State of Michigan · 1 day ago
The Office of Father and Paternal Engagement
Lansing, MI
Full-time
Onsite
New GradThe State of Michigan is committed to promoting a healthy and stable environment for its residents. They are seeking a motivated college intern to support programs that strengthen father involvement and empower men of color through community engagement and advocacy.
GovernmentOffice AdministrationSocial Media
Responsibilities
Develop posts, graphics, and short videos for platforms like Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and X (Twitter)
Create culturally relevant and father-friendly messaging that aligns with program goals
Respond to comments and messages professionally
Promote events, workshops, and success stories to increase participation
Assist in planning and executing social media campaigns for initiatives like iCare4Children and Men of Color
Track engagement metrics (likes, shares, comments) and prepare simple reports
Ensure tone, visuals, and messaging align with organizational guidelines
Research grant opportunities (federal, state, private foundations)
Assist in drafting proposals, budgets, and narratives
Collect data and success stories for grant applications
Review compliance requirements and deadlines
Assist with program planning and outreach for father engagement and Men of Color initiatives
Support community events, workshops, and family engagement activities
Research funding opportunities, draft proposal sections, and compile supporting materials
Create and schedule posts, monitor engagement, and maintain consistent branding
Collect and organize data for program evaluation and reporting
Collaborate with staff on special projects and initiatives
Qualification
Required
At the time of internship, must be currently pursuing or holding a degree in fields such as Social Work, Human Services, Education, Child Development, Sociology, Public Policy, or Non-Profit Management
Must be actively enrolled in a college and university
Must provide a copy of respective academic institution's Internship Agreement outlining internship objectives and academic instructor's name and telephone number
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work with diverse communities and maintain cultural sensitivity
Organizational and time management skills
Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office and social media platforms
Preferred
Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's degree program in Social Work, Human Services, Child Development, Sociology, Public Policy, Communications, or related fields
Familiarity with Canva, Hootsuite, or grant databases (preferred but not required)
Father Engagement & Cultural Competence: Understanding of family dynamics and ability to work with diverse communities
Communication: Strong written and verbal skills; comfortable engaging with families and community partners
Organization & Outreach: Ability to assist with event planning, program coordination, and community engagement
Technical Skills: Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office and social media platforms
Benefits
Gain practical experience in community engagement, program development, and advocacy.
Build skills in grant writing and social media strategy.
Network with professionals in social services and public policy.
Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in fatherhood and child well-being initiatives.
Company
State of Michigan
State of Michigan is an American midwestern state located in the union of the United States.
Founded in 1837
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknownKey Investors
US Department of Commerce, Economic Development Administation
2022-09-02Grant
Leadership Team
Brad Stoddard
Director, Office of Michigan's Public Safety Communications System (MPSCS)
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