This is an opportunity to gain experience doing digital media and communications for a small non-profit organization working to improve the food in the Montgomery County Public Schools in Maryland. The intern will work directly with the Executive Director and will have the opportunity to attend meetings with the organization's Board of Directors, as well as developing social media campaigns for various issues and events. Time commitment: 15 hours/week. At least one half-day a week must be done at the organization's office in Rockville and the rest can be done from home. Qualified candidates will be interviewed until an intern is selected. The internship period can be adjusted to the intern's availability, although we would prefer interns who can commit to a minimum of three months. Internships are available year-round, so do not hesitate to inquire about other possibilities.
Responsibilities
- Researching and writing communication material, including newsletters, press releases, power point presentations and web copy
- Producing posters, flyers and brochures
- Developing social media strategy
- Producing social media content for Facebook, Twitter & Instagram
- Adapting summaries of scientific materials for a more general audience
- Creating infographics
- Managing the press contacts database
- Monitoring newsletters and web sites of related organizations
- Producing bi-weekly e-newsletters
- Updating the web site
Required Qualifications
- A commitment to healthy eating for school children
- Some academic background or personal interest in nutrition
- Strong written and oral communication skills with excellent grammar
- Strong attention to detail
- A solid understanding of social media, including Facebook, Twitter and Instagram
- Must be proficient in the use of MS Office and generally technologically savvy
- Located in the DC metro area (or able to spend at least 1 day/week working at our office in Rockville)
- Must be able to work occasionally on a Saturday or Sunday (no more than 2/term)
Desired Qualifications (Not required)
- Experience with graphic design software
- Experience with video production equipment and software
- Have own video camera, computer and editing software
- Experience working with the media and/or good media awareness
- Experience in developing web sites
- Expertise in integrating videos on a website
- Self-motivated, enthusiastic and independent
To apply, please send a cover letter and resume to info@healthyschoolfoodmd.org. Please indicate desired start and end dates of internship and number of hours per week you can commit to working (during work week M-F).
