Intern - Community Engagement
Church World Service, Inc.

Overview

Duration: 6 months

Time Commitment: 15-20 hours/week with flexibility to accommodate intern's schedule.

About CWS

Imagine waking up every morning with the chance to change someone's life. Imagine knowing your efforts will benefit both your career and our neighbors around the world. At CWS, our team knows they are making a difference every day. Whether you're in our U.S.-based offices supporting refugees, asylees or unaccompanied children ... implementing hygiene initiatives in Cambodia or rebuilding projects in Central America ... or even connecting remotely from your home on fundraising campaigns, grant reports, or critical communications - you have the opportunity to work towards a world where everyone has food, a voice and a safe place to call home.

Purpose

The Community Engagement Intern will support CWS in raising awareness about issues affecting migrants and refugees through social media advocacy, developing resources and training materials for caseworkers, and coordinating community outreach events. This is an excellent opportunity to use and develop skills in areas such as social media, event planning, public speaking, and nonprofit community engagement.

Responsibilities

• Create social media content highlighting migrant/refugee stories and organization's services.
• Collaborate on social media campaigns to raise awareness and support.
• Develop/update comprehensive resources page for caseworkers.
• Design and deliver training sessions for caseworkers on utilizing resources.
• Plan and execute community engagement events.
• Assist with outreach efforts to promote organization's services and events.

Qualifications

• Passion for social justice issues and migrant/refugee rights.
• Proficient in social media platforms and content creation.
• Organized and detail-oriented.

Special Requirements

Internship Chain of Command

• The intern will report directly to the Community Engagement Specialist. Approval is required before executing tasks at the request of other departments/employees. This ensures the intern's time and activities remain structured and aligned with learning objectives.

Feedback and Evaluations

• Midterm evaluation meeting to discuss what is working well and areas for improvement.
• Regular 1:1 check-ins with Community Engagement Specialist to provide feedback and guidance.
• Final exit interview where the intern can give input on the experience and supervisor can provide performance feedback.

Learning Outcomes:

• Social media strategy and marketing
• Nonprofit communications
• Event planning and execution
• Presentation development and public speaking
• Community outreach and engagement

Supervisor: Community Engagement Specialist

Benefits

- Make a meaningful impact on the lives of migrants and refugees.
- Be part of a passionate, driven team of advocates.
- Gain hands-on experience running awareness campaigns.
- Develop social media, event planning, and public speaking skills.
- Build a resume with tangible achievements and accomplishments.

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