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Communications Intern

BACKGROUND: The Women's Refugee Commission advocates for laws, policies and programs to improve the lives and protect the rights of refugee and internally displaced women, children and young people—bringing about lasting, measurable change.

The Women’s Refugee Commission was established in 1989 to address the particular needs of refugee and displaced women and children. The Women's Refugee Commission is affiliated with and is legally part of the International Rescue Committee, a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization. It does not receive direct financial support from the IRC.

SCOPE: The intern will provide overall support to the Women's Refugee Commission’s communications department. The internship is a great opportunity to work closely with professional communications staff, develop strategic communications skills and learn about the humanitarian field.
 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Write, edit and update copy for the website, blog and social media.
  • Help organize logistics for fundraising events and lectures.
  • Write and edit copy for print materials.
  • Update database of media and other contacts.
  • Source and obtain permission for photographs, video and music for use in Women’s Refugee Commission multimedia projects.
  • Communicate with outside vendors as needed.

REQUIREMENTS:

  • Graduate student with communications, public relations, or international affairs background or interest.
  • Excellent writing and editing skills.
  • Thorough research and analytical skills.
  • Strong communications skills.
  • Web- and media-related experience a plus, especially Joomla.
  • Must be willing to do administrative tasks.

LOCATION: US - New York

POSITION: Part-time

To apply for this position, click here.

** Please note this is an unpaid internship.
** Kindly submit a two-page writing sample with your application.