Details
Pay: Unpaid
Internship Type
Non-Profit
Big Brothers Big Sisters is a nonprofit organization that provides one-to-one mentoring services to at-risk youth, ages 6-16 in Travis, Williamson and Hays counties.
Internship Duties
Assist with volunteer and child recruitment and outreach efforts
Write press releases, ads, newsletter stories and marketing/promotional materials as needed.
Edit and update website copy; Review web copy for clarity, accuracy and style.
Monitor and update agency social networking tools such as Facebook; research other useful networking applications.
Assist with coordination and logistics of BBBS events such as FallFest, Holiday Party and Bowl for Kids' Sake.
Develop content for print and online community calendars and update on a regular basis. (ie: Austin Chronicle, Austin Family, KUT, News 8).
Research print and online media outlets for BBBS marketing efforts.
Increase BBBS community awareness.
Serve as volunteer at events benefitting BBBS.
Fulfill clerical projects, as needed.
Contribute to other projects as assigned.
In addition to everyday workload, efforts are made towards educating interns about the organization as a whole through meetings, events and other opportunities.
Required Skills
Applicant must be a recent graduate or student working toward a degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, Marketing or related field.
Exceptional communications skills.
Exceptional grammar, spelling and punctuation.
Familiarity with Associated Press Style.
Copy editing experience and/or proficiency.
Experience with Facebook, Twitter and other social networking tools preferred.
Available to work on a committed weekly schedule with a minimum of 16 hours a week for at least one semester during 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. office hours. Available for minimal evening/weekend work as well.
Reliable transportation.
Ability to organize time, set priorities and work under pressure while paying attention to detail.
Strong computer skills (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher)
Knowledge of Adobe InDesign a plus, but not necessary.
Outgoing, personable and confident demeanor.
Application Materials
Cover letter, resume, one writing sample and two professional and/or educational references
Contact
Please email to Melanie Chasteen at mchasteen@bigmentoring.org. (Subject line should read "Internship"). Please, no phone calls. Application materials may be faxed to 512-472-5460.