle the responsibility of making sure the webinar runs smoothly. No previous experience is needed but any previous teamwork skills are strongly recommended!
• Editorial team: The editorial team is responsible for proofreading writing pieces that have been written by the blogs team. Members of the Editorial Team need to be thoughtful and dedicated in regards to their work. It is not necessary for them to have the relevant skills entirely mastered before joining the team, but someone with writing or editing experience is preferred and a willingness to learn is also important. Because of how detail oriented this team is, only members of the blogs team that have shown outstanding writing and organizational skills will be invited to join the team (in other words, first time applicants will be required to have experience writing on the NSTEM blogs team before having the opportunity to work on the Editorial team)
• Research Specialists: Public relations is a strategic communication process that builds mutually beneficial relationships between organizations and their publics. In order to accomplish that, we need to know our public. That is where the Research Specialists Team comes in! In this team, you will be doing extensive investigation on what preoccupies and interests our audience. Skills required: willingness to learn, excellent time management, motivation to do deep research; independent and collaborative nature, work ethic, and strong communication.

As an E-Commerce intern, you will have the opportunity to gain valuable hands-on experience in the dynamic field of online retail operations. This position is designed to provide practical knowledge and exposure to various aspects of E-Commerce, including product management, marketing, customer engagement, and data analysis. Working closely with our E-Commerce team, you will contribute to the growth and success of our online retail business.

SKILLS REQUIRED: Experience in all aspects of Google Drive, including Google Sheets and Docs. Experience with design softwares such as Canva or Google Slides is a plus. Excellent written and verbal communication skills and critical thinking skills. Possesses a strong work ethic, willingness to learn new skills and take on challenges. Willingness to actively collaborate and work in a team-oriented mindset.

As a Video Production Intern, you will be part of our creative team, assisting in creating and producing various audiovisual content for our company. This internship offers hands-on experience in all video production aspects. You will collaborate with experienced professionals to develop and execute engaging visual content that aligns with our brand and communication objectives. The Video Production Internship at NSTEM is designed to provide valuable learning experiences. Interns will develop strong video editing and production skills. They will learn to effectively brand NSTEM by creating videos supporting the organization’s objectives. Interns will have the opportunity to develop, manage, and follow a video content schedule.

SKILLS REQUIRED: At least basic video editing skills with programs such as Adobe Premiere, Final Cut, DaVinci Resolve, Shotcut, iMovie, or any other common video editing software (experience with Audacity, Audition, and/or After Effects is a plus); willingness to improve their skills if only at the basic level; ability to create a story or coherent narrative out of raw footage; self-motivated and creative; able to take an idea and turn it into a polished video without a lot of hand-holding. 

As a Website and Technology intern, you will assist in developing, implementing, and maintaining our company’s websites and web applications. You will work collaboratively with cross-functional teams, conduct regular website audits, optimize website performance, and stay up-to-date with emerging web technologies and trends. This internship is designed to provide you with practical skills and exposure to various aspects of website management and technology integration.

SKILLS REQUIRED: Experience with HTML and CSS required (Javascript and PHP optional), customer service, tech support, G-Suite, strong communication, digital marketing, change management, user experience, and web design. Willingness to actively collaborate and a team-oriented mindset; Good work ethic and a desire to learn; Drive to make the best first impression for NSTEM.

As a Human Resources Intern, you will play a vital role in the full-cycle recruiting process and have the opportunity to work on special projects related to diversity, equity, inclusion, employee relations, organizational development, and training and development. Your responsibilities include resume screening, conducting candidate interviews, facilitating new intern onboarding and orientations, and managing offboarding procedures. This internship offers diverse HR experiences and promotes personal and professional growth.

SKILLS REQUIRED: Communication and interpersonal skills; maintain professional decorum; open to meeting new people regularly; confident in their email sending abilities; exemplary behavior; organizational skills; Google Sheets/docs/drive/meet.