Institute for Civic Leadership - Communications Assistant Intern

The Institute for Civic Leadership is seeking candidates for a Communications Assistant Intern position.

This Internship will provide a qualified student with practical, hands-on experience to learn on-the-job skills in communications, marketing, public relations and special events, and apply those skills for a Portland-based, nonprofit leadership Institute.

Additional benefits can include: earning academic credit through the student’s college; resume-building experience; the opportunity to be mentored by an experienced communications specialist; and exposure to the ICL leadership programs and alumni network. Specific learning goals for this Internship will be determined in collaboration with the student and academic advisors.

Good verbal and written communications are required; computer and organizational skills; social media knowledge; and familiarity with website content management and manipulating digital images. The ideal candidate is creative, upbeat, and responsible to work independently as well as part of a team; and professional when promoting awareness of the Institute for Civic Leadership. ICL staff and alumni enjoy working together and seek someone with strong motivation and a sense of humor. The position is unpaid. Hours are flexible and negotiable. No experience required in fundraising (development). This position directly supports and is supervised/mentored by the Director of Development and Communications.

Responsibilities and Learning Opportunities:

• Support ICL in communications, marketing, PR and related functions, including: print production, digital photo file management, press releases, website content management, writing, editing, email marketing software (Constant Contact); and social media input/management (Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn).
• Assist with events preparation (e.g. 20th Anniversary) including marketing and sponsorship development.
• Establish and cultivate relationships with alumni, volunteers, staff, and media resources.
• Assist in various fund development aspects: appeals, donor recognition and research, as may be assigned.
• Assist with other projects, as may be assigned by the Director of Development and Communications.

Qualifications:

• Willingness to accept the mission and goals of the Institute for Civic Leadership.
• Ability to learn quickly and a creative desire to work in all aspects of communications, PR and marketing, and learn how these tools relate to relationship-building and fund-raising.
• Ability to work with ICL’s alumni network and the public in a professional, courteous manner.
• Effective written/verbal communication skills; creative photo design skills added plus, but not required.
• Self-motivated, positive collaborator.
• Strong organizational skills; ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Strong attention to detail, coupled with the ability to see the big picture.
• Ability to work independently and take initiative.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.

To Apply or For More Information:
Email your resume with letter of interest to: Elaine Tselikis, ICL Director of Development and Communications (etselikis@civicleadership.org).
Questions are welcome! 207-773-3254 x108.