American Red Cross Michigan Region Communications Internship

Internship Opportunity

What to Know

WHAT:             This internship opportunity provides on-the-job learning in external and internal communications at the world’s leading humanitarian nonprofit organization. Key responsibilities include writing blog features, social media posts, pitch notes and press releases as needed; interviewing and photographing blood donors and blood donor recipients; assisting with the daily management of the Michigan Region’s social media accounts, and collaborating on events, projects and stories. 

                        The individual must provide their own housing and transportation. While most administrative tasks will be performed in a hybrid work model, this unpaid position may involve some travel (1-10%) to local Red Cross blood drives or events. Our five-day hybrid work model involves working at our Detroit Chapter or Kalamazoo Chapter two days a week. 

                        Preferred skills include proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), proficiency in AP Style, familiarity with social media platforms, strong organizational skills and a multi-tasker, and a positive attitude and creative thinker.  

WHO:              Eligible candidates are students in good academic standing, enrolled in a 
four-year degree program and entering their junior or senior year, or a recent graduate, with a major in communications, journalism or public relations. The internship does not have to be completed for class credit. However, to qualify as an intern, the individual must be currently enrolled in a degree program.  

WHEN:            The hybrid work model is 20-30 hours per week. Internship duration will run from January 2025 – May 2025.