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About the Role

The Human Rights First communications department is seeking interns to learn about the organization's policy and advocacy work, and how communications supports this through branding, public relations, and strategy. Interns will gain hands-on experience in media relations, digital content creation, writing, and video editing, helping to distill complex subjects into accessible materials to support human rights.

Responsibilities

Research and track press mentions and relevant media coverage.
Compile and update contact lists of journalists and media targets.
Develop creative digital and social media content, including digital design.
Post, monitor, and report on digital platforms, including social media and website.
Prepare written materials, including blogs, email communications, and messaging documents.
Conduct research for various communications projects.

Requirements

Demonstrated commitment to human rights issues.
Demonstrated interest in the communications field.
Excellent multitasking capabilities and attention to detail.
Strong writing and digital design skills.
Ability to work collaboratively with diverse groups in a remote environment.
Experience in social media, web editing, and/or press strategy preferred.
Area of study in communications, journalism, international relations, public policy, or a related field, preferred.

Skills

Digital design
Social media
Web editing
Press strategy
Writing
Digital content creation
Video editing

Location

Remote

Work Type

Internship
Part-time

Experience Level

Intern

Education Level

Currently enrolled in an accredited undergraduate program.

Salary/Compensations

Unpaid

About the Company

Human Rights First is committed to recruiting, retaining, and developing staff from a diversity of backgrounds, including members of racial and ethnic minorities, LGBTQ people, people with disabilities, people of all socioeconomic backgrounds, people of all nationalities, and veterans of the U.S. Armed Forces.
A diverse staff and an inclusive work environment that welcomes a range of perspectives make us stronger and more effective.

Equal Opportunity

Human Rights First is committed to recruiting, retaining, and developing staff from a diversity of backgrounds, including members of racial and ethnic minorities, LGBTQ people, people with disabilities, people of all socioeconomic backgrounds, people of all nationalities, and veterans of the U.S. Armed Forces.
A diverse staff and an inclusive work environment that welcomes a range of perspectives make us stronger and more effective.