COMMUNICATIONS INTERNSHIP
Brighter Lives BTL, Inc. is a startup nonprofit organization that works to do just that–brighten lives. This organization was created to improve the lives of those who have been overlooked by forming initiatives and programs through which members advocate for the advancement of their everyday lives. This is a service-oriented organization, which will work alongside other entities to provide an improved quality of life to communities that are under-resourced. Brighter Lives BTL, Inc. focuses on five target issues, which include, but are not limited to economic inequality, educational inequality, identity-based discrimination, political involvement, and youth empowerment & recreation.
The Communications Intern will be responsible for the management of Brighter Lives BTL’s image. This position also plans, develops, implements, and assesses information and communication strategies that present this organization to our partners, members of the public, and other interested parties. This position will be fully remote, and more information about physical location will be provided, if necessary. We're hiring for Spring 2021 but there is possibility for a permanent position with our organization. The following are the basic responsibilities of this position:
Curate and post social media content for Brighter Lives BTL regularly
Collaborate on and execute several strategic media plans to spread awareness and increase participation in our organization
Evaluate BTL media relations and initiatives periodically
Organize and manage various promotional events and press campaigns
Maintain awareness of newest successful media trends
Create correspondence and sparking conversations regarding BTL with target communities, members and other interested parties
Collaborate with other team members to maintain website
Qualifications:
Enrolled in an accredited college or university (any year/classification) during course of internship
Proficiency in Google Workplace (Doc, Sheets, Slides, Drive primarily)
Access to computer/tablet/etc. with internet access
Experience with Canva, Adobe Photoshop, and/or similar software preferred
Self-motivated and passionate individuals who bring their personality and imagination to their roles
Excellent knowledge of Instagram, Facebook and Twitter required
Graphic design ability and/or willingness to learn
Knowledge of strategic media communications and current social media trends
Collaborative work and leadership style
Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written skills
Experience in public relations and/or marketing preferred
Unrelenting creativity, innovation, and enthusiasm required!
We're looking for individuals who are:
Dependable -- more reliable than spontaneous
People-oriented -- enjoys interacting with people and working on group projects
Adaptable/flexible -- enjoys doing work that requires frequent shifts in direction
Achievement-oriented -- enjoys taking on challenges, even if they might fail
Autonomous/Independent -- enjoys working with little direction
Innovative -- prefers working in unconventional ways or on tasks that require creativity
Part Time: 10-19 hours/week
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 10AM to 6PM but subject to availability
US Work Authorization Required
To apply, send over a resumé and cover letter to our official email or apply directly through Indeed or Handshake. We'll contact you promptly, no need to contact us!