Engagement & Communications Intern

Chris Baily; New York (NY); On-site; USD 11,160 - 22,320; Part time

Job summary

The Supportive Housing Network of New York is seeking an Engagement and Communications Intern to support events, communications and member engagement and programs. This part‑time internship for 20 hours per week runs from September 8 through December 11 and offers a $4,000 stipend paid in two installments.

The role includes writing blog posts, creating content for social media, organizing files, updating Salesforce, assisting with design, and supporting the annual gala and member meetings.

Qualifications

• Passion for the Network's mission and communications acumen.
• Experience with Canva and Zoom and social media trends.
• Strong writing and design skills; highly organized and detail oriented.

Responsibilities

• Assist with blog posts for digests and newsletters.
• Create content for Instagram, LinkedIn, Bluesky, YouTube and other outlets.
• Organize communication files and update Salesforce.
• Support website redesign and other communications tasks.
• Assist with gala materials, sponsors, honorees, and day‑of setup.
• Attend and support member meetings and NetWorkshops.

Skills

Canva

Zoom

Social media

Blog writing

Content creation

Attention to detail

Tools

Salesforce

Job description

The Supportive Housing Network of New York represents more than 200 nonprofit organizations that have created nearly 68,000 units of supportive housing across New York State. The Network uses advocacy, public education, training, technical assistance, research, and policy analysis to increase the public's understanding of supportive housing - affordable housing with voluntary services for formerly homeless people with disabilities and special needs. The Network identifies and shares best practices that continually improve the model's effectiveness and, most importantly, encourages the creation of enough supportive housing to end homelessness among the most vulnerable New Yorkers.

About the Position

Reporting to the Director of Programs and Engagement, the Engagement and Communications Intern plays a key role supporting the Network's activities in the following areas: events, communications and member engagement and programs. This is a part‑time internship for 20 hours per week taking place between September8th and December11th.

Responsibilities

Communications

• Assist with writing blog posts for the Network's digests and Newsletters
• Create content for the Network's social media accounts: Instagram, LinkedIn, Bluesky, YouTube, and other possible outlets
• Organize Network communication files
• Update Salesforce and database contact lists
• Assist with other editing and design of different Network work products
• Support website redesign project as needed
• Assist with any other communications related tasks as they arise

Annual Gala

• Assist with the creation of the digital gala journal, including tracking and securing gala journal materials, honoree write‑ups and copy‑editing content
• Support the design and creation of marketing materials and communications related to the annual gala
• Create Gala PowerPoint Presentation highlighting sponsors, honorees, and members
• Attend the Network's Annual Awards Gala on Monday, October26th, 4-9pm (assist with day‑of set up and take‑down; help staff registration tables)
• Assist with any other gala related items as they arise

Member Meetings & NetWorkshops

• Attend member meetings, NetWorkshops and trainings, taking notes and identifying next steps
• Assist with emerging NetWorkshops and convenings as they arise
• Attend member events as needed

Qualifications & Requirements

• A passion for the Supportive Housing Network of New York's mission
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Experience with Canva and Zoom
• Experience using social media platforms with an understanding of trends
• Strong design skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Organized self‑starter
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Team player who can also work independently
• Enthusiastic about learning and growing professionally

Compensation

$4,000 stipend paid in two installments throughout the internship.

How to Apply

To apply, please send resume and cover letter by clicking the "Reply by Email" button. Include "Engagement & Communications Intern" in the subject line. No phone calls, please.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Network is an equal opportunity employer. No individual will be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, age, gender, sex, genetics, sexual orientation, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, disability status, protected veteran status, political or union affiliation, or marital status. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including recruitment, hiring, placement, compensation, benefits, leaves of absence, training and apprenticeship, employee development, promotion, demotion, transfer, lay‑off, recall and termination.

The Network is committed to fostering, cultivating and preserving a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion. Our employees are the most valuable assets we have as an organization. The collective sum of the individual differences, life experiences, knowledge, innovation, self‑expression and unique talent that our employees invest in their work represents a significant part of not only our culture, but our reputation and achievements as well.