Communications Intern

WHY INTERN AT CAIR-NJ?

CAIR-NJ takes on a wide array of projects and activities that seek to empower and cater to the needs of the Muslim community. Interns receive hands-on experience and take leads on various projects, including CAIR-NJ’s annual Muslim Day of Advocacy and Muslim Youth Leadership Intensive.

INTERNSHIP POSITIONS: Communications Intern

This is a Communications Intern role with the Council on American-Islamic Relations, New Jersey (CAIR-NJ), located in Newark. The Communications Intern will assist with various communications tasks, including media monitoring, drafting press releases, creating content for social media platforms, updating the organization's website, and supporting the development and execution of communications strategies. Students with experience writing for their school papers are encouraged to apply. 

QUALIFICATIONS

Sophomore, junior, or senior standing at an accredited U.S. university. Detail-oriented and creative; self-starter and can work under minimum supervision. Enthusiastic, optimistic, focused, and motivated. Strong organizational, interpersonal, analytical, and communication skills. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Strong organizational and multitasking skills. Friendly and outgoing (comfortable speaking in public). Demonstrate the ability to follow through on various ongoing and newly assigned tasks. Experience interacting with the Muslim community. Must be passionate about community engagement. Thorough working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. All graphic design interns must have experience working with Canva or demonstrate a willingness to learn.

APPLICATION GUIDELINES

All applicants must apply through this page and complete the following requirements:

• 1-page resume 1-page cover letter that highlights your skills and experiences. Please specify the position(s) and session (i.e., winter-spring or summer-fall) that you are applying for. Applicants can only apply to one position. Most recent university transcript. Work samples* – PDF FORMAT
• *All applicants must submit a writing sample. This may be a drafted legal document, press release, blog post, or writing assignment. Maximum length: 5 pages. PDF FORMAT

INTERNSHIPS ARE PAID

All interns are paid a stipend. Interns may also receive academic credit or community service hours if arrangements are made between CAIR-NJ and the intern’s university. Interns are responsible for researching requirements and coordinating this effort.

TIMELINE 

CAIR-NJ’s internship program is open throughout the year, and we accept applications on a rolling basis. Each session runs between the following months (with flexibility): 

Winter/Spring: January – June  

Start: Week of January 12

End: June 30

Summer/Fall: July – December  

Start: Week of July 7

End: Week of December 22

Due to the high volume of applicants, we recommend applying as soon as possible.

SCHEDULING

Internships are part-time and hybrid. Interns are expected to be in the office 1-2 days a week, depending on the sessions and scheduling. All interns must maintain a 14-hour workweek between the hours of 9am-5pm.

QUESTIONS?

Call or email us: (908) 668-5900 or info@nj.cair.com