Communications Intern - Paid Internship

AGENCY DESCRIPTION: Silence the Shame is a mental health education and awareness non-profit organization. Through the community conversations, compelling content and outreach programs, we aim to normalize the conversation, peel back the layers of shame, eliminate the stigma and provide support for mental wellbeing. We are committed to building programs to promote mental well-being through peer support and education. We strive to support youth development and leadership to reduce rates of suicide and mental crisis.

Silence the Shame is seeking a communications intern with exceptional writing and communications skills. The communications intern will work with the team to assist in organizations communications, media relations, and social media tasks. The team will conduct public relations outreach, promote programs, materials, and our overall campaigns for the organization.

CONTACT: Taimere Wood, Operations Director, tw@silencetheshame[dot]com

EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND: Bachelor’s degree; enrolled in MPH or PhD program in a graduate school or related master’s level program.

GENERAL INTERN SKILLS/RESOURCES REQUIRED:

Under the supervision of Silence the Shame’s Intern Coordinator (aka Operations Director), the intern should have the following skills/resources:

·      Interest about the health needs of vulnerable populations (e.g., mental health, homeless, etc.)

·      Beginning knowledgeable about mental health, substance abuse

·      Commit to at least 15-20 hours per week

·      A sharp eye for detail

·      Self-starter and be a quick learner

·      Be reliable, responsible and accountable

·      Be able to work independently & to multi-task

·      Excellent oral and written communication skills, with ability to communicate with diverse populations

·      Professional demeanor

·      Experience using Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint programs

·      Well organized with attention to detail and ability to carry out tasks independently

·      Ability to meet deadlines

·      Driver’s license & personal vehicle

·      Public health/social justice interests

·      Ability to perform repetitive task such as stuffing envelopes

·      Intermediate to advanced organizational skills

·      Ability to manage multiple projects as needed

·      Able to work in fast paced environment at times

·      Participate weekly or monthly coordinating meetings

·      Graphic design experience preferred but not required

·      Occasional events to be worked on Saturdays and Sundays, which will clearly planned

RESPONSIBILTIES

·       Assist in drafting communications documents as assigned including but not limited to newsletter, social media content, press briefings, etc.

·       Assist with analyzing social media analytics to maximize brand exposure

·       Review major newspapers daily for related stories

·       Monitor news trends and events to identify opportunities

·       Create and maintain media lists

·       Participate in strategy meetings with the communications team

·       Assist with maintenance and creating content for the website

·       Assist with the development of new materials & scheduling social media outlets including Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram

·       Assist with the execution of the Silence the Shame’s communications plan