About the role#
The Soulful Forest is a nonprofit that creates device-free living spaces in schools and healthcare facilities. This internship supports the organization by sharing its story and building partnerships to expand into new locations. You will work remotely and manage specific outreach tasks independently.
What you'll do#
- Write and distribute press releases while building a list of media contacts.
- Research foundations, companies, and community organizations to find potential sponsors.
- Draft and send emails to partners and follow up on inquiries.
- Maintain the sponsorship tracker to ensure all leads are documented.
- Create presentation materials and one-pagers for schools and hospitals.
- Manage a portion of the sponsor tracker and draft documents independently.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment at Post University with a Federal Work-Study award.
- Strong writing and communication skills.
- Comfort with professional email outreach.
- Ability to work independently, stay organized, and meet deadlines.
- Completed coursework in a related field or prior experience in communications, social media, or outreach.
- Preferred: Coursework in marketing, journalism, public relations, or business.
- Preferred: Experience with Google Workspace, Canva, or social media.
- Preferred: An interest in nonprofit work, education, or mental health.
Location & details#
- This is a remote, part-time position.
- The role follows a rolling term.
About Post University
Post University is an educational institution based in Waterbury, Connecticut. Founded in 1890, the school provides undergraduate and graduate degree programs through both online and on-campus formats. It maintains a focus on personalized student support and small class sizes. The university holds accreditation from the New England Commission of Higher Education.
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