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Remote/Hybrid Communications Internship Summer 2024

Rian Immigrant Center (formerly the Irish International Immigrant Center)
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Communications Internship Summer 2024

This internship will follow a remote model. You will be fully supported by an assigned supervisor throughout your placement. 

ROLE DESCRIPTION

The Rian Immigrant Center, located in downtown Boston, Massachusetts, is seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Communications and Graphic Design intern to become an integral part of our small Advancement team. Learn and use your skills to develop our social media presence (including Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and LinkedIn), maintain our website (WordPress), help create our marketing materials using your graphic design skills and knowledge, and contribute to all other communications efforts. 

  • Perfect opportunity for anyone interested in gaining experience as part of a non-profit Advancement team where you will be given significant responsibility, while receiving on the job training and support.
  • Make a difference and help empower the lives of immigrants and refugees.
  • Gain solid experience and learn new skills in a supportive non-profit environment with a real community feel.

VALUES COMMITMENT

Demonstrate a commitment to social justice and equity; actively participate in Rian's efforts toward being an anti-racist organization; and value, promote, and integrate anti-racist ideas and policies into one’s work.

TIME COMMITMENT

15-20 hrs per week, between Monday and Friday (your weekends will always be free!). We are open to working with intern’s schedules and may be able to offer less or more hours as per both the student’s and Rian’s needs.

DATES

  • Spring semester: January to May
  • Summer semester: May to August RECRUITING FOR SUMMER NOW!
  • Fall semester: September to December

*Start and end date are adjustable as needed.

COMPENSATION

  • We welcome applications from students who qualify for work study compensation
  • We are happy to assist with any requirements to qualify an eligible intern for academic credit or external funding/fellowships
  • We offer a modest cost of living monthly reimbursement stipend - please inquire for details

RESPONSIBILITIES may include…

Social Media

  • Craft engaging and original social media posts to promote the mission and activities of the Rian Immigrant Center and ensure they are scheduled to be posted in a timely manner.
  • Support us in being a thought-leader and advocate on current immigration related issues.
  • Support our fundraising efforts by creating engaging social media posts to drive fundraising.
  • Develop responsive and collaborative social media campaigns.

Newsletter

  • Support the production of our quarterly Rian newsletter & program newsletters by collaborating with program staff and designing the newsletter using Constant Contact.

Website

  • Support us in utilizing the website as a tool to reach potential donors, clients, and partners by updating content and designs.

Marketing

  • Design marketing materials for Rian programs, including fliers, newsletters, & event invitations that adhere to brand guidelines.


QUALIFICATIONS

  • Enthusiasm for the mission of the Rian Immigrant Center and a commitment to an understanding of social justice and anti-racism
  • Excellent written communication and research skills
  • Organization, attention to detail and time management skills
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Google applications
  • Graphic design experience, and knowledge of Canva & Adobe Suite is a bonus
  • Experience using and uploading media to Wordpress (not required but helpful)
  • Bilingual, or multilingual, helpful but not required 

 

HOW TO APPLY:

If interested, please apply online at https://www.riancenter.org/internship-application/ - please upload your resume using this link.  A short cover letter should also be uploaded outlining your interest and suitability for the position. 

 The Rian Immigrant Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer and strongly encourages candidates of diverse backgrounds and language skills to apply. Interns are NOT required to be native English language speakers.

 

ABOUT THE RIAN IMMIGRANT CENTER 

We empower over 3,500 immigrants and refugees annually from more than 120 countries by providing the legal, wellness and educational support they need to build successful lives. Building on our Irish roots of welcoming others and social justice, we help newcomers find community, and we stand up for immigration policies that are humane and just. America is a nation of immigrants, and despite the current political climate, we are proud to continue the tradition of welcoming immigrants to this country and working together to create a better future for all.

Our vision is of a society where all people are welcomed and valued and enjoy equal opportunities and protections. Rooted in the Irish tradition of hospitality, we work to create a safe and welcoming place for people from around the world who come to our Center.

For more information on the Rian Immigrant Center, please visit www.riancenter.org