Development and Communications Intern

Senior Neighbors, Inc.; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Workshare eligible

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Senior Neighbors, Inc. in Grand Rapids, MI, seeks a Development and Communications Intern to support social media, campaigns, events, and donor engagement. This part-time internship (10-15 hours/week) offers hands-on nonprofit communications experience under the Director of Development.

You will collaborate with staff to create newsletters, manage content, and coordinate fundraising activities while learning in a supportive, mentored environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Currently pursuing an undergraduate degree.
• Affinity for older adults and community service.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Experience with social media platforms and basic analytics preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; Canva or Adobe skills a plus.
• Ability to use Zoom and Teams for virtual meetings.

Responsibilities

• Create and schedule social media content to promote Senior Neighbors’ brand, services, fundraising efforts, and events.
• Assist in gathering, creating, and editing content for newsletters, emails, and other communication pieces.
• Monitor social media analytics and provide reports to help optimize engagement strategies.
• Assist in planning, promotion, and execution of fundraising and community events with logistics coordination and volunteer management.
• Coordinate donor and volunteer communications, including thank-you notes and follow-ups.

Skills

Social media

Content creation

Event planning

Donor engagement

Analytics

Communication

Microsoft Office

Zoom

Education

High school diploma or GED

Undergraduate student

Tools

Zoom

Teams

Canva

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Date Available:August,2026throughDecember,2026 – with potential to extend toApril,2027

Job Type:Internship, part-time,10-15hours per week

Compensation:$15/hour– job is Workshare Eligible

Supervisor:Director of Development

Location:Senior Neighbors Inc., Central Office, 678 Front Ave NW Suite 205, Grand Rapids, MI 49504

Opportunities and Experiences for the Student:

Hands-On Experience:Gain direct experience in creating and managing social media campaigns,assistingin event planning, and engaging with donors and volunteers.

Professional Development:Work in a collaborative environment that fosters learning and professional growth, with opportunities for mentorship from experienced nonprofit professionals.

Creative Projects:Contribute tocontent creation for newsletters, social media, and other communication channels, enhancing your skills in digital marketing and nonprofit communications.

Event Coordination:Participatein the planning and execution of key fundraising and community events, fromlogisticscoordination to volunteer management.

Networking:Build your professional network by working alongside a dedicated team of development professionals and engaging with community leaders and stakeholders.

Position Summary

The Development and Communications Intern will work closely with the Director of Development,Marketing & Communications Coordinator,Development Coordinator, and other staff members to support the execution of communication campaigns, social media efforts, event planning, and donor engagement activities. This role offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in nonprofit development and communications while contributing to impactful projects that support Senior Neighbors' mission. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, creative, and eager to learn, with a passion for supporting older adults in our community.

Essential Duties and Responsibilitiesincludethe following.

Social Media & Content Creation:

Create and schedule social media content to promote Senior Neighbors’ brand, services, fundraising efforts, and events.

Assistin gathering, creating, and editing content for newsletters, emails, and other communication pieces.

Monitor social media analytics and provide reports to helpoptimizeengagement strategies.

Event Support:

Assistin theplanning, promotion, and execution of fundraising and community events, includinglogisticscoordination and volunteer management.

Support the Development Coordinators by preparing materials, organizing resources, and ensuring smooth eventoperations.

Help coordinate communication with donors and volunteers, including sending thank-you notes, managing volunteer schedules, and following up after events.

Assistinmaintainingaccuratedonor records in theDonorPerfectdatabase.

AdministrativeTasks:

Attend internal team meetings, take notes, andestablishaction items for follow-up.

Provide general administrative support to the Development team, including scheduling meetings, organizing files, and managing calendars.

AndOther duties asassigned.*

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Senior Neighborsisan equal opportunity employer.

Committed to promoting diversity, inclusion, and a racism-free culture in the workplace and our community.

Committed to offering reasonable accommodation to job applicants with disabilities. If you needassistanceoran accommodationdue to disability, please contact us.

Providesequal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or geneticsin accordance withapplicable federal, state, and local laws.

*Other duties - Please note this job description is not designed to cover orcontaina comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that arerequired ofthe employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

NOTE: This job may be Workshare eligible.

Qualifications

Education / Experience:

High school diploma or GED equivalent.

Currently pursuing an undergraduate degree at a 2 or 4-year accredited college or university.

Affinity for older adults and an understanding of their value to the community.

Strong oral and written communication skills, with attention to detail.

Ability to prioritize tasks, manage time effectively, and work independently.

Experience with social media platforms and basic analytics preferred.

Proficiencyin Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); basic Adobe Creative Suite or Canva skills are a plus.

Ability to use remote software such as Zoom and Teams.

Special Licensing

• Must have a satisfactory driving record and access to private transportation that meets state insurance requirements and vehicle safety standards for agency business.

Expected Hours of Work

• 10 hours per week, with a flexible schedule. Standard office hours are M-F8:00am-4:30pm.

Physical Demands / WorkEnvironment

This joboperatesin a typical office setting and islargely sedentary. The roleroutinelyusesstandard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and filing cabinets.

Location Grand Rapids, Michigan, United States