Marketing Intern

The Near East Foundation (NEF) is offering a paid (college credit also available) internship through its Syracuse office. The internship will begin May 2023 and run through August 25, 2023.

Our Summer internship requires a commitment of 15 hours per week (maximum of 20 hours per week).

Undergraduate Hourly Rate:  $18

Graduate Hourly Rate:  $20

Marketing Intern (one position)

NEF’s Communications team is looking for a Marketing Intern for the Summer 2023 term. The desired applicant is a creative, reliable, and organized individual who is interested in learning about marketing and communications at a nonprofit organization. This position reports to the Marketing and Communications Manager.  This position will provide the opportunity to engage in activities related to international non-governmental (NGO) management, lean startup, business design, and program development.

Responsibilities:

• Assist with the design and editing of print and digital communications materials using the Adobe Creative Suite;
• Edit and write copy for social media posts and marketing emails;
• Strategize and research opportunities to broaden brand awareness and increase donors;
• Log and organize NEF’s asset and image libraries.

Qualifications:

• A competent writer;
• Social media savvy;
• Experience with using design software;
• Able to work in a team and independently;
• Comfortable asking questions and seeking out help;
• Proactive and passionate about producing quality work.

Qualifications:

• Currently enrolled at an accredited college or university;
• Can commit to 15-20 hours per week.

About NEF

The Near East Foundation (NEF) is on a mission to do development differently through community-led, people-powered action across the Middle East, Africa, and the Caucasus. To achieve this, we work alongside people impacted by conflict, injustice and poverty and collaboratively create opportunities for people to cultivate new skills and access the resources and tools needed to shape their own future.

Applicants are encouraged to familiarize themselves with NEF’s goals and mission prior to applying by visiting www.neareast.org, checking out our Facebook page, following us on Twitter (@NearEastFdn), and/or signing up to receive our newsletter at www.neareast.org/get-involved/.

For consideration, application must be received by Friday, March 31, 2023.

To apply, please submit:

(1) a one-page cover letter stating why you are interested in the position;

(2) a one-page resume;

(3) 2 to 3 examples of graphic design pieces and/or social media posts you have created for a business or organization;

(4) the names and phone numbers of two references.