Communications Intern

The Institute for Local Self-Reliance (ILSR) is a national nonprofit working to reverse today’s extreme levels of corporate concentration and advance policies and programs to rebuild the economic capacity of local communities. We create compelling and popular infographics that, for example, visually communicate the benefits of composting to enhance soils, protect the climate, and build community prosperity. We strongly value a diverse workforce and are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity.

As we push forward in our vision to create an equitable circular materials economy, the Composting for Community Initiative team at ILSR is expanding our outreach and education reach via podcasts, webinars, social media channels, mapping, videos, and website posts. We are specifically supporting the growth of a national Community Composter Coalition and amplifying members’ stories and tips for replication.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

We are hiring a communications intern to help the Composting for Community Initiative team execute our communications strategy as well as strengthen the networking capability of the national Community Composter Coalition.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Strong communicator in both written and visual formats
• Prior communications experience, with a firm grasp of available tools and platforms
• Computer proficient
• Highly organized, motivated, and detail-oriented
• Reliable and collaborative
• Creative (such as with graphics, videos, and/or audio)
• Passionate about the ILSR’s mission of equitable sustainable development and building community power

COMPENSATION:

This internship pays $18 to $19/hour depending on skills and experience. We work remotely and welcome applications from anywhere within the U.S.

Terms of internship: 40 hours per week (there is some flexibility) for approximately 3 to 6 months: Early to mid-February to mid-May or July.

HOW TO APPLY:

Please use the subject line “Compost Communications Intern” when sending your materials to hiring@ilsr.org and include a brief cover letter (no more than one page), resume, writing sample that demonstrates your approach to storytelling, and two professional or academic references. Additional samples that demonstrate communications proficiency or graphic design skills are also welcome. We will keep applications open until the position is filled.