International Rescue Committee is Hiring a Fall Internship - New Roots Communications Intern Near Denver, CO
Requisition ID: req52008 Job Title: Fall Internship - New Roots Communications Intern Sector: Communications Employment Category: Intern Employment Type: Part-Time Open to Expatriates: No Location: Denver, CO USA Job Description Please note:This is an unpaid internship open only to those with authorization to work in the US and who are or will be residing in the Denver metro area. Time Commitment: The time commitment for this position is 10 to 12 hours per week, flexible schedule; August 23 - December 13, 2024 Location: Hybrid -In person at e IRC Denver office, 1873 S. Bellaire St, Suite 500, Denver, CO 80222 and some work from home Compensation This is an unpaid internship. Background: New Roots Denver supports refugee food security and aids in their transition to the community through gardening, nutrition education, local food access initiatives, and small-scale farming. Scope of Work: The New Roots Communications Intern provides hands-on and administrative support to the New Roots Program including outreach, research, record keeping, marketing, events participation, and partnership assistance. Responsibilities: • Maintain professional email and social media (Facebook, Instagram) accounts for New Roots Denver •Manage contact lists in different applications and platforms (WhatsApp, Mobile Text Alert, Mailchimp, Monday.com,etc.) •Work closely with the New Roots Coordinator to determine newsletter topics, volunteer workdays, and other news and announcements •Research strategies to maximize reach and efficacy of mass communication •Communicate with New Roots gardeners and community volunteers •Assist with volunteer events, trainings, administrative tasks, and program-wide evaluations as needed •Record hours and submit a timesheet This position is unpaid and reports to the New Roots Coordinator. 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. Qualifications Requirements • Attend IRC intern orientation •Strong organizational skills, motivated, and able to work independently and in a team •Reliable, responsible, punctual and professional •Fluent in English, Bilingual skills a plus •Ability to communicate with limited English speakers, experience working with diverse populations a plus •Proficient user of Microsoft Suite and graphic design programs (Canva, Adobe Suite, etc.) •Experience leveraging media/communications platforms (Facebook, Mailchimp, etc.) and a desire to use a data-driven approach to track reach and efficacy of public outreach •Farm or garden experience a plus, or experience in sales or marketing. •Availability for occasional weekend and evening work