Marketing and Communications Intern

Cambridge, MA (Hybrid)

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Posted 3 months ago

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Job Summary

Drive nonprofit social media and digital content by supporting posting, design, and editorial workflow.

  • Draft and schedule posts aligned with the editorial calendar.
  • Must-have: Canva proficiency with strong visual storytelling.
  • Standout: Experience coordinating multiple small projects for community impact.

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Draft and schedule social media posts aligned with the organization’s editorial calendar;
  • Support posting and formatting content across digital platforms;
  • Monitor engagement and flag comments or messages requiring follow-up;
  • Short form content editing.
  • Assist in designing social media graphics, flyers, recruitment materials, and event collateral;
  • Support formatting and design of newsletters, invitations, and digital campaigns;
  • Ensure materials align with Just A Start’s brand standards.
  • Assist in conducting interviews with program participants, residents, and partners;
  • Help maintain and organize the organization’s story bank including quotes, testimonials, and impact highlights;
  • Track photo releases and maintain organized digital assets;

Requirements

  • Strong graphic design skills and visual storytelling ability;
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
  • Experience with Canva required; familiarity with Adobe Suite preferred;
  • Experience with social media platforms and content scheduling tools;
  • Strong short form content editing skills;
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail;
  • Ability to manage multiple small projects and meet deadlines;
  • Comfortable communicating with staff, participants, and community partners;
  • Willingness to ask questions and take initiative;

Preferred

  • Currently pursuing or recently completed coursework in Marketing, Communications, Graphic Design, Journalism, or related field;
  • Interest in nonprofit communications and community impact work.

Benefits

  • Hands on experience in nonprofit marketing and communications
  • Exposure to integrated communications strategy within a mission driven organization
  • Portfolio ready design and writing samples
  • Mentorship from the Associate Director of Communications
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Just A Start

Just A Start believes that access to stable housing and sustainable careers are the essential building blocks of equitable communities. For more than 50 years, we have focused on meeting the fundamental needs of individuals and families who have been systemically denied opportunities to realize their full potential. Our programs include affordable housing, education and job training, and comprehensive support services, spanning Cambridge and beyond.

Founded in 1968
Cambridge, Massachusetts, USA
112 employees (6 in marketing)

Traffic Signals

Monthly Visitors
7.4K
Traffic Source Mix
Search
28.2%
Direct
47.3%
Referral
5.9%
Social
17.1%
Paid
1.5%

Headcount Trend

Current headcount: ~112

Marketing Team

Marketing Team Size
6 (5% of company)

Funding

Total Funding
$51K
Last Raise
$5K
Grant, 8 years ago

Funding History

  • Mar 2018
    Grant • $5K
  • Apr 2014
    Grant • $46K