Job Description

The Intern, Communications position includes assisting NASTAD’s Communications team in all internal and external communications activities. Tasks may include, but are not limited to, making updates to the website, drafting and scheduling social media posts, building and sending newsletters, minor graphic design, photo and video editing, and assisting with project management.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Support the Communications team in keeping the organization’s web-based platforms (e.g. websites, blogs, and social media) up to date
• Assist in the design and formatting of NASTAD products (online and print) and contribute to writing projects such as op-eds and blog posts
• Assist digital lead with optimizing content and engaging audiences strategically for NASTAD’s online platforms
• Follow trends and news on emerging technologies and social metrics as needed for internal review
• Assist with project management, including scheduling meetings, creating agendas, taking notes during calls, and keeping track of deadlines

Qualifications

EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION

• Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from an accredited bachelor or master degree program, working towards degrees in communications, journalism, marketing, or a related field; or any equivalent combination of training, education, and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position
• One year of intern or professional communications or marketing experience

MINIMUM COMPETENCIES, SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES

• Solid project management, research, writing, editing, and communications skills
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to take on multiple projects at once
• Basic understanding of social media and online content practices, including an understanding of audience behaviors by channel and platform
• Basic personal and professional experience in creating content for online communities
• Ability to adapt to shifting and competing priorities in a fast-paced environment

ADDITIONAL COMPETENCIES, SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of document design and experience using Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Suite, and/or Canva to create web-ready content a plus
• Experience with content management systems (e.g. Drupal), email marketing tools (e.g.Mailchimp), social media management tools (e.g. Sprout Social), and basic knowledge of HTML and CSS a plus
• Experience with video editing software such as iMovie a plus

Additional Information

ENVIRONMENT AND SCHEDULING

• Able to commit to 16 - 24 hours per week
• Intern will be paid $20/hr
• We will work with candidates to receive college credit(s) where applicable
• We are looking to have this position start immediately

To apply, use form to submit a resume and cover letter. The cover letter should address:

1. What experience you hope to gain from your time with NASTAD
2. What unique talent you would bring to the team
3. Your interest in working with a national HIV and hepatitis public health organization
4. Your interest working with and/or an understanding of communities impacted by HIV and hepatitis, such as people of color, men who have sex with men (MSM), and transgender communities

We encourage people of diverse ages, sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions, disabilities, religions, races, ethnicities, socioeconomic statuses, work, and life experiences to apply. We recognize that to accelerate the end of the HIV and hepatitis epidemics; our workforce must be representative of groups that have been disproportionately impacted.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.