Public Engagement Intern

AFSC job board•Philadelphia, PA

2d•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 AFSC’s 110th anniversary celebration. The internship offers experience in email communications, event management, data management, and public relations, as well as opportunities to participate in meeting planning and coordination and promote best practices to global staff. This is a temporary, part-time position scheduled for 20 hours per week from December 1, 2026, to September 30, 2027, or ten months. It is based in AFSC’s Central Office 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. The starting hourly rate is $20. The position does not include medical, dental, life, short-term disability, or long-term disability insurance benefits.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least one year of relevant experience, coursework, volunteer experience, or student involvement in communications, event planning, or community outreach.
Ability to organize time and projects effectively and prioritize multiple tasks, plan ahead, and meet deadlines.
Commitment to Quaker values and testimonies, and understanding of and compatibility with AFSC’s principles and philosophy, including nonviolence and the intrinsic worth of every individual.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work constructively and collaboratively with people in a variety of professional roles.
Ability to work effectively 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.
Ability to work evenings and/or weekends and travel, as required.
Understanding of and commitment to AFSC’s principles and considerations regarding race, class, nationality, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, and disabilities.
Demonstrated ability to work and communicate with diverse staff.
Respect for and sensitivity to cultural, ethnic, racial, gender, and religious diversity, and familiarity with nonviolent approaches to problem solving.

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.
Write copy when assigned.
Build event registration pages.
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.
Attend work regularly and punctually, operate safely, and follow policies and procedures.
Perform other duties and projects as assigned.