Communications Intern – 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.