Communications Intern

Community Action House • Holland, MI

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About The Position

Community Action House is seeking a Communications Intern to support storytelling and marketing efforts that advance its mission and connect with the broader community. The intern will draft content and help maintain a consistent brand voice and visual identity across platforms, assist with monthly communications to program participants, track campaign success, and help create on-brand graphics and campaign materials. The internship offers hands-on nonprofit communications experience and opportunities to develop writing, marketing, design, and storytelling skills in a collaborative, mission-driven environment.

This part-time internship runs from January 2027 through May 2027 and offers 10–15 hours per week, with scheduling designed to be flexible around a school schedule. The position pays $15 per hour and reports to the Communications Manager. The primary location is the Food Club & Opportunity Hub. Occasional, pre-scheduled evening and weekend hours may be required.

Requirements

• Write clearly, concisely, and compellingly for different audiences and platforms.
• Have experience creating both long-form content, such as blogs and press releases, and concise short-form social media content.
• Have experience in graphic design.
• Have consistent and reliable transportation to travel between locations.
• Work effectively in collaboration with diverse groups of people.
• Be willing and interested in continuous learning and adapting based on professional interests and organizational needs.
• Demonstrate a high standard of performance and integrity and lead by example to foster a positive workplace culture.
• Communicate clearly and effectively in writing and verbally, and develop trusting professional relationships.
• Demonstrate genuine passion for the organization’s mission and commitment to its stated team values.
• High school diploma required; some college preferred.

Nice To Haves

• Pursuing a degree in Marketing or Communications.
• Some college education.
• Bilingual Spanish proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Draft and edit press releases, blogs, guest stories, and newsletter content that reflects Community Action House’s voice and values.
• Support the development of eNewsletters and email campaigns.
• Assist in designing and creating communications materials that align with the organization’s visual branding.
• Participate in brainstorming sessions, team meetings, and Communications Calendar planning.
• Help track email engagement analytics to assess impact and optimize future content.
• Provide support as needed for fundraising campaigns and donor events.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: High school or GED