Digital Communications Internship

Position Summary:

Under the Communications Department, the digital communications intern will gain professional experience in creating and implementing social media campaigns, social analytics, writing for digital platforms and designing digital collateral using Canva. This internship will support a wide range of initiatives throughout the state, so the applicant must be an upbeat self-starter, organized and enjoy a fast-paced work environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage social media promotions and design projects for Walk to End Alzheimer’s events across Florida
• Develop social media campaigns to help tell stories and raise awareness of the Association and Alzheimer’s disease
• Update and design collateral for digital and print using Canva.
• Analyze social media analytics to inform best practices for Association
• Engage with Walk to End Alzheimer’s teams and provide coaching, support

Qualifications

• Prior experience with Canva
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and/or Google Workspace (especially spreadsheets and documents)
• Ability to work well independently, incorporate suggestions and meet deadlines
• Understanding of public relations principles
• Strong writing skills and attention to detail
• AP Style knowledge

Professional Development

• Gain professional experience managing projects and balancing multiple priorities
• Experience working within a nationally recognized brand framework
• Work within a high-functioning and inspiring workplace atmosphere
• Learn and contribute in a local non-profit environment with a national reach

Training & Evaluation

• Branding guidelines and style guide will be provided
• Online training courses (as relevant to internship)
• Individual training with supervisor for special projects
• Ongoing evaluation / feedback provided throughout internship

Commitment

• One year timeframe with flexibility for Winter break and other holidays
• 10 hours/week, flexible scheduling based on school load
• Preference to students nearing graduation (junior or senior years) or recent graduate

Application Process

• Resume and cover letter
• List of relevant classes taken that relate to the position
• Two design samples (brochure, ad, social media graphic, etc.)
• Two writing samples (preferably an article, blog post or creative writing sample)

Title: Digital Communications Internship

Position Location: Remote, must reside in Florida

Part time: 10 hours per week

Position Grade & Compensation: Grade N/A, $14/hour

Reports To: VP Communications

Who We Are:

The Alzheimer’s Association is the leading voluntary health organization in Alzheimer’s care, support and research. Our mission is to lead the way to end Alzheimer's and all other dementia- by accelerating global research, driving risk reduction and early detection, and maximizing quality care and support.

The Alzheimer’s Association announced a landmark $100 million investment in research for 2023. This unparalleled commitment is illustrative of the momentum we are building in dementia research - our investments today will lead to breakthroughs tomorrow.

At the Alzheimer’s Association, our employees are at the core of all we do. Our network of more than 1,900 employees across the United States makes a difference each and every day for those impacted by Alzheimer’s and those at risk for the disease.

We warmly invite qualified applicants to consider this opportunity to make a life-changing impact on the millions living with Alzheimer’s, their caregivers and those that may develop the disease in the future. Read on to learn more about the role, then visit our website to explore who we are and why we've been recognized as a Best Place to Work for the last twelve years in a row.

At the Alzheimer's Association®, we believe that diverse perspectives are critical to achieving health equity - meaning that all communities have a fair and just opportunity for early diagnosis and access to risk reduction and quality care. The Association is committed to engaging underrepresented and underserved communities and responding with resources and education to address the disproportionate impact of Alzheimer’s and dementia.

The Alzheimer’s Association commitment remains steadfast in engaging all communities in our full mission. The Association provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment to the fullest extent required by law, including, but not limited to, on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected characteristic.

Employees working 24 hours/week or more are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, flex accounts, short and long-term disability, life insurance, long term care insurance, tuition reimbursement, generous Paid Time Off, 12 annual holidays and Paid Family Leave, as well as an annual Cultural & Heritage Day and Volunteer Day of their choosing. They are also eligible for our gold standard 401(k) retirement plan. Please click HERE for more information.

Full time employees (37.5 hours/week), will enjoy all of the above plus an annual School Visitation Day and an Elder Care Facility Day of their choosing.

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