company:
Search for Common Ground
website:
http://www.sfcg.org
job type:
internship, part time, unpaid
category:
PR, Other
title:
Communications Intern: Social Media & Common Ground Awards
description:
Search for Common Ground is seeking a talented Communications Intern for Fall 2012, to be based in Washington, D.C. We require a minimum commitment of 20 hours per week. The preferred timeline will be August-December but start and end dates are flexible.
Interns will work closely with the Director of Communications and the Social Media Manager, and will support broad communications needs. Responsibilities will include: media tracking and list-building; social media posting, working on large annual event; contributing to blog, e-newsletter and other online communications projects; research and drafting new content as necessary; organizing and archiving media content; other tasks as required.
Interns are encouraged to attend workshops, lectures, and other staff development events in the D.C. area. SFCG is unable to offer financial support for interns; however, interns may receive academic credit for their internship with the cooperation of their university.
experience:
Demonstrated interest in communications, peace building, international relations
Excellent writing and editing skills
Strong computer literacy and previous experience with social media (Twitter, Facebook, blogging, etc.)
Familiarity with new media concepts, e.g. two-way engagement, analytics/measurement, etc.
Detail-oriented, self-motivated, and creative
Able to work independently and as a team member
location:
Washington, DC
salary:
unpaid
to apply:
Send letter of interest, resume and writing sample no longer than two pages to communications@sfcg.org. Please specify dates and times of availability and use “Communications Internship: SM & CG Awards” as the subject of your email. Only complete applications will be reviewed. No phone calls, please.