These internships will be for 20-32 hours/week, Monday through Friday to start in the next few weeks until at least early June. Our internships offer a great opportunity to engage in advocacy, programming, communications, and operations in a non-profit office environment. As well, our office is connected with many Untied Nations Agencies and likeminded organizations in DC, offering unmatched networking opportunities.
Communications & Design Assistant Internship
About the Program
UNA-NCA offers year-round unpaid internships to current students
(undergraduates and graduates) and recent graduates.
20-32 hours/week
Program assistants will gain experience working in a small, non-profit
environment and exposure to a variety of communications, design,
membership, events, development, and general administrative tasks. This
position is ideal for those interested in non-profit management and will
provide hands-on experience as an integral member of the team.
The Communications & Design Assistant is responsible for providing support
for UNA-NCA through the design of digital content and support of our
communications portfolios (including, but not limited, to social media, weekly
newsletters, and other email communications to our subscribers). The
Communications & Design Assistant will lead the creation of promotional
materials including promotional graphics and key content related to the
organization such as event coverage and footage. UNA-NCA is seeking a
passionate, innovative, creative thinker with strong design aesthetics and
digital skills to engage and expand our outreach. The Creative Design
Assistant will also have the opportunity to attend UNA-NCA events, network
with key leadership, and propose strategic and innovative design projects.
Job Duties
Communications
• Create and edit the weekly e-newsletter.
• Assist with maintaining and updating the UNA-NCA website.
• Help prepare press releases and other promotional materials.
• Help write, edit, and design newsletters, promotional/event materials and
annual reports.
• Write articles about UNA-NCA or partner's events to be posted on website.
Maintain UNA-NCA's social media presence by posting news and
information on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn.
Graphic Design:
• Work directly with the Managing Director of Programs & Membership to
design graphics and videos highlighting key aspects of the organization and
the organizations programming.
• Create flyers and digital banners to promote UNA-NCA.
• Develop event programs.
• Develop and design specific logos for various programs, events, operations.
• Collaborate with UNA-NCA staff as needed in creation of digital and print
graphic design including digital assets for websites, print materials, and
more.
Database/Membership Management
• Assist with developing membership recruitment and retention
communications.
• Help contact new and current members to inform them about upcoming
event and volunteer opportunities.
Events/Outreach
• Help organize events, meetings and fundraisers, including securing
speakers, locating venues, and managing registration.
• Assist volunteers and other organizations with event logistics.
• Assist with event publicity and outreach.
• Represent association at UNA-NCA and partner organization events.
Minimum Required Skills and Experience
• Detail-oriented and well-organized
• 1+ years’ experience in an office setting, handling day-to-day administrative
tasks.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Customer service skills, especially via phone and email.
• Event planning experience.
• Strong research and writing skills and experience.
• Ability to work independently as well as a part of a team with minimal
supervision while maintaining a “can-do” attitude.
• Previous experience working in a fast-paced environment, where handling
multiple projects at once is a necessity
• Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, Google Drive, and Google Calendar
• Experience with Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, and/or Premiere
• Database experience preferred
**This position is unpaid.
This is a 3-month remote position that will require 20-32 hours per week
with the possibility of extension. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling
basis. Please submit a resume and sample designs/portfolio as a PDF to
andrew@unanca.org with the subject: UNA-NCA Creative Design Assistant
Application.
Please note: you will be able to use the designs that you create in your
personal design portfolio.
Program Assistant Internship
About the Program
UNA-NCA offers year-round unpaid internships to current students
(undergraduates and graduates) and recent graduates. Both general program
assistant positions and Global Classrooms DC program assistants are
available.
UNA-NCA is now accepting Program Assistant applications, which will
be reviewed on a rolling basis.
20-32 hours/week
Program assistants will gain experience working in a small, non-profit
environment and exposure to a variety of communications, membership,
events, development, and general administrative tasks. This position is ideal
for those interested in non-profit management and will provide hands-on
experience as an integral member of the team.
***To apply, please email resume, cover letter, and hours of availability
to andrew@unanca.org and include Program Assistant in the subject line.
Job Duties
Database/Membership Management
• Update and maintain UNA-NCA database and listserv.
• Assist with developing membership recruitment and retention strategies.
• Help contact new and current members to inform them about upcoming
event and volunteer opportunities.
Communications
• Create and edit the weekly e-newsletter.
• Assist with maintaining and updating the UNA-NCA website.
• Help prepare press releases and other promotional materials.
• Help write, edit, and design newsletters, promotional/event materials and
annual reports.
• Write articles about UNA-NCA or partner's events to be posted on website.
• Maintain UNA-NCA's social media presence by posting news and
information on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn.
Events/Outreach
• Help organize events, meetings and fundraisers, including securing
speakers, locating venues, and managing registration.
• Assist volunteers and other organizations with event logistics.
• Assist with event publicity and outreach.
• Represent association at UNA-NCA and partner organization events.
Minimum Required Skills and Experience
• Detail-oriented and well-organized
• 1+ years’ experience in an office setting, handling day-to-day administrative
tasks.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Customer service skills, especially via phone and email.
• Event planning experience.
• Strong research and writing skills and experience.
• Ability to work independently as well as a part of a team with minimal
supervision while maintaining a “can-do” attitude.
• Previous experience working in a fast-paced environment, where handling
multiple projects at once is a necessity
• Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, Google Drive, and Google Calendar
• Experience with Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, and Premiere
• Database experience preferred
**This position is unpaid.
No comments:
Post a Comment
Note: Only a member of this blog may post a comment.