This position is for an INTERN with Unity Bands Inc., an all-volunteer 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization supporting healthcare heroes in need and at-risk communities during the pandemic. This is a fantastic opportunity to learn how a nonprofit project plans and operates to support a community need. Great addition to resume or Greek points.
The Social Media Intern with Unity Bands will assist with social media and marketing efforts. This internship is an excellent opportunity for someone seeking experience managing multiple social media accounts for a growing nonprofit. Working both independently and collaboratively in a team to fulfill organizational goals and initiatives related to events, this role is so much more than knowing how to use a social media account.
The Social Media Intern will need to be a planner and strategist, with skills in marketing, copywriting, and design. A completely remote role, the intern hired for this position should be excited to share in the development of the brand and eager to gain extensive online experience.
Responsibilities may include but not limited to:
- Conduct social media assessment, documenting observations regarding Unity Bands social media platforms and making recommendations
- Update social media strategic plan, synchronized with the Unity Bands strategic plan
- Post dynamic, relevant, up-to-date content on our social media platforms. Help create content to help us reach our target audience by delivering useful and appealing online information about our project and products through social media
- Interact with followers and potential customers through social pages
- Assist in day-to-day marketing responsibilities and implementing plans to increase followers on social media websites such as Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube
- Keep up-to-date with social media trends, especially new features and opportunities with Instagram and LinkedIn
- Monitor, post, and assist in creating content for blogs, forums, and social networks
- Assist staff with tracking, formatting, and archiving reviews and other media
- Assisting in the production of advertisements, press releases, and promotional materials
- Brainstorm, pitch, and run new social media marketing ideas to continue to grow reach, traffic & conversion
- Setup effective ad campaigns on Facebook and Instagram
SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE WE’RE LOOKING FOR…
- Firm grasp of social media tools and platforms including Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube
- Completed or working toward a college degree (Junior level or up), preferably in a related field (e.g., English, Marketing/Communications, Advertising, Graphic Design, or Public Relations)
- Previous internship or related experience in marketing or social media is a plus
- Must be computer literate (working knowledge of word processing, Google Drive and Google applications)
- Create graphics and creative assets using Canva, Adobe Illustrator, and/or Adobe Photoshop
- Self-starter, good time management, creative, with the ability to communicate in a professional manner
- Commitment to the continuous improvement of service quality and the organization’s mission
Unfortunately, we cannot accept additional international students at this time.
Why are we doing this? The underpaid but essential health care workforce in America comprises nearly 7 million people in low-paid health jobs including health care support workers, direct care workers, and health care service workers. According to Brookings, over 80% of health care support, service, and direct care workers are women and are also disproportionately people of color. Charitable dollars from the community typically wane within the initial three to six months after a disaster (issuelab.org). In the case of COVID-19, media attention has shifted to other topics. Spreading awareness about the challenges healthcare workers are facing and the community support are two ways Unity Bands can help right now based on a recent survey conducted. “Continue supporting us. Just the little things that bring a smile and can make things better,” said one healthcare worker.
