Communications Intern
global rolesSan Diego (CA)
About the role
Internship opportunity for an undergraduate or graduate student or trainee to gain work experience assisting in the assessment and development of ARC communication materials, conducting research, and supporting communications plans and strategies. This is a paid part-time, temporary internship position based in San Diego, CA.
Responsibilities:
Assist in the assessment and development of ARC communication materials (news releases, social media content development, storytelling, highlighting special events in line with Red Cross lines of services).
Conduct research related to communication materials.
Assist with the creation and maintenance of communications plans, and strategies.
Provide support, development and/or leadership guidance to all volunteers.
Work with media databases and Sprout Social Media Management.
May support Communications team with research projects.
Typically analyze data, present facts, and recommend solutions.
Develop press materials and social media content (posts, reels, videos).
Conduct interviews with volunteers, staff, public for story development.
Attend events in person as needed.
May create, develop, or maintain databases for various lines of service events or projects.
Assist with the development of reports and other informational materials presented to management.
Conduct unit-specific responsibilities.
Requirements:
High School or equivalent required. Internship is typically part of an undergraduate program which requires some university credit hours.
Up to 1 year of related experience.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, and Excel).
Ability to work on a team.
Bilingual in Spanish is a plus.
Knowledge of AP Writing Style, social media, video creation and editing.
Great communications skills.
Comfortable with interviewing a variety of audience.
Ability to cultivate and maintain relationships with stakeholders.
Studying Public Relations or Communications.
Skills Written Communication
Verbal Communication
MS Word
MS PowerPoint
MS Excel
AP Writing Style
Social Media Management
Video Content Creation
Video Editing
Interview Techniques
Stakeholder Engagement
Research Support
Creative Communications Planning
Languages English
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