Blog Intern

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Words Alive is a non-profit organization that inspires a commitment to reading and develops shared reading experiences for children, youth and adults. Unlike other literacy organizations that focus on teaching individuals how to read, Words Alive seeks to imbue program participants with a lifelong love of reading and learning. We accomplish this by creating and supporting:

• Targeted programs for underserved communities;
• Community learning forums;
• Community-wide reading projects;
• Model reading programs; and
• Networks for communicating about reading.

Words Alive seeks interns on an ongoing basis (spring and fall semesters) who seek to acquire valuable, real-world experience. Interns also acquire a deep understanding of the nonprofit sector and the inner workings of a successful literacy organization. We offer a fun and fast-paced office environment. We welcome innovative thinkers who can come up with new ways to do what we do better. A strong sense of urgency, attention to detail, and a willingness to grow and learn are a must.

Basic Assignment: We are looking for an intern to assist our Words Alive Communication Coordinator with the day-to-day functions of the Communication Department. In addition to assisting with tasks related to communications, interns would help maintain and grow the Words Alive blog. We are looking for someone with a natural talent for writing, familiarity with blog writing, and a reliable work ethic.

Major Functions:

• Brainstorm ideas and write long-form content for the Words Alive’s blog
• Maintain a consistent blog schedule
• Able to write one blog post per week
• Assist with efforts to increase the reach of the Words Alive blog. This may include researching literacy outlets and forwarding blog posts to them
• Additional communication tasks that may arise

Required Skills:

• Solid computer skills with proficiency in Windows, MS Office 2007 applications Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Strong sense of urgency, flexible, organized, detail-oriented and able to multi-task.
• Professional demeanor and excellent telephone skills with the ability to communicate clearly and respectfully with coworkers, board members, volunteers, and the public.
• Ability to work as part of a team and independently.

• Have excellent written and verbal English communication
• Be an organized, efficient, and dedicated self-starter
• Be able to work with minimal supervision
• Be comfortable working within deadlines
• Have reliable transportation

Intern Needed: Interns will work remotely and at the Words Alive office located at 5111 Santa Fe St. Suite 219, San Diego, CA 92109. Interns can expect to commit 5-7 hours/week. Words Alive will work with intern to accommodate class schedules and for-credit requirements. *Start/end dates are flexible.