Public Engagement Intern

American Friends Service Committee•Philadelphia, PA

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Public Engagement Intern supports the American Friends Service Committee’s Communications and Engagement Department with outreach related to events, alumni, and the organization’s 110th anniversary celebration. The internship provides experience in email communications, event management, data management, public relations, meeting planning and coordination, and promoting best practices to a global staff. The position is part-time at 20 hours per week and is temporary, scheduled from December 1, 2026, to September 30, 2027, or ten months. It is based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, with a hybrid schedule of one to two days per week in the office. The intern reports to the Director of Public Engagement and has no direct supervisory responsibilities.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least one year of relevant coursework, volunteer experience, or student involvement in communications, event planning, or community outreach.
Ability to organize time and projects effectively, plan ahead, prioritize multiple tasks, and meet deadlines.
Commitment to Quaker values and testimonies and understanding of and compatibility with AFSC’s principles and philosophy, including non-violence and the intrinsic worth of every individual.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work constructively and collaboratively with people in a wide variety of professional positions.
Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
Experience with standard Microsoft Office and related technology.
Ability to work under tight time constraints in a high-volume environment with multiple priorities.
Understanding of and commitment to AFSC’s principles and considerations regarding race, class, nationality, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, and disabilities, and demonstrated ability to work and communicate with diverse staff.
Respect for and sensitivity to cultural, ethnic, racial, gender, and religious diversity, and familiarity with non-violent approaches to problem solving.
Ability to work evenings and/or weekends and to travel, as required.

Nice To Haves

Currently enrolled in an undergraduate program in a related field.
Familiarity with the Religious Society of Friends and peace and social justice movements.

Responsibilities

Organize, ship, and receive outreach and display materials.
Maintain and coordinate merchandise orders.
Edit and proofread communications for a range of platforms, and write copy when assigned.
Build event registration pages and update webpages as needed.
Build and share emails, newsletters, and registration pages in AFSC’s constituent databases, Every Action and Donor Drive.
Provide logistical support for tabling and events.
Maintain regular attendance and punctuality, operate safely, and follow policies and procedures.
Perform other duties and projects as assigned.