What You'll Learn
During our internship program, you will be hired to work more closely with our communications staff or magazine editorial staff. In both specialties, you will be challenged to enhance your communication skills, understand more about real-world application, and add to your writing portfolio. We are committed to helping you grow in your professional development and we will do our best to ensure that you leave us with both experience and an impressive body of work to start on your career path.
Who You'll Work With
You will work with a team of talented communication professionals who will ensure you receive the experience needed to transition from the classroom to the workplace. Our expertise ranges from social media to public relations, publications and much more.
What You'll Do
Public Relations and Social Media interns will work with the communications team to manage our social media accounts while also assisting in the creation of press releases, media lists and pitches. Editorial interns will create compelling content for two online publications, manage social media accounts and solicit sponsorship opportunities. In addition, you will work with your fellow interns to create an original campaign that will be presented at the end of the internship.
Our Team
Director of Communications, Marketing and Branding
Communications Specialist
Communications Specialist
Magazine Coordinator
Our Interns
At the National Diversity Council Internship I learned things that I did not expect, such as, writing post articles. I thoroughly enjoyed the internship, because it was well organized, and always kept us busy. In addition, I like how there were competitive contests, and loads of enjoyable moments. This internship really opened my eyes by waking up a desire to work in the communications field after college. All the staff at the National Diversity Council were so welcoming and approachable and I always looked forward to attending this internship.
Because nonprofits have limited resources, there are lots of opportunities to learn due to various tasks and projects. Good stepping stone for students that have limited work experience! Working on various projects simultaneously helped me to refine my project management and cross-functional teamwork skills. Communications team is extremely close knit, which made me look forward to the day and made me feel like an equal part of the team.
I learned so much from my internship at the National Diversity Council. Upon enter the Communication Internship Program, I had no idea how to use social media for business or write a press release. I was privy to daily functions and demands of not only public relations specialist but also a magazine editor. Both Jasmines, Marisa and Michael made this internship a memorable learning experience that I enjoyed and will never forget!
My time at NDC was a great investment in my career! I was able to put my studies into practice and met wonderful people along the way. Proud to say that this opportunity led me to a full-time position right here at NDC! Muchas gracias for embracing me as part of the team!
Interning at the National Diversity Council was a wonderful experience! I refined my writing skills, and learned how PR truly works.In addition to gaining valuable insight in the communications field, I was able to discover so much about diversity. The skills that I learned from NDC will stick with me forever. I feel as if I now have the skills to enter this career field successfully.
Magazine Internship - Unpaid
The National Diversity Council (NDC) is a forward-thinking, fast paced company looking to hire a magazine intern(s) for our two online publications; Texas and Tech Diversity Magazine for the Spring 2018 semester. The individual(s) hired for this position will need strong critical thinking skills to integrate into our vibrant and passionate team while gaining valuable magazine, social media and marketing experience.
Responsibilities
- Create compelling content for social media that will be shared by influencers
- Contribute content to both online monthly publications.
- Assist in building various award lists to be featured in 2018 publications
- Assist in the creation of marketing lists to expand our partnership outreach across Texas and California
- Partner with fellow interns to create and execute sales and marketing strategies for promotion of the magazines
- Help with additional projects as needed
Requirements
- Strong editorial background with excellent detail to written and verbal communication
- Effective social media skills
- Previous editorial/marketing/social media experience either at a school publication or prior internship
- Proficient in Microsoft and Google Suite
- Ability to produce quality work on time-sensitive deadlines
- Proficient experience in sales and marketing for
- Experience with Hootsuite/Buffer is a plus
- Must have and be willing to use a personal laptop computer
Application
- Spring 2018 Internship - January 15, 2018
- Summer 2018 Internship - May 25, 2018
- Fall 2018 Internship - August 17 2018
Please submit resume, cover letter and writing samples to [email protected]
Communications Internship Application
The National Diversity Council (NDC) is a forward-thinking, fast paced company looking to hire communications interns to help promote our events and initiatives. The individuals hired for this position will need strong critical thinking skills in order to integrate into our vibrant and passionate team while gaining valuable marketing and communication experience.
This is an unpaid position but eligible for college credit depending on your program and major.
Responsibilities
- Create compelling content for social media that will be shared by influencers
- Build relationships with our online community by maintaining Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram and YouTube
- Track social media analytics using Buffer and other software
- Assist in the creation of media lists to expand our marketing outreach across the nation
- Partner with fellow interns to create and present public relations/social media plan for 1 upcoming event
- Help with additional projects as needed
Qualifications
- Be a student attending a college or university in a communications/marketing related major
- Be able to commit to 20 hours of work per week during the internship program
- Strong background in promotional use with social media networking sites (Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram, & YouTube)
- Must have a laptop computer
- Strong communications skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Suite Office
- Organized, with an ability to prioritize time-sensitive assignments
- Creative and flexible
- Experience with Buffer is a plus
Application Deadlines
- Spring 2018 Internship - January 15, 2018
- Summer 2018 Internship - May 25, 2018
- Fall 2018 Internship - August 17 2018