Job Title: Communications Intern
Department Name: Development & Communications
Reports To: Emily Gray, Communications Manager

SUMMARY:
The communications intern will assist the communications manager with social
media, publicity, website maintenance, design projects, communication plan for
internal events, and general assistance to the organization’s development and
communications department. This is an unpaid internship with a semi-flexible
schedule. Applicants must be enrolled in a bachelor’s level program.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES, RESPONSIBILITIES, AND SKILLS:

• Assist the communications manager with developing and executing a communication
plan for the organization’s internal events
• Create and implement a social media schedule
• Write wish stories for marketing, publicity and donor stewardship purposes
• Attend some wish announcements
• Photography and/or graphic design skills preferred
• Ability to learn quickly and work independently
• Ability to apply a common sense understanding to carry out detailed, but
uncomplicated written or oral instructions
• Excellent organization, communication, writing and problem solving skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Ability to multi-task and handle multiple projects while staying organized
• Work well with staff, sponsors, donors, vendors and wish families
• Ability to follow through and handle projects responsibly and keep appropriate staff
informed

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
• Pursuing bachelor’s degree in communications, public relations, journalism or related
field.
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills are a must.
• Strong organization, time management and interpersonal skills.
• Some travel may be required, within the Nashville area.
• Some nights and weekends may be required.
• Must pass a background check.

WHAT YOU WILL GAIN:
• Solid communication experience.
• Flexible hours where, when appropriate notice, the supervisor will work to schedule
hours around exams and other deadlines.
• Opportunity to interact with other professionals in the business and non-profit
sectors.
• Knowledge that you are making a difference in your community.

ACADEMIC CREDIT:
Candidates must receive academic credit for the internship, it will be the intern’s
responsibility to make arrangements with his or her school. Make-A-Wish Middle
Tennessee will provide the necessary job description and performance review upon
request.

To apply, send resume and cover letter to Emily Gray