2023 Summer Graduate Intern - Internal Communications
MKS Instruments is a global provider of instruments, subsystems and process control solutions that measure, monitor, deliver, analyze, power and control critical parameters of advanced manufacturing processes to improve process performance and productivity for our customers. Additional information can be found at www.mks.com.
Are you naturally curious? So are we at MKS. Our collective curiosity drives us to be an innovation leader in many industries. Our products drive technology advancements across a wide range of applications such as 5G, augmented/virtual reality, autonomous vehicles, clean drinking water and space exploration. We are a team of collaborators who value fresh thinking and believe in mutual respect, constructive candor, diversity and inclusion. As a valued and trusted partner to our customers, we are continually pushing the boundaries of possibility. We believe in creating technology that transforms our world and are looking for like-minded individuals to join our team. If this is appealing to you, we want to meet you.
Graduate Student Program Overview-
- 12-week summer internship program for advanced degree students in Master’s or PhD programs. This program will provide students a comprehensive and engaging experience from before your program starts to after the program ends.
- Intern specific onboarding and orientation experience
- Meaningful work and project assignments
- Networking opportunities with peers and executives
- Global project experience while working with an intern cohort
- Exposure to different divisions of the business
- Understanding of MKS Instruments’ commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
We are looking for an enthusiastic 2023 Graduate Intern – Internal Communications Videographer/Video Editor who can conceptualize and produce compelling corporate videos from senior management and executives targeted towards employees. This is an energetic role that will inform and engage our global employees (and beyond) using your strategic messaging and knowledge of media.
What you will do:
- Drive employee engagement using multi-channel communications (focus on photo/video)
- Manage set design, lighting, shooting and editing videos to projects completion
- Develop storyboard projects with creative vision and strategy
- Expand MKS’ communication channels, including corporate intranet (SharePoint)
- Work with Communications team to support corporate narrative
- Bring fresh, new ideas that fit the company’s vision and creatively work within brand guidelines
- Coordinate logistics and management of a shoot including location, product and personnel
What will you bring to the team, along with your curiosity, creativity and agility is:
- Enrolled in a Master’s or PhD Degree program for Communications, Journalism, English, or HR related field, expected graduation date of December 2023 or May 2024
- Bachelor’s degree or other certification in motion design, interactive design, 3D animation, graphic design, or supportive disciplines
- Experience as a video editor or interactive designer, or an equivalent mix of education and experience
- Strong knowledge of creative video storytelling, motion graphics and sound design
- Intermediate skills with Adobe CC (Premier Pro, After Effects, Photoshop) and Final Cut Pro, DSL product photography skills a plus
- Willingness to collaborate across divisions, channels, and levels to help the company succeed
- Self-motivation and ability to work independently
- Understanding of what is relevant to global employees in current industry environment
- Qualified candidates should be US Persons
Compensation and Benefits:
Hourly Pay Range: $27 to $49 per hour. This range is a good faith estimate of the expected salary range for this position, based on a wide range of factors including qualifications, experience and training, operational and business needs and other considerations permitted by law. At MKS, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for the role.
Benefits: MKS offers a benefits package for interns/co-ops working at least 20 hours per week, including 11 paid holidays, sick time, and 15 paid vacation days accrued on a biweekly basis.
Globally, our policy is to recruit individuals from wide and diverse backgrounds. However, certain positions require access to controlled goods and technologies subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Applicants for these positions may need to be “U.S. persons.” “U.S. persons” are generally defined as U.S. citizens, noncitizen nationals, lawful permanent residents (or, green card holders), individuals granted asylum, and individuals admitted as refugees.
MKS Instruments, Inc. and its affiliates and subsidiaries (“MKS”) is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer: diverse candidates are encouraged to apply. We win as a team and are committed to recruiting and hiring qualified applicants regardless of race, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions), religion, age, ancestry, physical or mental disability or handicap, marital status, membership in the uniformed services, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or any other category protected by applicable law. Hiring decisions are based on merit, qualifications and business needs. We conduct background checks and drug screens, in accordance with applicable law and company policies.
MKS is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process due to a disability, please contact us at: accommodationsatMKS@mksinst.com .
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