Social Media Intern

Social Media Intern

Remote / New York, NY

About RLC

Rescuing Leftover Cuisine (RLC) is a national 501(c)3 nonprofit dedicated to redistributing excess food from businesses to nonprofits serving people experiencing food insecurity. We work alongside our dedicated network of food rescuers and partner with organizations of all sizes and sectors, to repurpose surplus ranging from as little as 5 pounds to as much as 500+ pallets. Our mission is to reduce food waste, promote sustainability, and enhance food security. Since RLC was founded in 2013, we’ve rescued over 17 million pounds of food, prevented 37M+ pounds of emissions, and provided 13M+ meals to communities in need.

Responsibilities

Reporting to the Content Manager & Brand Ambassador, the Social Media Intern is charged with leveraging social media platforms to spread awareness of food insecurity and promote the RLC brand in the local and online communities. They will help market new initiatives and events on social media networks. The Social Media Intern’s essential duties will include, but are not limited to:

• Posting content daily to various platforms
• Working with the graphic designer to develop content
• Assisting with social media campaigns
• Developing online marketing strategies and tactical plans
• Collaborating closely with other Marketing team members

Minimum Qualifications

• Passion for mission-based work and interest in relevant business function; prior relevant coursework preferred
• Willingness to take initiative and collaborate with a team or manager
• Ability to work independently and persevere through ambiguity
• Eagerness to provide and receive feedback with an eye toward growth and development
• Clear and effective written and verbal communication
• Comfort representing RLC and engaging professionally with stakeholders
• Ability to perform in a dynamic environment and manage an evolving workload
• Familiarity with relevant computer software (e.g., Google Workspace) preferred
• Commitment to RLC’s core values of integrity, honesty, fairness, openness, respect, and responsibility

RLC interns have the chance to work closely with the executive team and have the opportunity to make a true, meaningful impact in their time with the organization. This is a part-time, unpaid internship, although interns will be reimbursed for travel if local to an operational RLC branch and actively complete food rescue pickups. Interns are expected to work 20 hours per week, the start date is in September 2025, with an end date in December 2025. Students should consult with academic faculty to determine if this unpaid experience will earn credit.

To express your interest, send an email to HR Manager, shilpi@rescuingleftovercuisine.org with a copy of your resume.