Communications Intern

NOTE: Applications sent via Handshake will not be considered, please email amamoulides@rfp.org with your cover letter and resume for consideration.

Position:  Communications Internship 

Supervisor: Ms. Alexa Mamoulides, Communications Associate

Duration: Minimum of 3 months; the exact arrangement is to be determined by intern and supervisor. Interns will be expected to work at least 20 hours per week. 

Location: New York City, in person  

RESPONSIBILITIES                                                                                                                       

The intern will assist the Communications Team to: 

• Manage a digital communications calendar and workplan 
• Draft social media posts for Instagram, X (formerly Twitter), and Facebook 
• Draft content for the website and various reports 
• Research and collect materials for dissemination including success stories, quotes, and data  
• Attend and help run events and webinars  
•  Help track digital communications engagement metrics  
• Work to organize existing materials 

 REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS                                                                                               

• Currently enrolled undergraduate or graduate student, majoring in: International Studies, Political Science, Religious Studies, Public Policy, Non-profit Management, Communications, or a related field 
• Strong writing, editing, and research skills 
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel, Word, and PowerPoint 
• Strong interpersonal skills, ability to work professionally and sensitively in a multi-cultural environment. 
• Fast learner, tech-savvy, and able to multi-task 
• Interest/background in religious/interreligious work, enthusiasm for learning, and reliability are pluses 
• Fluency in English 

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS 

• French, Arabic or Spanish language skills 
• Social media creation for X (formerly Twitter), Instagram, and Facebook 
• Video editing skills 
• Social media engagement metrics and tracking 
• Canva design skills 
• WordPress or web development 

BENEFITS 

We are pleased to offer our interns a number of benefits: 

• Support in receiving college credit 
• Metro Card throughout the internship (if/when travel to New York office is required) 

*All applicants are required to present their own active insurance enrollment. 

TO APPLY 

Please send a cover letter, resume, list of references, and a writing sample (no more than 1000 words) to Ms. Alexa Mamoulides (amamoulides@rfp.org). Incomplete applications will not be considered. 

Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis. 

Because we receive a high volume of applications, only candidates who are invited to interview will be contacted. Thank you for your kind understanding.