Marketing and Communications Internship

Eluna is a public, 501(c)(3) non-profit organization with a mission to provide comfort, hope and healing to children and families affected by grief and addiction. Founded in 2000 by former MLB pitcher Jamie Moyer and child advocate Karen Phelps Moyer, Eluna supports thousands of children and families each year through its free signature programs and services. Camp Erin® is the largest national bereavement program for children and teens grieving the death of someone significant in their lives, and Camp Mariposa® is a national addiction prevention and mentoring program for youth impacted by a family member’s substance use disorder. The Eluna Resource Center extends Eluna’s continuum of care by providing an online hub of resources and personalized phone and email support for families experiencing grief, addiction, and other related issues.

About the role

As an Eluna Intern, you will be an integral part of our team while gaining real-world experience and a comprehensive understanding of various marketing functions within a nonprofit organization. This is an opportunity to be part of a dynamic, collaborative, and passionate team dedicated to supporting youth and families affected by grief and addiction. The intern will develop skills related to the creation and management of marketing content, as well as general nonprofit marketing practices.

What you will gain

• Competencies associated with working for an established, national nonprofit in a collaborative office environment
• Deeper understanding of marketing and communications campaign development, along with program and fundraising in the nonprofit sector
• Strategies used to effectively communicate to multiple audiences
• Hands-on experience in efforts to increase institutional visibility and influence using social media and other means
• Project management and communications experience

Responsibilities

• Support creative needs such as social media content and template creation
• Create and update Excel spreadsheets for project management
• Assist in the development of multi-platform content and marketing coordination across platforms
• Maintain confidentiality and discretion in all tasks

Requirements

• Pursuing a Bachelor of Arts in Marketing, Communications, Journalism, or a related field
• Strong interest in and passion for marketing for a youth-centered, non-profit organization
• Knowledge of supporting applications, including MS Office Suite, Adobe Photoshop, and Adobe Illustrator (strongly preferred)
• Actively engaged social media user with strong knowledge of platforms and trends, including Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn
• Self-directed, enthusiastic team player with the ability to work independently and handle diverse projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines
• Highly creative with strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills and strong attention to detail

Location: Philadelphia or remote
Reports to: Ellen Barnett, Brand Director