Marketing and Communications Intern

Newport Mental Health; Middletown (RI); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Job summary

Newport Mental Health is looking for a Marketing & Communications Intern to assist in storytelling and communications strategies. In this role, you will gather information about mental health services, develop engaging content, and support community events.

This internship is ideal for students interested in communications, marketing, and behavioral health. You will enhance your professional skills while contributing to meaningful work that raises awareness of mental health in Newport County.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a university or college program (junior or senior level preferred) in communications, marketing, or related fields.
• Interest in behavioral health and nonprofit management.
• Willingness to learn and support various communications tasks.

Responsibilities

• Interview staff to gather information about programs and services.
• Develop content for social media, presentations, and newsletters.
• Support fundraising and community engagement events.
• Conduct research to support storytelling.

Skills

Strong writing skills

Storytelling

Verbal communication

Attention to detail

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Familiarity with social media

Education

University enrollment in relevant fields

Tools

Canva

Job description

Newport Mental Health (NMH) is a progressive high-energy organization that uses a state‑of‑the‑art, person‑centered recovery approach to help individuals recover from mental illness and substance use disorders. NMH extends its trauma‑informed, evidence‑based services to children, adolescents, families, and adults through outreach, specialized programs, school‑based therapy, substance use therapy, community‑based therapy, and outpatient clinics.

What You Will Be Doing (Essential Duties)

The Marketing & Communications Intern will gain practical experience in storytelling, writing, content development, and event support while learning about behavioral health services, nonprofit communications strategy, and fundraising efforts. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to mission‑driven work that increases awareness of mental health and substance use services in Newport County.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Interview staff and gather information about programs, services, and outcomes
• Assist in the development of social media content, presentations, press releases, newsletters, and other communications materials
• Support fundraising and community engagement events
• Conduct research to support storytelling and communicate organizational impact
• Assist with general communications, marketing, and administrative tasks as needed

Requirements – Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong writing, storytelling, and verbal communication skills
• Interest in behavioral health, public health, communications, marketing, nonprofit management, or related fields
• Initiative, professionalism, and strong attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines
• Cultural humility and commitment to confidentiality
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and major social media platforms; familiarity with Canva is a plus

Learning Outcomes

• Strengthen professional interviewing, writing, and communication skills
• Gain experience in nonprofit marketing, communications, and philanthropy
• Learn about behavioral health and substance use treatment systems and community‑based care models
• Develop understanding of nonprofit branding, outreach, and donor engagement strategies

Other Duties

• Perform all other duties as assigned by the Supervisor
• Attend trainings and meetings as assigned
• Adhere to safety policies, including participation in fire/disaster drills

Education and Experience

Enrolled in a university or college program (junior or senior level preferred) in communications, marketing, public relations, journalism, public health, nonprofit management, or a related field.