Location: NorCal - Remote (Pacific Standard Time) 
Duration: Internships require a commitment of 4 months, 15 hours/week, or minimum of 240 hours total.

SCOPE OF WORK: 

Through incisive written communication and careful networking skills, the Social Media Intern will work alongside the Development Manager, as well as the four Volunteer & Donation Coordinators across the NorCal offices, in managing IRC's outreach and communication efforts. The intern will develop creative ways of expanding the IRC’s presence in Northern California (specifically, the Oakland, Sacramento, San Jose, and Turlock metro areas) by way of social media platforms. Learn and perfect critical marketing, public relations and administrative skills applicable in both the for-profit and nonprofit sectors while contributing to meaningful social change.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES: 

  • Assist with the development and creation of IRC Northern California’s media and outreach materials;
  • Provide content for IRC NorCal Facebook and Instagram pages along with any other social media platforms used to increase the organizations online presence;
  • Supervise social media content by responding to comments and inquiries as well as monitoring postings and activities made by followers;
  • Find new and creative ways to increase IRC’s presence within communities across Northern California;
  • Research relevant outreach opportunities for the four IRC NorCal offices to take part in such as festivals, community events, and school and health fairs;
  • Assist with the creation and publication of monthly newsletters for the IRC NorCal offices;
  • Other duties as assigned. 

     

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:  

  • Ability to work within 9am-5pm hours Pacific Standard Time;
  • Excellent computing skills and knowledge of social media platforms and web design. Self-starter with ideas for how to effectively utilize technology in the office;
  • Strong writing and communication skills; the job will entail editing and creating material such as newsletters, flyers, and web content;
  • Strong interpersonal skills: the ability to work effectively with clients, partners, and colleagues in a cross cultural, multi-disciplinary environment;
  • Solid organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks, set priorities, effectively manage time and meet deadlines;
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office including Outlook, Word, Excel, Publisher, or other design software;
  • Experience with Canva preferred.

TO APPLY: 

We’re in the process of transitioning to a new volunteer platform, Golden! We go live on Tuesday, September 9, and you can access our updated volunteer application in Golden then. Please submit a resume and cover letter (including desired position, availability and motivation for applying). You will be contacted for a phone/virtual screening and next steps. All volunteer and internships are part-time, unpaid positions.
 
If your school requires any documentation or agreement for a volunteer or internship position, please reach out to volunteersacramento@rescue.org prior to the phone/virtual screening.