Job Openings at PA Women Work
Special Events and Communications Intern
Fall 2020-Spring 2021
For the immediate future, PA Women Work is working remotely for the safety and health of our staff and their families. This internship will also be a work from home opportunity, with the option of several possible in-person meetings during the interview process, to kick things off, and for special projects. Any in-person meetings will either be done outside or at PA Women Work's office Downtown where safety precautions will be taken.
Job Description
Pennsylvania Women Work, a nonprofit organization located in downtown Pittsburgh, is seeking a dynamic and enthusiastic individual who wants to gain more knowledge about nonprofit fundraising, events and communications. Working approximately 16-20 hours/week, the qualified candidate will provide overall support to the communications and development team. This position is eligible for college credit.
Pennsylvania Women Work is a nonprofit workforce development organization dedicated to helping individuals find financial stability and meaningful employment.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
Fall 2020-Spring 2021
For the immediate future, PA Women Work is working remotely for the safety and health of our staff and their families. This internship will also be a work from home opportunity, with the option of several possible in-person meetings during the interview process, to kick things off, and for special projects. Any in-person meetings will either be done outside or at PA Women Work's office Downtown where safety precautions will be taken.
Job Description
Pennsylvania Women Work, a nonprofit organization located in downtown Pittsburgh, is seeking a dynamic and enthusiastic individual who wants to gain more knowledge about nonprofit fundraising, events and communications. Working approximately 16-20 hours/week, the qualified candidate will provide overall support to the communications and development team. This position is eligible for college credit.
Pennsylvania Women Work is a nonprofit workforce development organization dedicated to helping individuals find financial stability and meaningful employment.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
- Support the Communications Manager and Deputy Director for various communications and special virtual events projects
- Draft content for Constant Contact emails, social media, website, press releases, and media campaigns
- Interview clients/volunteers and write stories about their experiences
- Design flyers, social media posts, and other visual projects as needed
- Support team with virtual fundraising event/s –planning, outreach, writing, coordination
- Help to conceptualize and gather resources for virtual events
- Aid in outreach to sponsors, volunteers and supporters
- Perform additional tasks for communications and development team as needed
- Senior level college student in pursuit of Bachelor’s Degree or Master’s level student majoring in communications, event management/design, liberal arts, or similar program
- Ability to multi-task, excellent writing and proofreading skills, well-organized and attention to detail are required
- Excellent communication and listening skills, emotional intelligence, and the ability to work independently as well as part of a team
- Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment on non-negotiable deadlines
- Strong knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Google Drive, and PowerPoint are also required
- Experience with basic design principles and proficiency with a variety of design software, including Adobe Creative Suite, optional but preferred
