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, Filed Under: Internship

Fall Internship with The Texas Coalition to Abolish the Death Penalty

TCADP Intern Job Description

The Texas Coalition to Abolish the Death Penalty (TCADP) is the only statewide grassroots advocacy organization dedicated solely to ending the death penalty in Texas. TCADP’s Fall 2014 Advocacy Intern will assist with community outreach and public education programs, research and writing, strategic communications, political research, and administrative support.  He/she will interact with the Executive Director, as well as other volunteers, TCADP Board Members, and community partners.

Responsibilities:

  • Support for public education and outreach programs, including our regional speakers’ tours this fall featuring death row exonorees and other individuals with personal experience with the Texas death penalty system
  • Research and writing assignments related to TCADP’s blog and monthly e-newsletter
  • Research related to the TCADP year-end report on death penalty developments
  • Development of educational materials for print and/or online publication
  • Logistical support for the TCADP 2015 Annual Conference, which will take place in February 2015 in Austin
  • Administrative support, including data entry, resource inventory, and social media updates

Desired skills/experience:

  • Exceptional communication and writing skills (ability to speak and write Spanish is a plus)
  • Experience with grassroots/student organizing and community outreach
  • Experience with online communication/social networking tools (Facebook, blogs, Twitter, etc.)
  • Proven ability to work independently
  • Interest in working with a non-profit organization
  • Personal commitment to abolition of the death penalty

To apply, send a cover letter and résumé to TCADP Executive Director Kristin Houlé at khoule@tcadp.org.  Visit www.tcadp.org to learn more about the organization.

, Filed Under: Internship

Fall Internship at Beyond Batten Disease Foundation

About Beyond Batten Disease Foundation

The mission of the Beyond Batten Disease Foundation (BBDF) is to eradicate Batten disease, a rare and fatal neurodegenerative disease that affects children.  The foundation’s efforts are focused on raising awareness and funds for research to find a cure. We have established a scientific research strategy to meet our goal.  For more information, please visit www.beyondbatten.org.

About the Program

BBDF offers unique internship opportunities for individuals wishing to obtain hands-on experience. Internships are offered each semester (fall, spring, summer) for class credit.  The intern position offers an excellent opportunity for someone interested in furthering his or her skills and experience in fundraising, communications, public relations, event planning and nonprofit management.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Outstanding organizational, written and oral communication skills
  • Initiative and follow-through, attention to detail
  • Strong computer proficiency, particularly with Microsoft Office products

To Apply

Email your resume and cover letter to info@beyondbatten.org

Deadline

Until Filled

, Filed Under: Internship

Fall Internship at Water to Thrive

Duration of Internship: Now-Dec 2014 (Dates flexible)

Location: Austin, Texas

Areas of Focus: Marketing and Outreach

Hours Per Week: 10-20hrs per week

POSITION OVERVIEW

 About Water to Thrive: Water to Thrive is a faith-based nonprofit dedicated to the mission of bringing safe, clean water to communities in rural Africa.  In the past 6 years, over 500 wells have been built, providing the gift of clean water to more than 250,000 people in East Africa.

Water To Thrive (W2T) is looking for an energetic, highly motivated Marketing and Outreach intern to work in our in Austin, Texas office.

This position requires researching and developing strategies for supporters, organizations, and media (local and national) to promote Water To Thrive and build sustainable engagement across the country.

Candidates should have strong written communication skills as well as in-depth knowledge of social media channels including, but not limited to Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, Pinterest, LinkedIn and Vimeo.  Public relations experience is preferred.

The Marketing and Outreach Intern will gain valuable experience working with various people in both the non-profit and private sector all while learning about the internal operations of growing, passionate non-profit organization.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS

  • Updating social media channels
  • Assist with compiling outreach contact lists and send press releases
  • Help organize donor information and profiles
  • Research creative and innovative ideas to promote W2T and our initiatives
  • Reflect W2T’S voice and tone in all communications (possibly presentations in community and through webinars)
  • Work across departments to assist, as needed

 QUALIFICATIONS

The ideal candidate will:

  • Hold minimum junior-level college/university standing with practical training and experience in Communications, Marketing, PR, or Journalism
  • Be a self-starter who is able to take responsibility for projects and work independently
  • Have excellent written and oral communication skills
  • Be detail-oriented, a problem solver, an efficient multi-tasker and extremely organized
  • Be devoted to and believe in the vision and mission of W2T
  • Have a strong knowledge of computer and word processing applications
  • Have a working knowledge of using social media tools for business
  • Have a working knowledge of emerging technology platforms
  • Have an assertive, can do attitude and be able to work independently as well as be a team player
  • Flexibility in schedule
  • Previous marketing experience and background a plus
  • Access to a laptop computer and a smartphone device
  • Must have reliable transportation

There may be occasional opportunities for work-related travel.

To apply, please send your resume and Fall schedule to Lizzie Kovach, Marketing and Outreach Manager: lizzie@watertothrive.org