Social Media and Marketing Intern

Description

Selah Freedom is a Faith-Based, Regional organization providing education and training throughout the country, as well as teen prevention, outreach, and safe housing in the Midwest and Southeast regions of the United States. Selah Freedom's headquarters is located in Sarasota, Florida. Selah Freedom exists to end sex trafficking and bring freedom to the exploited.

Selah Freedom's standards, policies, and procedures are guided by Biblical Principles. Selah Freedom believes the Bible to be the inspired, infallible, authoritative Word of God. There is one God, eternally existent in three persons: Father, Son, and the Holy Spirit who is the ONLY way, truth, and life.

Core Values:

Collaboration, Gratitude, Communication, Balance, Ownership

Qualifications

Job Summary: The Marketing Intern will assist in the planning, creation, and execution of marketing initiatives to support the organization’s mission. This is an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about ending human trafficking to gain real-world experience in marketing, communications, and social impact.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and implementing marketing campaigns to promote Selah Freedom’s programs, services, and/or events
• Create content for various platforms, including social media, email newsletters, blogs, and websites.
• Conduct market research to identify trends and opportunities for outreach and engagement.
• Help manage social media accounts by scheduling posts, monitoring engagement, and responding to inquiries.
• Support the design and creation of marketing materials such as flyers, brochures, and digital assets.
• Collaborate with team members on brainstorming and strategy sessions.
• Assist with tracking and analyzing the performance of marketing efforts using analytics tools.
• Support event planning and promotional efforts for fundraisers, workshops, and other activities.
• Other duties as assigned

Education and/or Experience

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, or a related field.
• Passion for the mission of Selah Freedom and interest in the non-profit sector.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in social media platforms (e.g., Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn).
• Familiarity with design tools such as Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, or similar is a plus.
• Basic knowledge of analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics, social media insights) is a bonus.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks.

What you will gain:

• Hands-on experience in non-profit marketing and communications.
• The opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects and make a real impact.
• Mentorship and guidance from experienced professionals in the field.
• Portfolio-worthy content and campaign experience.
• Networking opportunities within the non-profit and marketing sectors.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. 
• The employee is occasionally required to walk; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. 
• The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and ability to adjust focus. 
• In the performance of the duties of this job the employee is required to travel (frequency), drive a motor vehicle, communicate using telephone and email.

Work Environment

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Work Schedule

• In person and/or remote. 10-15 hours per week. Some work may involve nights, weekends, or after hours. Employee will receive proper notice beforehand.

Record Retention

• Selah Freedom applications are retained for one (1) year from date of action.