Marketing and Administrative Intern

Job Title: Marketing and Administrative Intern

Time commitment: 10 to 15 hours per week for 3 months with the potential to extend.

Location: Remote

Salary: This is an unpaid position. ARP can offer academic credits to students.

Deadline: September 6, 2024

Summary: This is an unpaid internship position within a sustainability and public policy-focused nonprofit designed to give you hands-on experience in fundraising, business development, digital marketing, communications, and organizational administration. The ideal candidate will have a knack for social media, writing, and research.

About Us:

American Resilience Project (ARP) is a nonprofit that creates films to influence public policy, ignite civic action, and drive investments that strengthen environmental, economic, and social resilience. We envision a world where everyone enjoys abundant, sustainable resources, environmental security, prosperous local economies, and healthy civic institutions. Well-told stories can unite people across divides to inspire the action required to overcome complex challenges, and we exist to do exactly that.

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented intern to join our team, where you will play a critical role in supporting our operations, conducting market research, and contributing to our marketing efforts. This is an excellent opportunity for a student or recent graduate interested in gaining hands-on experience in a dynamic and mission-driven environment. The core skills you’ll gain will include fundraising, business development, digital marketing, and organizational administration.

Responsibilities:

  • Administrative Support:

    • Assist with day-to-day administrative tasks, including managing schedules, organizing files, and handling correspondence.

    • Manage databases and ensure that contact information is up-to-date and accurate.

  • Market Research:

    • Conduct market research to identify trends, target audiences, and potential opportunities

    • Research and identify relevant grant and other funding opportunities as well as source contacts for those opportunities.

    • Assist with business development by conducting company research, contact sourcing and outreach support.

    • Assist in gathering and analyzing data for various campaigns and projects.

  • Marketing Support:

    • Assist in the creation and scheduling of content for social media, newsletters, and other communication channels.

    • Support the development and execution of marketing campaigns, including drafting copy and designing basic graphics.

    • Manage social media engagement with our audience.

Qualifications:

  • Experience with social media platforms and Canva for asset design.

  • Interest in sustainability, social impact, and/or public policy.

  • A good understanding of climate change, environmental justice and related topics.

  • Eagerness to learn and adaptability.

  • Strong organizational skills with an ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Google Workspace.

  • Familiarity with market research tools and techniques is a plus.

  • Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and able to work independently as well as part of a team.

What We Offer:

  • Hands-on experience in a fast-paced and collaborative environment.

  • Opportunities to learn and grow in various aspects of marketing, research, and administration.

  • Dedicated mentorship and professional development opportunities.

  • Potential for academic credit (if applicable) and future employment opportunities based on performance.

How to Apply:

Please send your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your interest in the position and relevant experience to our Managing Director, Kali Hailegirogis at kali@amresproject.org.

Note: Your application must be emailed with the subject line “Application: ARP Internship.”

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled or until the deadline, Sep 6, 2024.