Summer 2026 Marketing and Communications Intern
About The Position
BTSV’s internships prepare the next generation of leaders through a hands-on, impactful internship experience at a highly effective nonprofit organization. Throughout the internship, the Marketing and Communications Intern will be coached and supervised by our experienced BTSV staff. You’ll learn the ins and outs of nonprofit fundraising, get design and social media experience, and develop event planning and project management skills. Each day throughout the internship will look different: You’ll assist with the planning and execution of multiple volunteer and donor events, including BTSV’s signature Career Exploration Day and our in-person and virtual Visitors Days. You’ll also support BTSV’s communications and marketing, including social media and fundraising campaigns, and take photos and videos at summer program sites and at events. Breakthrough is currently undergoing a rebrand, and you’ll have the opportunity to contribute by helping update and refresh website content to reflect our new brand identity. The Marketing and Communications Intern reports to BTSV’s Development Events Manager.
Requirements
- You’re currently enrolled in a two- or four-year college.
- Experience with design programs, such as Adobe Creative Suite and/or Canva.
- Experience with photo and video editing.
- Experience with social media platforms, especially TikTok, Instagram, and LinkedIn.
- You have excellent writing skills and are a stickler for grammar.
- Proficiency with MS Office and Google Suite, including Excel/Sheets.
- Ability to plan, organize, and implement projects with attention to detail.
- Creative problem-solver with a can-do attitude; willing to support where needed.
- Communicative and able to responsibly pose questions and ask for clarification whenever necessary.
- “Breakthrough Spirit”: You’re a collaborative team player who is committed to excellence and open-minded. You demonstrate a desire to continuously learn and grow, think creatively to solve problems, and work with a sense of humor and humility.
- Passion for Breakthrough Silicon Valley’s mission and goals.
Nice To Haves
- You’re majoring in marketing, communications, nonprofit management, or another related field.
- You have experience with Salesforce, Mailchimp, SquareSpace, and/or Asana.
- You have experience with SEO and website management.
- You have experience with event planning.
- You’re bilingual (Spanish or Vietnamese).
- You have experience at a nonprofit youth development or educational organization, particularly one focused on college access for aspiring first-generation college students.
Responsibilities
- Assist with the planning and execution of multiple volunteer and donor events, including BTSV’s signature Career Exploration Day and our in-person and virtual Visitors Days.
- Support BTSV’s communications and marketing, including social media and fundraising campaigns
- Take photos and videos at summer program sites and at events.
- Help update and refresh website content to reflect our new brand identity.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
11-50 employees
