Marketing and Communications Intern

Marketing and Communications Intern

EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

About the Organization DRNY, the Protection and Advocacy System and the Client Assistance Program for New York State, is seeking a passionate individual to achieve disability justice and protect civil rights. We dismantle the structural oppression of people with disabilities through individual advocacy, systemic litigation, public investigations, and collaboration with stakeholders. Come join a civil rights leader committed to addressing these barriers and driving meaningful change in everything we do.

Description

Disability Rights New York (DRNY) is seeking Marketing and Communications Interns.

The successful Intern will be provided the opportunity to utilize their skills and experiences to help improve the lives of people with disabilities. Interns will work closely with the Marketing and Communications Team, as well as Executive staff members, to craft DRNY's statewide message.

This is an unpaid internship. Interns may be eligible for academic course credit with school approval. The internship can be full-time or part-time.

Essential Functions

The Intern will perform a wide range of duties, including the following:

• Update and improve consistency of current and outdated content;

• Collaborate with internal departments on projects and assignments;

• Write, proofread, and edit brochures, newsletters, and other documents;

• Write for a variety of audiences in different tones and voices.

• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Experience in marketing or communications OR pursuing a degree in marketing or communications;

• Ability to multi-task, manage multiple projects and balance competing priorities;

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Canva.

• Excellent communication and organizational skills with an innate attention to detail;

• Ability to work independently on projects and also collaborate as a strong team member.

Working Conditions

Work is typically performed remotely, with the majority of time spent working on a computer.

Check us out on social media:DRNY YouTube Channel (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4JcJEFJXGgiZwE4zbw2BKg) ,DRNY Press Releases (https://www.drny.org/page/press-releases-27.html) ,DRNY Twitter, (http://twitter.com/DRNY\_org/) DRNY Facebook ,DRNY Vimeo (https://vimeo.com/drny) ,DRNY Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/disabilityrightsny/) , andDRNY Linked In (https://www.linkedin.com/company/disabilityrightsnewyork) .

Position Requirements

Exempt/Non-Exempt Exempt

Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time and/or Part-Time

Location Disability Rights New York - Statewide

Position Marketing and Communications Intern

Number of Openings 1

This position is currently accepting applications.