Intern - Digital Media

The Oklahoma City Zoo and Botanical Garden is seeking an enthusiastic and detail-oriented digital media intern to join the public relations department. Responsibilities include helping to generate content for the Zoo’s social media platforms, photographing Zoo events and happenings, producing and editing video footage, assisting with Zoo events, and creating copy for blogs, media advisories, media alerts and press releases. This internship will begin on August 23rd, 2025 and end on or before November 15th, 2025.

Employment Status: Part time Temporary

FLSA Status: Non-exempt

Duration: 12 weeks beginning August 23rd, 2025

Pay: $14.00 Hourly

Minimum Education Requirements: Relevant college course experience or relevant degree.

Department: Public Relations

Direct Supervisor: Digital Media Coordinator

Primary Work Location: OKC Zoo Setting both indoors and outdoors

Certification: Successful completion of a pre-employment background check. Completion of assigned OKC Zoo HSI training within first two weeks of employment.

Development Outcomes

• Intern will develop an understanding of all social platforms used by the Zoo and how they assist in furthering the Zoo’s mission and vision.
• Learn how to write content in the style of the Zoo’s voice for social platforms
• Learn how to utilize social content management platform, Sprout Social
• Develop reporting skills necessary for social media
• Understand the essential role that zoos and aquariums play in conservation
• Understand how to write press releases and blogs for non-profit, conservation organizations
• Develop proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite including Premiere Pro and Lightroom
• Develop knowledge in writing and editing blogs, press releases, media advisories and more
• Understand how to search for social media trends and implement them
• Develop positive relationships with Zoo teams
• Develop ability to handle multiple tasks at once and assist with event development

Eligibility Requirements 

• Must be 18 years or older
• Must be eligible to work in the United States
• Commitment of minimum 2 full days (16 hours) in the office per week
• Current college or graduate student in relevant degree-earning program or recent college graduate with relevant degree
• Provide own housing and transportation
• Ability to work well with a team
• Ability to work will within a busy and fast paced environment
• Basic knowledge of all social media platforms including but not limited to Facebook, Instagram and TikTok.
• Interest in pursuing career in public relations, communications or digital media

Physical Demands 

• Required to walk, sit and stand for periods of time. 
• Must be able to lift 20 pounds with assistance          
• Bend, stoop, kneel, and move intermittently throughout the day. 
• Exposure to extreme weather conditions, such as heat, cold, rain, snow and ice. 
• Exposure to potentially dangerous animals.