Hands-on Nonprofit Development & Marketing Intern

The Efshar Project; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 4,700 - 9,300; Part time

Job summary

The Efshar Project is seeking a Development & Marketing Intern to support communications, fundraising, events, and digital content under the Director of Development & Marketing. The internship is designed for a college student eager to gain practical experience while contributing to a growing Colorado nonprofit.

Responsibilities span marketing, donor research, event support, and data organization, with emphasis on learning strategy, messaging, and execution of campaigns.

Qualifications

• Strong written communication skills and attention to detail.
• Creativity and an eye for visual design and storytelling.
• Comfort with Canva and digital communications tools, or the ability to learn them quickly.
• Interest in social media, communications, marketing, fundraising, nonprofit management, or community engagement.
• Comfort using Google Workspace and learning new technology.
• Interest in using AI tools such as ChatGPT or Claude thoughtfully and effectively.

Responsibilities

• Marketing & Digital Communications: Create and format graphics and visual materials using Canva and other digital tools.
• Social media content planning and scheduling.
• Website updates, blog posts, program news, and other digital content.
• Support email communications and newsletters.
• Edit and format short‑form video and other multimedia content.
• Organize Efshar’s photo, video, graphic, and communications libraries.
• Maintain consistency across Efshar’s visual materials and communications.

Skills

Written communication

Creative/visual design

Canva

Social media interest

Google Workspace

AI tools like ChatGPT/Claude

Tools

Canva

Google Workspace

AI tools (ChatGPT/Claude)

Job description

The Efshar Project is seeking a Development & Marketing Intern to support communications, fundraising, events, and digital content under the Director of Development & Marketing. The internship is designed for a college student eager to gain practical experience while contributing to a growing Colorado nonprofit.

Responsibilities span marketing, donor research, event support, and data organization, with emphasis on learning strategy, messaging, and execution of campaigns.