Summer PhotojournalistMarketing Intern

Cornell Cooperative Extension Tompkins County

Job Location:

Ithaca, NY - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 4 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Position Description

Working Title:Summer Photojournalist/Marketing Intern

Classification:Association Temp Program (Non-Exempt)

Start Date:6/15/2026

End Date:9/4/2026

Duration (months):Less than 3

Hours per week:20

Days per week / schedule:Monday-Friday (Negotiable)

Work Location:4-H Acres Ithaca NY; Other Camp Locations

Supervisor Name & Title:Vicki Fleming 4-H Issue Leader

Compensation:Approximately $1500 per month

Benefits Eligibility:Not Benefits Eligible

Employment Type:Temporary

Position Summary

The Summer Photojournalist/ Marketing Assistant will work alongside our Primitive Pursuits Marketing Director to create content aimed at sharing our mission and inspiring communities to experience nature through our programs. Youll be asked to capture the experiences of campers and staff each week and share these moments with campers families prospective attendees our local community and the world through blog posts on our website and social media content. Youll be asked to interview campers staff take pictures and videos as well as write and publish blog entries that tell the story of the camp offerings each week. The Photojournalist/Marketing Assistant should be self-motivated and will work primarily independently with supervision and support from the Primitive Pursuits Marketing Director.

We are seeking someone who has a passion and interest in the marketing field and is looking for a way to expand upon their skills! Individuals who bring a diverse perspective and are supportive of diversity are strongly encouraged to apply.

Required Qualifications

Photography and video experience
Seeking to work on and with a team
Ability to work independently
Experience with deadlines and time management
Project management skills including ongoing prioritization of tasks
Commit to working at least 5 weeks of the camp season June 29-September 4 2026 in addition to staff training week (June 22-26 2026)
Attend all of staff training June 22-26 2026 (40 hours)
Computer and photography software literacy
Comfortability with social media platforms (Instagram Facebook Tik Tok etc.)
Access to reliable transportation

Preferred Qualifications

Excellent interpersonal oral and written communication skills
Experience crafting or conducting interviews
Ability to empathize with young children families and instructors
Outgoing creative and caring personality with a strong desire to grow personally and professionally
Excitement about spending every day outdoors in the woods in all weather
Passion for the natural world and outdoor education
Curiosity is required experience is not

Responsibilities

Take photographs and videos each week at a variety of camps and locations
Compile and organize photos in our database
Interview campers and staff to gather quotes and testimonials
Edit and create video clips to promote our organization and programs
Write and publish weekly blog entries and email newsletters that provide an inside scoop into the campers experiences from each camp with photos
Design create and publish weekly social media content for our social media accounts
Specialized projects designed by you to benefit your professional development goals

Cultivate a library of photos stories and quotes from campers staff and families for marketing use all year long
Work collaboratively with the Primitive Pursuits Marketing Director on all created and potential content to ensure it is mission and value driven
Immerse into the Primitive Pursuits culture to ensure all content is an adequate representation of our program mission and philosophy
Communicate with Instructors and the Summer Camp Leadership Team on potential content as needed
Collaborate with potential volunteers
Other tasks related to marketing and administrative responsibilities
Other duties as assigned

How to Apply

Please complete our online employment application including a cover letter and resume.

Applications will be accepted until May 1 2026 or until all positions are filled.

Contact:

Fionna McSweeney Summer Day Camp Director at

Additional Info

Please be sure to read the Notice to Applicants found on the Jobs with CCE page: Cooperative Extension is an employer and educator recognized for valuing AA/EEO Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Cornell Cooperative Extension Tompkins County provides equal program and job opportunities. No person shall be denied employment on the basis of any legally prohibited discrimination involving but not limited to such factors as race color creed religion national or ethnic origin gender sexual orientation age or qualified disability. Individuals who bring a diverse perspective and are supportive of diversity are strongly encouraged to apply.

No relocation or VISA Sponsorship available.

The Association may make reasonable accommodations to enable applicants to participate in the hiring process and employees to perform the essential functions of their job. If you require an accommodation so you may participate in the selection process you are encouraged to contact CCE Tompkins HR at

Required Experience:

Intern

Position DescriptionWorking Title:Summer Photojournalist/Marketing InternClassification:Association Temp Program (Non-Exempt)Start Date:6/15/2026End Date:9/4/2026Duration (months):Less than 3Hours per week:20Days per week / schedule:Monday-Friday (Negotiable)Work Location:4-H Acres Ithaca NY; Other ...