Communications Intern at YWCA USA in DC

The YWCA USA, (http://www.ywca.org/) currently has an internship opportunity available to those with an interest in the Communications, Online Engagement and Public Relations aspect of nonprofit management. This is a great opportunity for someone who is studying public relations, mass communications, journalism, and/or marketing, or has recently graduated with a degree in one of these fields, and is looking for real work experience. This is an unpaid internship. College credit can be arranged.

Duties to include:

- Assisting the Department of Communications as needed with all communications projects, online engagement projects and press

- Assisting with the YWCA's Annual Conference

- Writing and editing external/internal communications (Website, Blog entries, News Releases, E-newsletter articles)

- Maintaining press clips

- Making pitch calls to members of the media

- Providing content for social media sites (Facebook , Twitter, etc.)

- Researching and implementing new outreach campaigns

Skills desired:

- Strong writing, editing skills

- An open mind and willingness to learn

- Ability to learn programs and processes quickly

- Excellent interpersonal skills; comfortable making cold-calls

- Knowledge of Microsoft Office programs

- Basic understanding of organizational structure of print & radio media

- Understanding of Facebook and Twitter as it relates to non-profit outreach.

- A sincere interest in the YWCA's mission of Eliminating Racism and Empowering Women.

To qualify for a YWCA internship you must meet the following:

1. Set aside political beliefs and be objective and non-partisan while working.
2. Be in good standing with your university/school.
3. Commit to a minimum of 10 consecutive weeks, and a minimum of 12 hours per week, Monday through Friday between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.

Internship Location: YWCA USA, 2025 M St., NW, Washington, DC 20036. Our office is four blocks from Dupont Circle Metro Station on the DC Metro's Red Line.

Apply here.