Marketing & Communications Intern

Meals on Wheels of Southwest Ohio & Northern Kentu • Cincinnati, OH

3d • Onsite

About The Position

This internship offers a unique opportunity to develop comprehensive knowledge of the Meals on Wheels brand on both national and local levels. Interns will gain hands-on experience in storytelling through various media such as blogs, press materials, videos, social media, or photography, tailored to their skill set and field of study. The role also involves collaborating across departments, including development, fundraising, volunteer engagement, events, and partnerships. Interns will participate in regular meetings with the Director of Marketing & Communications and occasional meetings with the advancement team. Additionally, they will gain firsthand insights into the impact of Meals on Wheels by observing and/or participating in services that benefit seniors in Southwest Ohio and Northern Kentucky.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing an undergraduate degree in marketing, communications, journalism, PR, English/creative writing, film and video production, or related field.
• Strong communication and storytelling skills.
• Ability to work autonomously with prior direction.
• Interest in nonprofit, community engagement and/or public-sector work.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Office, Canva and/or Adobe products.
• Must have a reliable form of transportation to Meals on Wheels main office in South Fairmount/Price Hill, Cincinnati.
• Must be available to work in person during regular office hours, which are Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
• Must be able to attend annual Bust-a-Crust pie fundraiser volunteer event on Saturday, Nov. 21, in Cincinnati.
• Must pass a criminal background check and drug/alcohol/marijuana/THC screening.

Nice To Haves

• If remote work is needed, must have reliable access to a computer and internet connection.

Responsibilities

• Develop comprehensive knowledge of the Meals on Wheels brand.
• Gain experience with telling the Meals on Wheels story through blogs, press materials, videos, social media or photography.
• Gain experience with cross-department collaboration, including development, fundraising, volunteer engagement, events and partnerships.
• Engage in regular meetings with the Director of Marketing & Communications and occasional meetings with the advancement team.
• Develop firsthand insights about Meals on Wheels impact by observing and/or participating in services that benefit older adults in Southwest Ohio and Northern Kentucky.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed