Marketing and Communications Intern at Trident United Way North Charleston, SC

Marketing and Communications Intern job at Trident United Way. North Charleston, SC.

Trident United Way's Mission states that we are a catalyst for measurable community transformation in Education, Financial Stability and Health.

Our vision is simple, we are the leader in uniting our community to improve Lives.

Staff and volunteers are devoted to developing the financial and human resources necessary to do this transformational work. We know the importance and value of our Human Capital and are deeply committed to enhancing our corporate culture, while serving our community, with every new hire. We hope that you want to join our progressive and committed organization, so please, do not hesitate and apply today.

Trident United Way and its employees seek a diverse, inclusive and equitable workplace. Trident United Way defines a diverse, inclusive and equitable workplace as one where all employees and volunteers, regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation or identity, age, education, disability or veteran status feel valued and respected. Trident United Way is committed to a nondiscriminatory approach toward employment and investment. Trident United Way will provide equal opportunity for employment and advancement in all departments. It will seek community feedback to ensure community investments are pursued through a lens of equity. Trident United Way respects and values diverse life experiences and ensures that all voices are heard to inform our work.

Trident United Way is committed to modeling diversity and inclusion in the nonprofit sector and to maintaining an environment of inclusiveness and equitable treatment for all.

Trident United Way participates in the Employers of National Service Network, alumni of AmeriCorps, SeniorCorps and PeaceCorps programs are encouraged to apply!

Trident United Way is an Equal Opportunity Employer with an employee base of 40-50 FTE's.

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GAIN COMMUNICATIONS EXPERIENCE WITH A LEADING TRI-COUNTY NONPROFIT ORGANIZATION
Trident United Way is the Tri-County region’s only community connector that strategically and sustainably leverages human and financial resources to improve education, financial stability and health so that our entire community can thrive. We bring people and organizations together to find what is working and do more of that to help advance our community. We LIVE UNITED together because change does not happen alone. The Communications department of Trident United Way performs the full spectrum of communications functions including graphic design, public relations, media relations, social media, publication creation, marketing, advertising, support community & donor events, support volunteer opportunities and website management.

Position Title: Communications Intern. Reports To: Chief Connections Officer. He/she would have exposure to the Communications, Volunteer Engagement and Events team members, other TUW stakeholders and outside vendors.

Status: Intern, part-time up to 15 hours per week (Spring Semester 2025 (Mid-Jan through Mid-April 2025) with a possibility to extend into a second semester for Summer 2025).

Purpose of Position: This is an internship within Trident United Way’s Communications department within the Communications, Volunteer Engagement and Events division. Primary responsibilities will include supporting the Communications team members with inbound requests from other divisions as well as helping us execute our strategies - including creating graphics, making website updates, creating content for e-newsletter, collateral materials, proofreading and more.

GENERAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Collaboration on design projects resulting in clear, engaging graphics and brand identity compliant communications. Projects may include branded collateral materials, video, direct mail pieces, website and social media graphics, posters, flyers, special event photos and other marketing materials as needed.

Assist with writing/editing/layout content for E-newsletter

Maintain email opt-outs and sign-ups for E-newsletter in CRM Database and Constant Contact

Work closely with Communications department team members to translate Trident United Way’s messaging concepts into marketing materials

Assist with editing, proofreading and communication of changes on projects that originate with our agency or other graphic designer

Assist with organization events – pre-event coordination, gathering supplies and post-event wrap up

Assist in scheduling social media content and monitoring social media platforms

Assist with website updates

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Minimum of two semesters of major-related course work completed in one of the following: Graphic Design, Public Relations, Marketing, Communications, or related field preferred

Exceptional organization skills and detail-orientation

Excellent time management skills

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