8850 Business Park Dr., Suite 200  Austin, Texas 78759

1-800-CLEAN-TX Fax (512) 478-2640 www.ktb.org

Do you have a unique outlook and strong writing skills? Do you want to maximize your background in copyediting and graphic design? Are you interested in the environmental or non-profit world? If so, don't let this opportunity pass you by! Keep Texas Beautiful, a statewide grassroots environmental organization, is seeking several communication interns for a variety of writing, design and social media projects. We don't look at interns as coffee runners and copy geeks -- this is an unpaid position, but you'll have the opportunity to take the lead in your work, offer your opinion and contribute to the outcome of major projects. This is an ideal position for individuals looking to diversify and enhance their writing skills, make an impact on the community and learn more about the world of non-profits. Feel free to visit www.ktb.org to learn more about our organization.

Job responsibilities include:

• Maintaining and expanding our social networking footprint (blogs, Twitter & Facebook)
• Editing and writing for a variety of different outlets/audiences, including newsletters, web, marketing collaterals, press releases and solicitation letters
• Assisting with the design and layout of internal brochures and e-newsletters
• Internet research and data entry
• Assisting in identifying opportunities for increased branding, media relations and public awareness
• Other communications/writing duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Some education or experience in English, communications, public relations, writing and/or media relations (preferably a major in one of these areas, but someone with a strong interest and solid skills may be considered)
• Strong writing and research skills
• Detail-oriented
• A proficiency in Adobe Illustrator/InDesign/Photoshop and strong graphic design principles
• A high degree of web savvy, with experience in social media (required) and website content management systems (helpful)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel
• A positive attitude is a must, along with flexibility, creativity and the ability to bring new ideas to the table
• An interest in environmental issues and/or non-profits is helpful

In additional to the professional skills, you will need a good sense of humor, a thick skin, the ability to be flexible and an entrepreneurial spirit. We are looking for individuals to start late September/early October, with an anticipated workload of 8-12 hours/week. If things work out, one or more individuals may be asked to return in the spring, which has the potential for as many as 20 hours/week.

Contact:
Please reply to communications@ktb.org with '2010 Communication Intern' in the subject line. Submit your resume and a cover letter detailing what you bring to the table and why you are an ideal match for this internship – show us your personality! Include a minimum of two writing samples, along with anything you feel reflects your design chops and/or social media skills. In lieu of samples, you can also submit a story between 400 and 600 words about an environmental issue/program/organization in your area.

Posted October 1, 2010