Readeezy seeks ambitious and creative Communications Interns to join our intern cohort. As a Communications Intern, you will work closely with the Readeezy team to strategize and support the development and execution of key projects and campaigns that resonate with our target audience. This includes overseeing email marketing, social media, and other related tasks. Although this is an unpaid internship, it provides the opportunity for a wide range of on-the-ground experience for those interested in a career in the nonprofit, publishing, and/or education field.What to Expect- Assist with drafting short-form for posts, email campaigns, flyers, and newsletters aligned with our brand voice and fundraising priorities- Support creation of graphics, videos, audio and other materials using Canva, CapCut or similar tools- Oversee the deployment of internal and external communications across all of our platforms- Help coordinate community outreach and awareness campaigns by actively seeking out opportunities for partnerships and collaborations- Support fundraising efforts by conducting prospect identification and research- Assist with promotion and marketing for fundraising initiatives such as Giving Tuesday- Perform data entry as well as database and website upkeep- Stay up-to-date with industry trends and best practices in brand communications- Continuously seek out ways to improve and innovate brand communications processes- Communication with Readeezy staffQualifications- Major in Communications, Marketing, Advertising, English, or related field- A personal interest in nonprofit work, literacy, education, publishing, and/or EdTech- Curious and eager to learn, adapt to new environments and tools, and willing to accept feedback- Familiarity with social media platforms and content creation- Strong communication, computer, design, organizational, and multi-tasking skills- Detail-oriented and self-starter, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team- Proficient or working knowledge in digital design programs including but not limited to Canva, Affinity, or Photoshop- A working knowledge of color, layout, typography, and other design fundamentals- Some experience using content management tools such as Hootsuite, Buffer, Facebook Meta, Constant Contact etc- Able to commit 5-10 hours per week- This internship is eligible for credit if approved by applicant’s institution and follows all the requirements for this category.The ideal candidate has a strong understanding of writing, verbal, and design language. Along with meeting the above qualifications, intern candidates are required to submit a portfolio of work samples, including but not limited to content writing, social media graphics/videos and copy, marketing collateral and more.