With Who: VanEck
Dates: Summer 2020
Location: New York, NY
Position Description: (This is a paid internship.) VanEck is a privately held global asset management firm founded in 1955, managing $40 billion. We develop forward-looking, intelligently designed, active and ETF strategies that strengthen long-term portfolios. We will provide qualified individuals with outstanding education and growth opportunities. If you are a high-energy individual with a strong work ethic, excellent team skills, and outstanding communication skills, we would like to speak with you.
VanEck’s Summer Intern Program includes exposure across the firm through educational, mentorship, and networking events. As an Intern, you will also be exposed to the firm’s senior management, gain an understanding of the financial services industry and learn critical business skills. Our internship program will build more than just your resume — it will challenge your knowledge, build your network and drive your career path. Our program spans 10 weeks and runs from June 1 –August 7. If you are looking to gain valuable hands-on experience while working with talented individuals, apply now!
Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Marketing Communications is an integral part of the overall marketing organization, focused primarily on content strategy, channel marketing, campaigns, paid media & advertising, social media and public relations.
The team is responsible for coordinating efforts between sales, product management and digital marketing to execute on strategy objectives defined by marketing management. It is also responsible for ensuring consistent messaging across all mediums and channels. Responsibilities also include annual/semiannual reporting and marketing fulfillment.
In addition, responsibility for the firm’s approach to, policies for, and implementation of ESG [Environmental, Social and Governance] and responsible investment lies within the team.
Responsibilities: The intern will, primarily, be responsible for helping to develop and undertake a range of important marketing and ESG research projects, such as competitor and industry research. The intern will also support the team on day-to-day tasks, which may include content review and distribution processes, reporting and fulfillment.
Experience/Qualifications:
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Detail oriented with strong written and editorial proficiency
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Strong verbal and interpersonal communication skills
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An interest in marketing, communications and public relations
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Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word
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Strong qualitative, quantitative and analytical skills
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Excellent project management and organizational skills
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Ability to multi-task and work independently with minimum supervision
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Personable and team player
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Ability to work in a deadline-driven environment, with flexibility to adapt to changing priorities
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Either a liberal arts major, or tending towards such
Language Skills:
- Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization
Application Deadline: Applications close on May 11th, 2020 at 4:15 pm
Apply (or request more information): Apply today! See more internship description information, or submit your application via the CofC Handshake Portal. In order to be considered for this position, please also submit resume with the subject line ‘Marketing Communications Summer Intern’ to internships@vaneck.com