Internship Opportunities

This position helps United Way better fulfill its mission to advance the common good. You will become an integral team member of United Way and have a vital role in preparation of marketing and communications materials. You will also have the opportunity to lead projects, be creative, develop a portfolio, and promote philanthropy.

This position reports directly to the Marketing & Communications Director and is responsible for support of specific marketing and communications activities.

• Assists in planning and implementation of special events as assigned
• Organizes production of awards/certificates
• Assists in production of mailings related to donor communications
• Attend marketing and special events committee meetings
• Provide assistance with communications materials, including brochures, annual report, campaign video, etc.
• Work with staff and marketing committee to incorporate UWA “brand messaging” into all local United Way materials.
• Assist in preparing and posting copy on website.
• Research, interview and write success stories within the United Way system. These stories could be used in newsletters, website and print materials, as well as possible story angles for the news media.
• Update/maintain media contacts
• Attend United Way events and assist as requested
• Assist in promotion of Volunteer Income Tax Assistance sites
• Take photos as requested
• Research/produce collateral materials as directed
• Assists Marketing & Communications Director in other activities as needed

• Assists in planning and implementation of special events as assigned
• Organizes production of awards/certificates
• Assists in production of mailings related to donor communications
• Attend marketing, special events, and campaign cabinet committee meetings
• Provide assistance with communications materials as needed
• Assists with data base management, including building an email database for launch of e-newsletter and communicationsmaterials
• Work with staff and marketing committee to incorporate UWA “brand messaging” into all local United Way materials.
• Assist in preparing and posting copy on website.
• Research, interview and write success stories within the United Way system. These stories could be used in newsletters, website and print materials, as well as possible story angles for the news media.
• Update/maintain media contacts
• Attend United Way events and assist as requested
• Assist with campaign presentations as needed
• Take photos as requested
• Research/produce collateral materials as directed
• Assists Marketing & Communications Director and Resource Development Director in other activities as needed

• Assists in planning and implementation of special events as assigned
• Organizes production of awards/certificates
• Assists in production of mailings related to donor communications
• Attend marketing, special events, and campaign cabinet committee meetings
• Provide assistance with communications materials
• Assist with campaign presentations as needed
• Work with staff and marketing committee to incorporate UWA “brand messaging” into all local United Way materials.
• Assist in preparing and posting copy on website.
• Research, interview and write success stories within the United Way system. These stories could be used in newsletters, website and print materials, as well as possible story angles for the news media.
• Update/maintain media contacts
• Assist with database management
• Attend United Way events and assist as requested
• Take photos as requested
• Research/produce collateral materials as directed
• Assists Marketing & Communications Director and Resource Development Director in other activities as needed

Adhere to business casual dress code when working at the office or events. Must have strong verbal and written communication skills. Must be detail oriented and able to multi-task. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc) and the internet required. Knowledge of website maintenance, Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, and Illustrator) desired. Background in English, Marketing, or Journalism preferred. Ability to speak and write in Spanish desired.