Marketing and Development Intern
Job Summary:
Marketing and Development Intern will be provided with a broad range of responsibilities in print and digital content creation, message development and integration, event planning and execution, video production, community outreach, and organizational development,
About Bridge Communities:
The mission of Bridge Communities is to transition families experiencing homelessness to self-sufficiency by working with community partners to provide mentoring, housing, and supportive services.
Job Expectations:
The Marketing and Development Intern is expected to support the Fundraising/Development team and other staff in the areas of print and digital content creation, event planning and execution, and video production. At the successful conclusion of the internship, you will have specific experiences, accomplishments, and metrics to add to your resume. You may also have finished materials to add to your portfolio.
You will learn how to set individual goals that align with Bridge Communities’ organizational goals, as well as with goals specific to the Fundraising/Development team and other staff. To work efficiently and effectively towards all goals, you will hone project and time management skills. You will also grow written and verbal communication skills through audience research, message development, content creation, and supporter solicitation. You will be an active participant in assessing the results of your activities and will participate in your evaluation process.
Job Duties:
Marketing/Communications Related – Support strategic outreach and stakeholder support through both print and digital content creation. You will complete one or more of the following potential projects:
1. Support the expansion of Bridge’s library of video content through new video creation and the repurposing of existing video content.
2. Create print and digital content, projects may include a master sponsorship brochure with support pieces, as well as a resource webpage for mentors and other website content.
3. Collect and analyze data for projects that may include client outcome reports, a resource guide for graduating clients, and a referral guidebook for use by Bridge’s Intake team.
Event Related – Assist in the planning and execution of two events: A BBQ competition and live music festival and a county-wide Sleep Out Saturday (SOS) fund- and awareness-raiser.
1. Support sponsor, donor, and attendee growth by assisting in promotional messaging, materials development, and other activities to help expand event participation and support.
2. Assist in outreach to church, youth, community, and other groups to promote SOS involvement.
Through this experience the Marketing and Development Intern will gain a working knowledge of targeted communications, stakeholder engagement, and fundraising. You will be able to apply and grow your skills in strategic message development, written and verbal communication, content creation, cultivation and solicitation, and research to further develop Bridge programs. You will have access to senior leadership and other community leaders to observe and interview to inquire about real-world experiences and enhance learning opportunities.
The projects completed by the Marketing and Development Intern will strengthen Bridge’s capacity and mission, and thus improve the lives of families experiencing homelessness who are being housed and mentored by Bridge Communities.
Job Qualifications:
The marketing and development internship requires a 30-hour-per-week commitment over a 10-week period within the 12-week period of approximately May 22 to August 11, 2023. The range is adjustable based on your availability, and it provides for vacation time during the summer. We welcome the opportunity to expand your experience beyond the 30-hour minimum whenever possible.
The position pays $15 per hour, plus reimbursement for mileage expenses, assuming at least a 10-week, 30-hour per week commitment.
The Intern must have a valid driver’s license, automobile insurance, and access to an automobile. A full background check will be conducted to review financial and criminal history and includes a Sex Offender Registry check.
Demonstrated requirements for a successful candidate include:
· It’s anticipated that candidates will be currently enrolled in college as an undergraduate or graduate student.
· Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills.
§ Meaningful marketing and communications coursework and/or experience.
§ Attention to detail and excellent grammar and editing skills.
§ Ability to work independently, and as a team member.
§ Ability to set priorities and organize work to accomplish goals. Ability to manage schedule, and work outside of typical work hours.
§ Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite (intern will be provided with a laptop by Bridge Communities).
§ Proficiency, creativity, and tenacity with internet research.
§ Ability to make cold calls.
§ Desire to understand issues of homelessness and poverty. Passion for helping those in need.
§ Some graphic design ability, preferably in Canva, is not required but would be a plus.
All inquiries should be directed to:
Jenifer Bystry, Director of Community Engagement: Jenifer.bystry@bridgecommunities.org
All inquiries will be kept confidential. Please visit www.bridgecommunities.org to learn more about our mission, community impact, and vision.
Please submit: Your resume and a cover letter. You’re welcome to submit any other samples you feel would be relevant to the position. Please also confirm your available start and end dates, and any activities or absences that may conflict with your availability (e.g.: academic obligations, other job requirements, vacation, etc.).
Deadline for application is April 17, 2023.
Bridge Communities is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of our staff, client families, volunteers, and vendors. Bridge Communities does not and shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of its activities or operations. These activities include, but are not limited to, hiring and firing of staff, selection of volunteers and vendors, and provision of services.
Bridge Communities will take affirmative action measures to ensure against discrimination in employment, recruitment, and advertisements for employment, compensation, termination, upgrading, promotions, and other conditions of employment against any employee or applicant on the bases of the above-mentioned protections.
Reasonable accommodation will be provided as needed to enable qualified applicants with a disability to participate in the pre-employment process.
This job description does not list all duties of the job. You may be asked by supervisors to perform other duties. You will be evaluated, in part, based upon your performance of the tasks listed in this job description. Your employer has the right to revise this job description at any time. The job description is not a contract for employment, and either you or the employer may terminate employment at any time, for any reason.