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Internship Program
Creative Marketing Internship
CREATIVE MARKETING INTERN
Our Marketing Department is seeking Creative Marketing Interns! You will work on a variety of projects, such as:
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Designing and developing our website which includes writing website copy, blog posts, email campaigns, making updates.
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Creating social media content
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Creating videos to promote our programs which includes editing videos for marketing materials or social media
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Editing pictures and/or taking photos for marketing materials or social media
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Writing copy for our marketing materials
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Designing graphics for our marketing materials which includes creating brochures, flyers, or social media graphics
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Managing our company brand
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Optimizing our website for search engines
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Creating content for our blog
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Tracking marketing campaign progress and creating data/reports to present to the Marketing Head
Location: Fully Virtual
Hours: 15 to 20 hours per week
Internship Timeline:
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4 to 6 months
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Summer 2024
Field: Marketing, PR, Communication, Copywriting, Filmmaking, Design, Art, or related field
Requirement: Current college/university student or a recent graduate
Benefit: Possible Internship Academic Credit, Flexibility, Recommendation & Reference Letter, Certificate, Real-life Experience
Supervisor: Kristen Maikoo, Marketing Department Head
Expertise: Communication and Marketing Professional with experience in journalism, digital marketing, PR, business development, website management, marketing campaigns, copywriting, and nonprofit fundraising
Public Relations Internship
PUBLIC RELATIONS INTERN
Our Marketing Department is seeking Public Relations Interns! You will work on a variety of projects, such as:
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Coordinate guests and activities for the ATL Rise Podcast show.
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Develop innovative strategies to recruit podcast guests - including local leaders and individuals making significant contributions to the local Atlanta community.
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Research potential podcast shows for the CEO to be hosted and spotlighted on.
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Assist to secure and recruit guest speakers.
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Manage calendars (editorial, press conferences, events, etc.) and media lists.
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Participate in brainstorming and planning sessions.
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Conduct research to support PR planning.
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Draft and distribute content such as emails to guests before and after shows.
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Edit videos and presentations as assigned.
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Assist in tracking media coverage or PR metrics (e.g., web analytics).
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Develop ways to streamline communication and plan execution.
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Undertake general administrative and clerical duties.
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PR in-person content making during our company events (NYC event location and times will be shared) OR (Atlanta, GA event location and times will be shared)
Location: Hybrid (90% virtual, 10% in-person)
Hours: 15 to 20 hours per week
Internship Timeline:
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4 to 6 months
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Summer
Field: Marketing, PR, Communication, Copywriting, Filmmaking, Design, Art, or related field
Requirement: Current college/university student or a recent graduate
Benefit: Possible Internship Academic Credit, Flexibility, Recommendation & Reference Letter, Certificate, Real-life Experience
Supervisor: Kristen Maikoo, Marketing Department Head
Expertise: Communication and Marketing Professional with experience in journalism, digital marketing, PR, business development, website management, marketing campaigns, copywriting, and nonprofit fundraising
Human Resources Internship
HUMAN RESOURCES INTERN - Virtual
Our Human Resources (HR) Department is seeking HR Interns! You will work on a variety of duties, such as:
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Send initial outreach email to interested volunteer/intern/ job applicants (email template provided)
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Set up phone / virtual interviews and conduct phone / virtual interviews (template/instruction provided), write interview notes, and email the interview note to respective supervisor if the candidate meets the requirements for the interviewed role/position
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Assist with editing and reviewing job descriptions or position descriptions
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Do character reference checking (template and instruction provided)
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Send out welcome letter packet (template provided)
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Be familiar with current HR recruit trends
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Be strategic and proactive in finding ways to recruit talent with specific skillsets and experiences for our community-focused volunteer, internship, and job positions
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Outreach to universities and colleges to introduce internship / job opportunities - build or keep strong relationship with college / university partners
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Conduct HR orientation / training (powerpoint and instruction provided)
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Activating / removing / updating job, internship and volunteer postings (log-in credentials and instructions provided)
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Assist HR director with capacity building within the HR department to continually improve recruitment strategies; reaching the goal of being effective and efficient
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Assist HR director with current projects, i.e., monthly newsletter, pathway to promotion process, college/university partnerships, etc.
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Assist with recruitment tasks as assigned
Location: Fully Virtual
Hours: 15 to 20 hours per week
Internship Timeline:
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Summer 2024
Field: Human Resources or related field
Requirement: Current college/university student or a recent graduate
Benefit: Possible Internship Academic Credit, Flexibility, Recommendation/Reference Letter, Certificate, Real-life Experience
Supervisor: Dalamu Sherpa, HR Department Head
Expertise: Recruitment and selection, onboarding & off-boarding, employee relations, employee engagement, performance management, payroll management, compensation and benefits, training and development, HR policies and compliance, HR administration, and web designer (design and layout)
Case Management Internship
CASE MANAGEMENT INTERN - Virtual
Our Community Department is seeking Case Management Interns! You will work on a variety of duties, such as:
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Interact with and support faculty, students, school administrators, and alumni to support the mission and goals of the Community Departments and Programs.
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Demonstrate an understanding and consideration of the differing needs and concerns of individuals with varying identities, cultures, and backgrounds
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Identify, evaluate, and propose solutions to our community-focused program areas that need special attention
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Collaborate with the Community Department team to come up with strategies to help our program and services succeed
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Ensure that program activities operate within the policies and procedures of our non-profit organization
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Manage program evaluation activities, including feedback from students, parents, interns, and volunteers in our program
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Help with matching; mentee : mentor | tutee : tutor | mentee : coach
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Take a lead role in exploring community collaborations and developing supplemental support services for youth
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Ensure that program services are carried out, such as class and program activities
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Participate in intern development opportunities
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Organize group activities and attendance sheets
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Update school documentation ( i.e referral forms, and parent consent forms)
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Upload documentations on CMS [content management software - training provided by HR Department]
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Assist with collecting and organizing referral
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Assist with managing and organizing caseload
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Assist with organizing material for parent workshops and professional development workshops for teachers.
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Assist with keeping the spreadsheet data organized, and the google folder organized
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Other case management task as assigned
Location: Fully Virtual
Hours: 15 - 20 hours per week
Internship Timeline:
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4 to 6 months
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Summer 2024
Field: Human Services, Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, Childhood Education or related fields
Requirement: Current college/university student or a recent graduate
Benefit: Possible Internship Academic Credit, Flexibility, Recommendation & Reference Letter, Certificate, Real-life Experience
Supervisor: Tanequa Moore, Community Department Head
Expertise:Program Management, Project Management, Case Management, and Human Services
Who can apply?
We accept applications from current students in degree-seeking programs, associates programs, undergrads, and masters students.
Is there a limit on how many positions I can apply for?
We suggest that you only apply to 1 position most closely aligned to your experience and goals.
Is there a deadline on when I can apply?
There are no specific deadlines. However, please review our postings carefully if there are any specific dates.
I’m a recent college graduate. Can I still be considered for an internship opportunity?
YES.
Do you provide fieldwork or academic credit?
Yes. Please share our internship opportunity with your college or university! We are an approved field placement non-profit agency. Our interns are supervised, trained and mentored by full-time employees in the respective field. We work to make sure our internship aligns with your academic goals and ensure there are learning objectives
Can I work remotely as an intern?
Yes. At this time most of our internship programs are virtual.
Is the internship program paid?
We currently provide unpaid internships.
When will you begin accepting applications for the Internship Program?
The application period typically remains open. We recommend that you review our internship page and favorite our company page on Handshake to stay up to date on our applications.
Do you sponsor visas?
I'RAISE is not able to sponsor any type of visas at the moment.
What is the application process?
1: Fill out Internship Application Form which contains written interview questions
2: If selected, you will have a short virtual interview with our HR Team
3: If selected, you will have a final interview round with the Internship Supervisor
4: If moving forward, we will ask for three professional / academic references for reference checking process
5: If reference checking process is successfully completed, you will receive an official welcome email with an internship welcome packet
6: If you accept the Internship welcome packet, our HR team will support you with the onboarding process
7: Orientation with your Department and Supervisor, Trainings, and getting started!
Why Join Our Internship Program?
Real-world experiences
Our internship program is designed to provide hands-on experience in your field of interest. You will be working on meaningful projects and tasks, allowing you to apply theoretical knowledge to real-world scenarios.
Skill Development:
Throughout the six-month internship, you will have the chance to enhance your skill set significantly. Our organization offers comprehensive training and hands-on experiences to support your professional development.
Support and Guidance: Our full-time supervisors for each internship position provide comprehensive support and guidance throughout your internship journey. We offer orientation sessions, training, and ongoing support to equip you with the necessary tools and knowledge to make the most of your internship experience.
Meaningful Impact: Our non-profit volunteer program is dedicated to creating a positive and lasting impact in the community. By joining us, you will have the opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects and initiatives that directly benefit those in need. You can make a difference in the lives of individuals, families, or communities, providing valuable support and creating positive change.
Personal Growth and Exploration:This internship will not only enhance your professional skills but also contribute to your personal growth. You will have the chance to explore different aspects of the non-profit industry, discover your strengths, and gain a deeper understanding of your career aspirations. It is an opportunity to self-reflect, learn, and evolve as an individual
References and Recommendations:
A successful completion of the internship will provide you with a strong reference for your future job applications. Our organization values your contribution and will be happy to provide you with a letter of recommendation based on your performance and achievements during the internship period.
Academic Credit! Please share our internship opportunities with your college/university advisors or professors. We provide the required supervision, training, mentoring, and internship hours tracking in order for you to successfully receive academic or fieldwork credit.
If our internship is approved by your college or university for school credits, and there are alignments between your career goals and our internship experiences, please email human.resources@iraiseinc.org.
I'RAISE HR Department Internship Program Partners
CUNY - Marketing and Communications HUB at CUNY Career Launch!
The City College of New York - Public Service Career Hub at Colin Powell School for Civic and Global Leadership
The City College of New York - S. Jay Levy Fellowship For Future Leaders
Fordham University - Career Center For Cura Personalis
HULT International Business School
New York Institute of Technology - Federal Work-Study Community Service Internship
(FWS-CSI) program
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