Communication & Programs Internship - The Shine Foundation

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Fall 2020 Internship Opportunities
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Company overview

The Shine Foundation ("Shine") is a 501c3 nonprofit based in New York City, on a mission to empower survivors of domestic violence. Seven out of eight survivors return to their abusers, mostly due to financial pressure; we are here to change that. Working in emergency shelters throughout NYC, we provide free financial education to address the day-to-day needs of survivors. Our tips and tools help survivors build credit, create savings, and search for employment so they can get back on their feet and leave the abuse for good.

Internship overview

We are looking an intern to provide general support on partnerships, projects and communications, among other tasks.  This is a stellar opportunity to get your feet wet in the day-to-day operations of a small startup. Potential responsibilities include:

  • Provide project and volunteer coordination on Shine’s projects within domestic violence agencies in NYC
  • Devise and implement strategy to recruit volunteers
  • Write newsletters and other internal/external updates
  • Enhance efficiency of processes with backend automation and other suggestions
  • Assist in collecting data on impact of programs
  • Conduct research on content and funding opportunities
  • Update Wordpress website
  • Facilitate/support financial workshops, as needed and able
  • Other responsibilities as needed

Suggested qualifications

  • Prior office work experience and familiarity with MS office
  • Experience with Mailchimp, Zapier, Slack, Sendgrid, Wordpress is helpful - if not, interest and ability in learning them quickly!
  • Project/team leadership experience
  • Keen eye for detail
  • Strong written, visual and interpersonal communication skills
  • Self-starter: Takes initiative and interprets direction and instructions without much guidance
  • Problem solver
  • Comfortable with uncertainty
  • Believes in Shine’s mission

How to apply

Email Jennifer Tan at recruitment@shine-foundation.org with the subject "Fall 2020 Internship Application." Must include updated resume and personalized cover letter.