About the role#
Oxfam America is seeking an intern to work with the Public Engagement division. This role supports our media, content, design, and digital engagement teams. You will gain practical experience in communications, campaigning, and grassroots outreach while working within an international development agency.
What you'll do#
- Monitor and compile news mentions of our work.
- Maintain a database of US-based journalists and respond to incoming media requests.
- Provide administrative support, including data entry and volunteer follow-up for community events.
- Research potential partnerships and influencer collaborations.
- Assist with the creation of toolkits and instructional content.
- Create graphics for social media using Canva.
- Support task management in Asana.
- Coordinate the upload and sign-off of content into our asset management system, Inuru, ensuring all assets are properly tagged and meet ethical standards.
- Edit photos to remove duplicates or substandard shots.
- Train staff on using Inuru and serve as the main point of contact for asset management questions.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing an undergraduate degree or higher in Communications, Marketing, or a related field.
- At least one year of relevant educational or work experience.
- Proficiency with the MS Office suite.
- Experience with digital or social media.
- Ability to set priorities, solve problems, and see tasks through to completion.
- Strong attention to detail and a commitment to data accuracy.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- A self-motivated, quick-learning, and team-oriented mindset.
- An interest in social justice and alignment with Oxfam’s core values.
Location & details#
- This is a paid, full-time internship located on-site in Boston, Massachusetts.
- The internship term operates on a rolling basis.
About Oxfam America
Oxfam America is a nonprofit organization based in Boston, Massachusetts. Founded in 1970, it focuses on economic justice, gender equality, and climate action. The organization provides support during crises and works alongside more than 4,000 local partners in over 90 countries. It employs 465 people.
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