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Communications Intern Lead

Remote, Volunteer must be in United States
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  • Details

    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime, evenings), Weekends (daytime, evenings)
    Time Commitment:
    A few hours per month
    Commitment Details:
    1-2 hours. Week
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    2
    Cause Areas:
    Arts & Music, Volunteering
    Good For:
    Kids, Teens, Age 55+
    Age Requirement:
    13+

    Description

    Communications Intern Lead

    Time Commitment: 1-2 hours per day., Location: Remote / Discord-based

    The Communications Intern Lead plays a key role in guiding and mentoring our Communications Interns as they support outreach for our programs. This role is ideal for someone who is organized, people-centered, and excited to help emerging communicators grow in a supportive, youth-led environment. You’ll oversee day-to-day communications tasks, provide hands-on mentorship, and ensure interns gain a meaningful, credit-eligible experience that builds their confidence and skills.

    Key Responsibilities:

    • Supervise and mentor a small team of Communications Interns
    • Provide guidance on outreach to press contacts, partner organizations, and schools
    • Review and support interns’ email communications and general outreach tasks
    • Coordinate weekly check-ins and offer constructive, encouraging feedback
    • Ensure interns meet academic credit requirements and maintain healthy boundaries
    • Collaborate with the Social Media Director to align messaging and outreach goals
    • Help interns develop confidence, clarity, and professionalism in their communication work

    Qualifications

    • Strong communication, organization, and leadership skills
    • Experience in communications, PR, marketing, nonprofit work, or youth leadership
    • Ability to provide supportive, clear, and emotionally intelligent mentorship
    • Comfortable managing multiple tasks and guiding others through them
    • Commitment to youth-centered, inclusive, and respectful organizational culture

    Location

    Remote
    Volunteer must be in United States
    Associated Location
    N/A, Washington, District of Columbia, US

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