Communications and Event Intern

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Job Summary - Intern will work closely with ECDC program and development staff to document services, plan events, and expand online presence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in planning community and fundraising events, including donor outreach.
• Design flyers, invites, and other media material for ECDC events.
• Support all ECDC programs, documenting services.
• Update online social media accounts on a weekly basis.
• Create monthly newsletter.
• Manage client files and track necessary services.
• Maintain open and direct communication with the resettlement manager and other ECDC staff.
• May include some case management trouble-shooting (assisting with food stamps, Medicaid, medical appointments, housing, and other issues that may arise)
• Assist the program manager and resettlement team with other tasks as directed.

Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (Present by Internship Completion or Before):

• Current undergraduate or recent graduate required.
• Foreign language proficiency a plus.
• Commitment to mission: to help refugees rebuild safe, sustainable lives through supportive networks of people, services and community activities.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Previous experience related to communications a plus.
• Computer skills (Word, Excel, Publisher, social media) required.
• Use of personal computer and vehicle a plus.
• Intercultural communication skills and experience a plus.
• Interest in working in a multicultural environment.
• Knowledgeable about and sensitive to the experiences of refugees and immigrants.
• Computer skills (Microsoft Office Suite). Proficiency in Word, Excel, Outlook, and Internet use.
• Background check and clean DMV record.

Learning Outcomes:

• Understanding of the timelines and processes refugees go through from arrival-5 years.
• Increased intercultural communication competency.
• Exposure to non-profit operations and environment.
• Exposure to non-profit event planning.
• Knowledge of marginalized populations - challenges and opportunities.
• Experience working with limited English proficiency populations.
• Knowledge of refugee benefits systems.

Time Requirements:

2 days/week

To Apply:

Please submit a (1) cover letter, (2) resume, and (3) writing sample to volunteer@ecdcus.org.

Applications are considered on a first come, first served rolling basis.