Internship/Work Study Job Description
COMMUNITY RELATIONS INTERN
Girls Inc seeks a Community Relations Intern who is excited to apply their academic knowledge to real-world writing, media relations, marketing, social media and volunteer coordination.
Responsibilities:
· Assist in marketing of programs and organization
· Assist in public relations for organization
· Assist with community fairs and/or community events
· Create press releases and print materials
· Maintain database and records as needed
· Co-manage social media
· Assist with newsletter
· Recruit new volunteers and engage current volunteers
· Assist with mentor program as needed
· Assist with fundraising events as needed
· Update website as needed
Qualifications:
· A current college student or college graduate
· Strong organizational skills
· Ability to solve problems independently and show initiative
· Excellent phone skills (comfortable making phone calls to solicit for events)
· Good oral and written communication skills
· Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office applications a MUST!! (especially Word & Excel)
· Knowledge of social media platforms including Hootsuite
· Interested in women/girls rights
Timeframe:
· Length of commitment: One semester
· Hours: 10-30 hours per week (negotiable)
Complete applications will include:
· Resume - Resumes should include employment, volunteering, internship, and educational experiences as well as any other experiences relevant to the review of the application.
· Brief written answers to the following questions (1 page limit):
1) Explain your interest in working at a gender-specific serving organization.
2.) What would you like to gain from this internship/work study? What about the opportunity specifically interests you?
Location/Transportation: Our main office is located in the Downtown area;
100 Festival Park Ave, Jacksonville, FL 32202. Girls Inc. additionally serves girls throughout the Jacksonville Community. Intern must have own transportation.
Contact: E-mail Amanda Padgett, Director of Development at:
Website: www.girlsincjax.org
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