A structured, collaborative, and professionally guided internship where students gain real experience in marketing and creative media.
MARKETING INTERNSHIP PROGRAM
A clear, guided pathway helps you build skills step by step while working on real projects that make an impact on our school community.
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Intentional
Structure
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Collaborative
EXPERIENCE
Work alongside other motivated students in a supportive, creative environment where teamwork and mentorship drives our work.
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Expert
GUIDANCE
Receive personalized mentorship, professional training, and hands-on experience from the Director of Marketing and Communications.
MEET THE DIRECTOR OF MARKETING & COMMUNICATIONS
Hi, I’m Jurell Sison. I’ve spent more than 15 years working in brand storytelling, digital strategy, and community-focused communication across higher education, nonprofit work, creative agencies, and collaborations with national brands and artists. Wherever I’ve been, my goal has stayed the same: use mission-driven storytelling to strengthen communities and help people feel connected. In the end, I think it’s stories that will save us.
At Holy Name, I oversee our marketing and communications strategy — everything from how we tell our story, to how we support families with clear and consistent information, to how we showcase the incredible work our students and staff are doing every day. I also lead our student marketing internship program, which gives students hands-on experience in writing, design, photography, videography, and digital content creation.
I’m passionate about helping young people discover their voice, grow in confidence, and contribute to something larger than themselves. My hope is that the work we do not only reflects who we are as a school, but also helps shape the next generation of creative thinkers, leaders, and storytellers.
If you’d like to collaborate or learn more about our work, I’d love to connect.
Program Details
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The Holy Name Marketing Internship is a hands-on, project-based learning experience designed to give students real exposure to marketing, communications, creative media, and digital storytelling.
Interns will help support the school’s communication efforts while building a professional portfolio that sets them apart on college and scholarship applications.
We believe students learn best by doing. Interns become part of the real marketing engine of Holy Name—writing, filming, designing, editing, producing, and shaping the stories we share with our community.
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Minimum one semester (Fall or Spring)
Interns may reapply each semester
Students may participate for multiple semesters and may advance into leadership roles. Renewal is not guaranteed, as we aim to provide opportunities to additional students who could benefit from the program. Returning interns are selected based on performance, reliability, professionalism, and their overall contribution to the team.
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5 hours per week for Holy Name Students
5-16 hours a week for college students (e.g. JCU, CASE, BW)
Hours can be completed:
After school (3:00–4:00 / 3:30–4:30 blocks)
At scheduled events
Through approved remote tasks
Work format: A blend of in-person training and work sessions, meetings, event coverage, and remote assignments
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This is an unpaid educational internship designed to provide students with professional experience, mentorship, and portfolio development. Interns receive hands-on training, creative skill-building, and real project ownership that strengthens future college, scholarship, and career applications.
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Applicants must:
Be in good academic standing
Demonstrate responsibility, creativity, reliability, and strong communication skills
Show interest and experience in media, marketing, writing, photography, or design
Committed to atleast 5 hours a week
Be comfortable working both independently and collaboratively
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To encourage long-term development, the program includes two levels:
1. Marketing Intern (First Semester)
Learns foundations
Completes training
Works under guidance
Gains portfolio pieces
2. Marketing Associate (After 1–2 Semesters depending on skill)
Takes on leadership tasks
Helps train new interns
Supports creative direction
Oversees projects and offers feedback
Gains elevated responsibilities
*Promotion is based on quality of work, reliability, professionalism, communication, initiative, leadership potential.
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Professional Expectations
Arrive on time
Meet deadlines
Communicate proactively about conflicts
Maintain professionalism at events
Submit work consistently
Uphold Holy Name values and represent the school well
Attendance Policy
5 hours a week must be completed
Absences must be communicated in advance
Repeated missed hours may impact renewal
Performance Review
Interns will receive feedback throughout the semester.
Renewal is not guaranteed and is based on:Work quality
Reliability
Initiative
Team contribution
Coachability/Growth mindset
Code of Conduct
To ensure student safety and protect school reputation:
Interns do not have unsupervised access to social media passwords
All posts require approval from the Director of Marketing
Interns must follow school guidelines while on assignment
Photos and videos must be appropriate and respectful
Confidential information must remain private
Interns represent Holy Name both online and in person
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All interns will receive training in:
Professional Graphic Design concepts in Canva
Photo composition
Video framing and editing
Website editing
Writing for newsletters and email
Branding guidelines
Tone and voice for Holy Name content
Onboarding includes:
A kickoff meeting
Role-specific tutorials
Hands on training from the Director of Marketing
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By the end of each semester, interns will assemble a portfolio including:
Photo collections
Edited videos and reels
Sample newsletters
Website updates
Social media creative work
Written communication pieces
This portfolio is theirs to use for:
College applications
Scholarships
Summer internships
Career development
Click below to see a sample from a former intern:
🔗 Mary H. Portfolio (Two years in the program, 1 year as an intern, 1 year as a Marketing Associate)
Four Corners of Our Work
Website & User Experience (UX)
Photo & Video Production
Storytelling & Communications
SOCIAL MEDIA
Yes, It’s unpaid—but here is what you’ll get in return…
"Throughout my time being mentored by Jurell, I grew in ways I did not expect. He has a rare ability to listen deeply, challenge you thoughtfully, and help you see strengths you did not know you had. Every meeting, whether quick feedback or a long conversation, left me with new insight and motivation.
Jurell’s mentorship helped me shape my creative voice, expand my skillset, and pursue opportunities I would never have otherwise. His guidance has played a significant role in my success as a content creator and filmmaker."
— Owen Z.
“As a mentor, he has gone above and beyond to not only teach me valuable lessons, but empower me to eventually make decisions on my own. He has shown me what humility and trust looks like from a professional standpoint. He is intentional about every decision he makes and invites others to do the same.
Working with him and for him have been nothing shy of an absolute blessing in my life and I am so proud to say he is the reason I have landed on both feet upon graduating from college. If you have the chance to talk to him, learn from him, work with him, jump on it.”
— Kahrin S.
“Working with Jurell as a marketing intern is one of those experiences I still carry with me. He created a space where I learned by doing the work. Whether it was trying new things, asking questions, or messing up a little, I felt supported the whole way through.
The projects I worked on with him ended up being some of the first things I ever felt proud to show, and the skills I picked up are ones I use in every job I do now. I grew so much in confidence because he trusted me with meaningful work. Jurell is the kind of mentor who meets you where you are and pushes you toward what you’re capable of. Anyone who interns with him will walk away having learned so much and feeling genuinely cared for in the process.
— Bella S.
"Working with Jurell gives you a clear picture of what high-level creative work looks like. He sets expectations, communicates with clarity, and gives you real responsibility so you can grow through hands-on experience. His feedback is specific, actionable, and rooted in helping you get better at your craft.
He is also highly intentional about team dynamics. He recognizes strengths quickly and builds groups where each person can contribute at their best.
Jurell’s creativity and clarity sets a high standard for anyone interested in media or content creation. Anyone who has the chance to work with him will gain practical skills, confidence, and a deeper understanding of what it takes to create excellent work."
— Jacqueline S.
Where THEY’RE AT NOW
When I first met Kahrin, she had never even held a camera. But she came to me with a strong desire to to tell stories and drive to learn like I’ve never seen. She wanted to use filmmaking to make a difference in the world.
She took everything thing that I taught her about cinematic storytelling and human connection to a whole new level.
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