Marketing and Communications Coordinator Intern

The Nature Conservancy•Colorado Springs, CO

2d•$17•Remote

About The Position

We are looking for a Marketing and Communications Coordinator (Western US and Canada Division) to fill a paid 10-week summer internship. The intern can be an undergraduate student, graduate student, or recent graduate (between 2024 and 2025). This position is home-based in the United States, with a preference for those living in the Western US (WA, OR, ID, MT, WY, UT, CO, NM, NV, AZ) or Alaska and will provide a unique opportunity to bridge the gap between academics and real-world work. We offer an orientation, professional networking opportunities, and real-world work experience. The Intern will be responsible for supporting marketing and communications activities for the Western US and Canada division, priority conservation programs, states, and marketing campaigns. Projects may include the following: coordinate activations related advancing policy outcomes; compile and synthesize reports on marketing impacts and metrics; assist with the rollout of our annual divisional communications strategy; and create, review, and support the development of communications materials including presentations, social media content, memos, creative briefs, and other assets for division and program work.

Requirements

HS Diploma or equivalent
Currently enrolled in an undergraduate (or graduate) program of communications, marketing, or related field, or a recent graduate with a degree in one of these or a related field
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Experience in research, writing, and editing
Close attention to detail
Access to a reliable internet connection

Nice To Haves

Coursework and/or exposure related to communications/marketing
Self-starter, taking initiative, and demonstrating confidence to ask questions and seek input
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Multi-lingual skills and multi-cultural or cross-cultural experience appreciated
Knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet software, with the ability to construct and produce reports
Knowledge of/interest in inclusive, values-based communications
Experience with Canva or other visual software appreciated.

Responsibilities

coordinate activations related advancing policy outcomes
compile and synthesize reports on marketing impacts and metrics
assist with the rollout of our annual divisional communications strategy
create, review, and support the development of communications materials including presentations, social media content, memos, creative briefs, and other assets for division and program work