Fall Internship: Social & Digital Media

Akola Project; Dallas (TX); On-site; Part time

Job summary

Akola Project in Dallas is offering a Social Media & Digital Marketing Internship aimed at empowering women through social enterprise. Interns will draft content, research digital marketing practices, and work with various teams to tell impactful stories. This role is unpaid but qualifies for class credit, providing a hands-on opportunity in nonprofit work.

The internship starts on August 31 and concludes on December 11, 2015.

Qualifications

• Strong passion for social enterprise and nonprofit work.
• Ability to draft engaging content for various platforms.
• Willingness to learn and grow in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Draft content for Akola's social and digital platforms.
• Research best practices in social media and digital marketing.
• Collaborate with teams on storytelling initiatives.

Skills

Digital marketing

Content creation

Social media management

Education

Current enrollment in a relevant degree program

Job description

Akola ("she works") is empowering 400 women from various walks of marginalization with dignified work to become change-makers in the lives of their 4,000 children and entire communities. 100% of product revenues are reinvested in Akola's social mission to train, employ and empower women globally.

Akola is a community of makers, wearers and supporters who, together, are changing lives for generations to come.

Job Description

Akola internships are a great opportunity for you to apply your learnings and experience to make real change in the world. We look for interns who can take on real responsibility and have an impact on the company, the customers and the women we all work for. It is a great opportunity for you to learn the ins and outs of non‑profit work, the innovative business model of a social enterprise and a thriving fashion company.

The Social Media & Digital Marketing Intern will be responsible for:

• Drafting content for all social and digital platforms to share the mission and vision with Akola supporters and provide opportunities for the networks to engage with the brand.
• Researching and reporting on best practices for implementation on social media and digital marketing.
• Work will various Akola teams to participate in storytelling initiatives.

Qualifications

Fall internship call begins August 31 and ends December 11, 2015. Positions are unpaid, but qualify for class credit.

To apply, please submit a resume and cover letter explaining why you are passionate about joining the Akola team and how you want to grow in this experience.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.