At Faithful Friends Animal Society (FFAS), the Marketing/Communications intern will be responsible for assisting the Development Department in its advertising and promotional efforts. Raising the profile of the organization through social media, communication materials, storytelling, recruitment, and reporting. This includes but is not limited to creating/designing visual content for social media and web, content curation, story development, organization and creation for weekly e-newsletters and blogs, contributing to the design of print materials, and assisting the Development team with smaller-scale writing and design requests. 

This is an unpaid internship in which the Intern will undertake practical working knowledge and any relevant course credit with an institution of higher education.  

The Marketing & Communications intern will report to and be supervised by the Director of Development & Public Relations. 

What you will learn/gain:  

• Multi-channel marketing skills. Working with digital, print, and peer-to-peer channels in marketing campaigns
• Project management experience, including how to meet daily, weekly, and long-term deadlines in a unique environment
• Experience using WordPress, Google Analytics, and marketing software
• How to apply design theory to non-profit marketing campaigns
• Experience working and communicating directly with a mid-size non-profit team
• Exposure to many locally-owned businesses, nonprofits, and organizations in Delaware

What we require:  

• Basic design skills (familiarity with Canva, or Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop & InDesign)
• Some experience with copywriting and blog writing
• Knowledge of basic design principles & composition
• Experience with content creation and curation for social media platforms including Facebook, Linkedin, TikTok, and Instagram/Reels
• Quality verbal communication (small and large group settings) as well as written communication (web, email, newsletters)
• Ability to process and implement creative feedback
• Experience following social trends
• Ability to bring new ideas to the table
• Passion for the non-profit sector and animal welfare industry

By the end of the internship, you will have:

• Applied your knowledge, skills, and experience to a professional work environment
• Built and maintained positive professional relationships
• Demonstrated awareness of community and/or organizational issues
• Received professional experience that relates to your academic studies and career path
• Developed strong networking/mentoring relationships

Duration: Mid August through Mid November / Application deadline: ASAP

Compensation: This is an unpaid position. Upon completion of the internship in good standing, the intern will receive a letter of recommendation.  

Schedule: Flexible

Flexible, equitable, family-friendly, and inclusive work environment that values work-life balance. We are committed to inclusivity and encourage qualified candidates from all cultures and communities to apply. We are an equal-opportunity employer.

How to Apply: Candidates for this position should send their resumé to Shannon O’Neill, Director of Development, at kayla@faithfulfriends.us

About Faithful Friends Animal Society

Faithful Friends Animal Society (FFAS) was founded in 2000 and now serves 18,000 pets and 24,000 people each year through programs and services that focus on the most vulnerable. For 25 years, FFAS has led reforms in animal welfare that have become the building blocks for a comprehensive, humane animal welfare system in Delaware. The number of pets and people we serve each year continues to increase as the demand for our services continues to grow. FFAS is funded through donations, grants, and fees for services, with the majority of funding being allocated for community programs and services. In summer 2023, the organization moved into its new home in New Castle, Delaware, which features walking paths, gardens, and meet-and-greet areas on a 27-acre property granted by the state of Delaware.