Marketing and Communications Intern

Newport Mental Health (NMH) is a progressive high-energy organization that uses a state‑of‑the‑art, person‑centered recovery approach to help individuals recover from mental illness and substance use disorders. NMH extends its trauma‑informed, evidence‑based services to children, adolescents, families, and adults through outreach, specialized programs, school‑based therapy, substance use therapy, community‑based therapy, and outpatient clinics.

What You Will Be Doing (Essential Duties)
The Marketing & Communications Intern will gain practical experience in storytelling, writing, content development, and event support while learning about behavioral health services, nonprofit communications strategy, and fundraising efforts. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to mission‑driven work that increases awareness of mental health and substance use services in Newport County.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

Interview staff and gather information about programs, services, and outcomes

Assist in the development of social media content, presentations, press releases, newsletters, and other communications materials

Support fundraising and community engagement events

Conduct research to support storytelling and communicate organizational impact

Assist with general communications, marketing, and administrative tasks as needed

Requirements – Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Strong writing, storytelling, and verbal communication skills

Interest in behavioral health, public health, communications, marketing, nonprofit management, or related fields

Initiative, professionalism, and strong attention to detail

Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines

Cultural humility and commitment to confidentiality

Proficiency with Microsoft Office and major social media platforms; familiarity with Canva is a plus

Learning Outcomes

Strengthen professional interviewing, writing, and communication skills

Gain experience in nonprofit marketing, communications, and philanthropy

Learn about behavioral health and substance use treatment systems and community‑based care models

Develop understanding of nonprofit branding, outreach, and donor engagement strategies

Other Duties

Perform all other duties as assigned by the Supervisor

Attend trainings and meetings as assigned

Adhere to safety policies, including participation in fire/disaster drills

Education and Experience
Enrolled in a university or college program (junior or senior level preferred) in communications, marketing, public relations, journalism, public health, nonprofit management, or a related field.

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