Communication and Event Intern @ Early Learning Coalition

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ELC of the Big Bend Region, Inc.

Fall 2024 – In-Person

Start: September 3, 2024

Communications and Events Intern

The Early Learning Coalition of the Big Bend Region (ELC) is a private, not-for-profit organization that provides services to families, children, and childcare providers in the seven counties that comprise northern Florida’s Big Bend Region: Gadsden, Jefferson, Leon, Liberty, Madison, Taylor, and Wakulla.

The ELC seeks dynamic students who want a hands-on internship experience to support various departments and units. 

Important Facts: 

  • Internship positions are scheduled for at least 12 hours per week and the ELC is flexible with scheduling intern hours around class schedules
  • This position will receive a stipend
  • Criminal background screen required and ELC participates in the E-Verify system
  • One semester required; two semesters preferred

Qualifications: 

  • Junior, Senior, or Graduate-level classification in Business, Communications, Graphic Design, Public Relations, or Journalism related field
  • Candidate should have strong MS Office skills, excellent written and verbal communication skills, be a team player, and be detail-oriented with the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously
  • Attention to detail and strong organizational skills
  • Ability to prioritize tasks to achieve the highest productivity while maintaining work quality
  • Ability to manage multiple projects at the same time
  • GPA equal to or greater than 3.0

Duties: 

  • Assist with the development of campaigns for print and web, including content creation in Canva and/or Adobe
  • Assist with the management of various events and activities (including planning, and logistics).
  • Monitor and organize ELC social media accounts
  • Analyze and report on social media performance
  • Manage various electronic tools (i.e. Constant Contact and JotForm)
  • Assist in proactive outreach
  • Create weekly and monthly editorial calendars to promote ELC programs and early learning
  • Assist with the preparation of agenda and action items
  • Assist with preparing action plans and various close-out reports

Supervisors: Megan Glasgow and Hadassah Israel

To apply, email your cover letter and resume, specifying the “Communications and Events Intern” position in the subject line of the email, to HR@elcbigbend.org.