Engagement & Communications Intern
chris bailyNew York, NY
$4,000
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chris bailyNew York, NY17 days ago
$4,000
Occupations
Public Relations SpecialistsSocial and Human Service AssistantsCommunity and Social Service Specialists, All OtherIndustries
Other Community Housing ServicesOther Social Advocacy OrganizationsAdministration of Housing ProgramsThe Supportive Housing Network of New York represents more than 200 nonprofit organizations that have created nearly 68,000 units of supportive housing across New York State. The Network uses advocacy, public education, training, technical assistance, research, and policy analysis to increase the public's understanding of supportive housing - affordable housing with voluntary services for formerly homeless people with disabilities and special needs. The Network identifies and shares best practices that continually improve the model's effectiveness and, most importantly, encourages the creation of enough supportive housing to end homelessness among the most vulnerable New Yorkers.
About the Position Reporting to the Director of Programs and Engagement, the Engagement and Communications Intern plays a key role supporting the Network's activities in the following areas: events, communications and member engagement and programs. This is a part‑time internship for 20 hours per week taking place between September8th and December11th.
Responsibilities:
Communications Assist with writing blog posts for the Network's digests and Newsletters
Create content for the Network's social media accounts: Instagram, LinkedIn, Bluesky, YouTube, and other possible outlets
Organize Network communication files
Update Salesforce and database contact lists
Assist with other editing and design of different Network work products
Support website redesign project as needed
Assist with any other communications related tasks as they arise
Annual Gala Assist with the creation of the digital gala journal, including tracking and securing gala journal materials, honoree write‑ups and copy‑editing content
Support the design and creation of marketing materials and communications related to the annual gala
Create Gala PowerPoint Presentation highlighting sponsors, honorees, and members
Attend the Network's Annual Awards Gala on Monday, October26th, 4-9pm (assist with day‑of set up and take‑down; help staff registration tables)
Assist with any other gala related items as they arise
Member Meetings & NetWorkshops Attend member meetings, NetWorkshops and trainings, taking notes and identifying next steps
Assist with emerging NetWorkshops and convenings as they arise
Attend member events as needed
Qualifications & Requirements:
A passion for the Supportive Housing Network of New York's mission
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Experience with Canva and Zoom
Experience using social media platforms with an understanding of trends
Strong design skills
Strong attention to detail
Organized self‑starter
Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously
Strong interpersonal skills
Team player who can also work independently
Enthusiastic about learning and growing professionally
Compensation $4,000 stipend paid in two installments throughout the internship.
How to Apply:
To apply, please send resume and cover letter by clicking the "Reply by Email" button. Include "Engagement & Communications Intern" in the subject line. No phone calls, please.
Equal Opportunity Employer The Network is an equal opportunity employer. No individual will be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, age, gender, sex, genetics, sexual orientation, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, disability status, protected veteran status, political or union affiliation, or marital status. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including recruitment, hiring, placement, compensation, benefits, leaves of absence, training and apprenticeship, employee development, promotion, demotion, transfer, lay‑off, recall and termination.
The Network is committed to fostering, cultivating and preserving a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion. Our employees are the most valuable assets we have as an organization. The collective sum of the individual differences, life experiences, knowledge, innovation, self‑expression and unique talent that our employees invest in their work represents a significant part of not only our culture, but our reputation and achievements as well.
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Level
InternL1
Salary
$4,000
Location
New York, NY
Occupation
Public Relations Specialists
Industry
Other Community Housing Services
Posted
17 days ago
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