Requisition ID: req47717

　　Job Title: Communications and Social Media Intern Spring/Summer 2024 Unpaid

　　Sector: Communications

　　Employment Category: Intern

　　Employment Type: Part-Time

　　Compensation: USD 0.00 - 0.00 Hourly

　　Location: Wichita, KS USA

　　Work Arrangement:Hybrid

　　Job Description

　　Title:Communications and Social Media Intern Spring/ Summer 2024

　　Location:Wichita, KS - Hybrid

　　Duration:Spring 2024 and Summer 2024

　　Hours:Part time – 10-15 hours/week

　　Please note that this is an unpaid position.

　　Background

　　Founded in 1933, the International Rescue Committee (IRC) is a leading nonsectarian, voluntary organization providing relief, protection and resettlement services for refugees and victims of oppression or violent conflict. In addition, the IRC in Kansas provides community outreach, education and training, and other at-risk individuals and families are served through employment services, job readiness training, adult education, and immigration services.

　　Internship Summary

　　This internship is located within the Development Department, whose purpose is to establish strong, mutually beneficial connections between the community and the IRC in Kansas to garner monetary, in-kind, and volunteer resources for IRC clients. The Communications/Social Media Intern will work closely with the Development Coordinator towards these goals to enhance the IRC in Kansas' ability to meet IRC client needs.

　　Activities

　　Provide data collection and research including tracking all forms of media coverage, events, and issues;

　　Draft written materials for internal and external communications;

　　Draft newsletters, flyers, graphics and marketing materials;

　　Create content for social media channels;

　　Update and maintain website and social media;

　　Support special events as needed;

　　Provide administrative support as needed and maintain contact databases;

　　Assist with other Resource Development needs such as donation management, external communications, and fundraising;

　　Attend and actively participate in staff meetings and special staff development programs.

　　Time Commitment

　　1-2 Semesters

　　10-15 hours a week

　　Training

　　In-depth training will be provided for interns to understand the various needs of clients accessing services. A high-level of confidentiality is required when working with IRC clients. 

　　Skills & Qualifications

　　Effective communication and writing skills with a strong attention to detail

　　Creativity and initiative to follow through on projects

　　A strong desire to help people and enthusiasm to work in a multi-cultural setting

　　Prior experience in a non-profit setting a plus

　　Prior relevant coursework preferred

　　IRC leading the way from harm to home.

　　IRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. IRC considers all applicants on the basis of merit without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status or disability.

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