Healthy Communities Communications Intern

Shine BrightX LLC; San Francisco, Washington (CA, District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 25.000 - 28.000; Teilzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Paid internship

Remote work option

Hybrid option in SF/DC

Zusammenfassung

EDF Health invites a marketing/communications intern to help draft materials for Instagram, X, and the monthly newsletter, while supporting media outreach and audience research. You will translate technical environmental health issues into engaging stories for public audiences and create digital content including blog posts and campaign messaging.

The role involves auditing Sprout Social analytics, updating media lists, and monitoring media coverage.

Qualifikationen

• Enrolled in or recent graduate of a degree program in marketing, communications, journalism, environmental science, international affairs, development, or related fields.
• Demonstrated interest or working knowledge of public policy, public health, and advocacy, especially air quality, chemicals, or climate change policy.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills; translate complex issues into engaging blog, newsletter, and social media content.
• Knowledge of social media and creative campaigns; experience with Instagram, LinkedIn, and Twitter/X; reels/short-form video is a plus.
• Preferred Wordpress website management experience.
• Well-organized, self-motivated, and detail-oriented.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and/or Google Workspace.
• Experience with Canva and basic video/photo editing; eager to learn more.

Aufgaben

• Draft marketing and communications materials for EDF Health across Instagram, Twitter/X, and the monthly newsletter.
• Assist with media outreach tasks and audience research to reach relevant publics.
• Translate environmental health and policy topics into clear, compelling content.
• Create digital communications products like social content, newsletter copy, blog posts, and campaign messaging.
• Audit Sprout Social analytics and audience profiles to inform best practices.
• Update media lists to reflect current media landscape.
• Monitor media outlets for reporting, coverage, and opportunities.
• Assist with basic photo editing, video review, and collateral design.
• Support EDF's culture and inclusion goals through teamwork and initiative.

Kenntnisse

Social media campaigns

Communications writing

Wordpress

Office 365 / Google Workspace

Video editing basics

Team collaboration

Research skills

Multitasking

Ausbildung

Marketing / communications / journalism / environmental science degree ( enrolled or recent graduate )

Tools

Sprout Social

Canva

Jobbeschreibung

Your Role

Here's what you will be doing:

• Draft marketing and communications materials for EDF Health, including content for Instagram, Twitter/X (@edf_health), and the monthly newsletter.
• Assist with media outreach tasks and research to ensure communications reach relevant audiences.
• Translate complex environmental health, chemicals, and clean air policy issues into clear, compelling content for public audiences.
• Create digital communications products such as social media content, newsletter copy, blog posts, and campaign messaging.
• Audit EDF Health's Sprout Social analytics and audience profiles to inform best practices.
• Update media lists to reflect the current media landscape.
• Monitor traditional and non-traditional media outlets for reporting, coverage, and opportunities.
• Assist with basic photo editing, video review, and collateral design.
• Participate in advancing EDF's organizational effectiveness and culture goals to foster inclusion and empowerment aligned with EDF values.

About You

The company is looking for:

• Enrolled in or recent graduate of a degree program focused on marketing, communications, journalism, environmental science, international affairs, development, or related fields.
• Demonstrated interest or working knowledge of public policy, public health, and advocacy, especially air quality, chemicals, or climate change policy.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, with ability to turn technical writing or analysis into stories for blogs, newsletters, and social media.
• Knowledge of social media and creative campaigns, especially on Instagram, LinkedIn, and Twitter/X; experience with reels and short-form video content recommended.
• Preferred experience with basic website management, especially Wordpress.
• Well-organized, self-motivated, and detail-oriented.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and/or Google Workspace.
• Experience with Canva and basic video and photo editing skills, with a desire to learn new software.
• Excellent research skills.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize, and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work both independently and in a team setting.
• Demonstrated self‑awareness, cultural competency, inclusivity, and ability to work with diverse colleagues and stakeholders.
• Initiative and problem‑solving skills.

Compensation & Benefits

• Paid internship at $18-20 per hour, competitive with leading non-profits.

Additional Details

Location: U.S. Remote with option for hybrid work from EDF offices in San Francisco or Washington, DC. Intern supervisor is in California; many team members are in Washington, DC.

Term: Spring 2027

Hours: Part-time (20 hours/week) or Full-time (35 hours/week)