Communications and Graphic Designer - Intern. Job in East Hartford LilyLifestyle

Job Type
Temporary, Internship

Description
Department: Marketing / Development

Reports To: Associate Director, Marketing and Communications

FLSA Status: Intern - Unpaid

Location: East Hartford, Connecticut (Hybrid)

Position Summary
The Communications and Graphic Design intern will learn key aspects of marketing strategy in the non-profit sector, in alignment with their program of study. Projects that the intern will work on will advance the organization’s mission, brand, and engagement goals. They will have the opportunity to learn how communications and graphic design strategies support fundraising and advocacy, gain exposure to nonprofit operations and mission-driven storytelling, and build a portfolio of writing, design, and digital content.

Responsibilities – Communications

Supporting day-to-day management of social media accounts.

Assisting with event promotion, fundraising campaigns, or awareness drives.

Supporting internal communications.

Drafting talking points, media pitches, and scripts.

Responsibilities – Graphic Design

Creating social media graphics, infographics, and digital ads to support campaigns.

Designing flyers, brochures, event programs, and posters.

Producing video graphics.

Creating signage, event backdrops, and branded merchandise.

Optimizing images for online use and accessibility.

Hands-On Experience Areas

Program Development

Evaluation

ResearchEvent Planning

Policy Analysis

Development

Design

The opportunities available in each department of The Governor’s Prevention Partnership provide real‑work assignments in a fast‑paced non‑profit organization and are designed to supplement a student's academic learning.

Flexibility
No two internships are the same and no experience is without the ability to adapt and change as the intern or advisor sees fit. Interns are asked to participate in the design of their workload and work one on one with program advisors to see that the needs of both parties are being met.

Support and Supervision
Program supervisors are qualified staff members with expertise in mentoring and prevention, particularly with youth.

Desired Candidate Profile

Enthusiastic and self‑motivated.

Sound organizational skills.

Ability to meet deadlines.

Strong oral and written skills.

Computer literacy.

Commitment
Students are typically expected to devote an average of 12-15 hours weekly. We are happy to accommodate interns whose schools require them to do a larger number of hours. Participants may alternatively work to satisfy work‑study course requirements, or they may simply volunteer.

Compensation
Internship opportunities may carry a stipend, depending on specific program funding. This is not guaranteed.

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