Photography Intern, Chartwells Higher Ed / Binghamton University

Location:

• We are hiring for a Photography Intern position to start in August.
• Address: 4400 Vestal Pkwy E Binghamton, NY Note: online applications accepted only.
• Schedule: To be determined based on class schedule and business needs.
• Optional: During the interview process, please include examples of creative work or a portfolio, if available.  
• Pay Range:  $18.00 per hour to $20.00 per hour.

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Application Deadline: applications are accepted ongoing until all openings are filled for this position. If an applicant is declined due to the position being filled, they may still be considered for future opportunities and are always welcome to reapply.

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Position Summary

Join the Bearcat Dining marketing team as a Photography Intern and help capture the energy of campus dining! In this role, you’ll document events, food, and everyday student experiences through compelling photography and visual storytelling.

You’ll play a key role in shaping how students see and experience dining, through photos used across social media, marketing campaigns, and campus promotions.

Key Responsibilities

• Capture high-quality photos of dining events, food, and student experiences
• Edit and deliver photo content for social media, digital screens, and marketing materials
• Support content creation for Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and other platforms
• Assist with event coverage and visual storytelling
• Collaborate with the marketing team on campaigns and creative direction
• Help maintain a consistent visual brand style across platforms

Why Join Our Team?

• Gain real-world, hands-on photography and content experience
• Build your portfolio with professionally used content
• Develop skills in editing, composition, and visual storytelling
• Work on projects seen by the entire campus community
• Be part of a fun, creative team and make an impact on the student experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Passion for photography and visual storytelling
• Experience with DSLR or mirrorless cameras 
• Basic photo editing skills (Lightroom, Photoshop)
• Strong attention to detail and creativity
• Ability to manage time and meet deadlines
• Preferred but not required: Photography, Media, Marketing, or related major

Work Details

• Flexible schedule (typically 10–20 hours/week)
• Some evening and weekend availability required for events
• On-campus student position

Photography Learning Objectives

• Improve proficiency in using professional photography equipment (DSLR camera, etc.) and editing platforms (Adobe suite, etc.) to produce high-quality images for public viewing. 
• Learn to shoot according to brand standards. 
• Learn to apply marketing principles such as brand identity, campaign strategy, and visual storytelling to photography projects. 
• Build professional collaboration skills by participating in marketing meetings, contributing campaign ideas, and meeting project deadlines. 

This is a paid intern position; however, it is not eligible for paid time off (PTO) or benefits such as medical, dental, vision, etc. 

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Maryland, Washington State, or to be performed Remotely, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.

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Because this position requires you to perform services in an educational facility, there may be periods when the Company does not require you to perform work (such as winter and summer breaks when food service needs decline or cease). Any such periods during which you do not perform work on the Company’s behalf may be unpaid and deemed a temporary layoff. However, depending on business needs, you may be required to work year-round, potentially at a different location during break periods.  Business needs may vary from year to year.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer.  At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law. 
 

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity.

Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. 

Chartwells Higher Ed maintains a drug-free workplace.