Communications and Social Media Intern

Chesapeake Climate Action Network (CCAN) Communications and Social Media Intern will gain valuable experience for careers in the communications and media industries. Working side-by-side with our experienced communications experts to create compelling content and run impactful media campaigns across our region, CCAN’s Communication Intern will use their passion for communications to advocate for climate solutions. 

About Us

CCAN works with partners across the Chesapeake region to promote renewable energy, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and stop the expansion of fossil fuel infrastructure. Our campaigns focus on passing legislation that will dramatically reduce climate change pollution across the region while cleaning up our air, improving the health of our communities, and creating good-paying new jobs.

We’re the largest and oldest grassroots group fighting for bold and just solutions to climate change in the Chesapeake region of Virginia, Washington, D.C., and Maryland. We’ve stopped new coal plants in Virginia, brought 100% clean power to Washington, D.C., and fully banned fracking in Maryland.

What You Will Do

• Learn the ins and outs of managing media lists and contacting reporters.
• Draft social media posts using brand templates, web graphics, factsheets, and social media content analysis.
• Work with the Communications Managers to ensure our website content is relevant and timely.
• Manage our events calendar to inform supporters about all CCAN happenings.
• Conceptualize, edit, and draft blog posts.
• Assist our fundraising team by creating digital assets and ad materials for our annual Electic Vehicle Raffle.

Who You Are

• Passionate about climate policy; familiarity with climate issues is a plus.
• Committed to environmental justice and amplifying the voices of those most impacted by extreme extraction and the effects of climate change.
• A keen eye for new communications platforms and tools 
• Strong organizational skills.
• Excellent written and verbal skills, with an ability to develop creative, attention-grabbing, and humorous messages to convey important information.
• A quick learner.
• A good understanding of social media spheres.
• Experience with graphic design.
• Strong dedication to justice, equity, and inclusion. 

The Details

This position is based in CCAN’s Takoma Park office. The CCAN team works on a hybrid schedule (Tuesday/Thursday in the office, Monday/Wednesday/Friday remote). There will be occasional opportunities to work throughout the region. Mileage reimbursement is available for all CCAN-required travel except travel to and from the office (commute). The intern reports to the Communications Director. 

Compensation is $20 per hour for up to 20 hours per week during the summer over ten to twelve weeks. The exact schedule will be determined based on the intern’s availability.

To Apply

To apply, complete the Google Form Application, where you will answer questions about your skills and interest in the role and upload a resume and writing sample. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, with priority given to those who apply by April 18, 2024.

Equal Employment Opportunity: CCAN provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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