Special Projects Intern (Volunteer/Remote)

Abuse Refuge Org•Westerville, OH

20h•Remote

About The Position

This is an unpaid volunteer position for individuals looking to make a meaningful impact through a flexible, virtual role. The intern will gain hands-on experience while supporting ARO’s mission to help victims of abuse. The role involves collaborating with a global community of advocates and offers opportunities for leadership, mentoring, and professional development. Volunteers are expected to be available for at least 10 hours per week, including a minimum of 2 logged hours daily, for at least 6 months. Responsibilities include completing training modules, actively engaging with company social media, working independently and collaboratively to meet remote project deadlines, and supporting monthly fundraising initiatives. Reliable technology, attendance at company and department meetings, and consistent professionalism are required. Volunteers are also asked to actively engage with the organization's social media platforms by liking, sharing, or commenting on posts to help spread awareness.

Requirements

Available to volunteer 10+ hours per week, including a minimum of 2 logged hours daily, for at least 6 months.
Must have reliable technology.
Completed or working towards a college degree in a related field (e.g., business administration, nonprofit management, social entrepreneurship, marketing, counseling, or other relevant majors but remains flexible).
Effective communicator, written as well as oral form.
Detail-oriented, proactive, a love for organization and administration, ability to prioritize, and meet deadlines.
Must be exceedingly well organized, reliable, proactive, flexible, and dedicated to assisting in a support role.
Proficient in social media including LinkedIn, Pinterest, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Instagram, TikTok.

Nice To Haves

Previous internship or related experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

Complete assigned Google Classroom training modules.
Actively engage with company social media through daily sharing, liking, and commenting.
Work independently and collaboratively while maintaining productivity.
Meet remote project deadlines.
Support monthly fundraising initiatives when applicable.
Attend company and department meetings.
Consistently demonstrate professionalism and strong conduct.
Actively engage with the organization's social media platforms by liking, sharing, or commenting on posts to help spread awareness of our mission and initiatives.