Communications Intern (Hybrid Part-Time) - Central Office

HOMES FOR THE HOMELESS, INC•New York, NY

62d•$17 - $20•Hybrid

About The Position

We are excited to invite a passionate and eager-to-learn Communications Intern to support our Communications Department for the 2026 – 2027 school year! Homes for the Homeless (HFH) is seeking a part-time Communications Intern to join our team at our Central Office in Manhattan, NY. This intern will support strategy, planning, and execution of communications to clients, staff, and the public. Our ideal candidate is a storyteller with strong copywriting and copyediting skills, who pays close attention to detail, is highly organized, and has a desire to gain hands-on experience in a communications role. Join us and be a part of an organization that values your contribution and cares deeply for the community we serve. Homes for the Homeless operates shelters for families experiencing homelessness in NYC. Our family residences are more than just a place to sleep. Families can make the most of their stay through accessing an array of onsite programs. Many of these programs are also available to people living in the local community. Our goal is to have a positive impact so families can thrive long after they leave our shelters.

Requirements

Must be able to work 14–21 hours per week.
Must be a current undergraduate or graduate student.
Must submit writing samples (at least one but no more than three).
Strong writing and copyediting skills.
Design experience with Canva, Adobe Illustrator, or InDesign; knowledge of Premiere and After Effects is a plus.
Experience with WordPress preferred.
Basic understanding of communications strategies.
Strong interpersonal skills and professional demeanor (in-person and virtual).
Familiar with social media platforms (Facebook, X, Instagram).
Interest in HFH’s mission and clients we serve.