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About the Role

Texas CASA seeks a Communications Intern to support its communications efforts by creating and editing content, assisting with digital and social media, supporting storytelling, and contributing to projects that strengthen awareness of Texas CASA and the statewide CASA network.

Responsibilities

Assist with maintaining Texas CASA’s social media presence, including content development, scheduling, posting, and community engagement.
Support the development and maintenance of social media content calendars.
Assist with creating graphics and other visual content for social media using Canva and Adobe Creative Suite.
Monitor social media and digital communications for relevant conversations, trends, news, and opportunities.
Assist with researching, developing, and organizing story ideas that highlight the impact of CASA volunteers, local CASA programs, and the Texas CASA network.
Adapt content for different audiences and communication channels.
Assist with the development and distribution of Texas CASA newsletters and email campaigns.
Assist with tracking and reporting social media and email marketing performance.
Assist with gathering, organizing, and maintaining photography, video, and other digital communications assets.
Provide communications support to Texas CASA departments and staff as assigned.
Assist with the development of marketing, promotional, event, and training-related communications materials.
Research communications trends, best practices, and emerging platforms and make recommendations.
Assist with special communications projects, campaigns, events, and initiatives.
Participate in team meetings and collaborate with staff across the organization.
Support photography and videography efforts at Texas CASA events and other organizational activities.
Provide communications-related support to Texas CASA staff and local CASA programs.
Assist with responses to Texas CASA’s Communications email inbox.
Assist with maintaining communications files, content calendars, media lists, digital assets, and other department resources.
Support communications activities at Texas CASA conferences, meetings, events, and other organizational initiatives.
Analyze current communications processes and procedures and make recommendations to improve efficiency, quality, and effectiveness.
Perform all other duties and complete special projects as assigned.

Requirements

Must pass background check.
Currently enrolled as a junior or senior undergraduate or graduate student pursuing a degree in communications, journalism, public relations, marketing, public affairs, nonprofit management, or a related field.
Demonstrated experience in writing, editing, communications, marketing, journalism, public relations, or a related field through academic, professional, internship, or volunteer experience.
Currently enrolled in a graduate-level program in communications, journalism, public relations, marketing, public affairs, nonprofit management, or related field.
Experience with nonprofit, education, government affairs, advocacy, or child welfare organizations.
Understanding of the complexities of the child welfare system and the CASA model, including emerging systemic changes.

Skills

Exceptional writing, editing, proofreading, and communication skills.
Ability to write for a variety of audiences and platforms.
Working knowledge of AP style and professional communications practices.
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Google Workspace.
Demonstrated experience with social media platforms and digital content creation.
Experience with Canva.
Knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite preferred.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy, consistency, and quality.
Ability to learn and use email marketing, website content management, project management, and other digital communications platforms.
Strong research and information-gathering skills.
Good interpersonal skills and willingness to collaborate with and communicate effectively with staff across all departments.
Ability to work independently while seeking guidance and feedback when appropriate.
Flexibility and ability to adapt in a dynamic, mission-driven environment.
Interest in nonprofit communications, child welfare, advocacy, public service, or related fields.
Photography, videography, graphic design, or multimedia production experience preferred.

Location

Austin, Texas

Work Type

Hybrid schedule

Experience Level

Intern

Education Level

Currently enrolled as a junior or senior undergraduate or graduate student pursuing a degree in communications, journalism, public relations, marketing, public affairs, nonprofit management, or a related field.

Salary/Compensations

$15.00 an hour

Benefits

Hybrid schedule
Employer retirement contributions (amount equal to 5% of an employee’s gross pay)

About the Company

Texas CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) is part of a national volunteer movement that began in 1977. Judges appoint CASA volunteers to advocate for children in court, school and other settings with the goal of reuniting children with their families.
The CASA movement has evolved into one of the largest volunteer organizations in the country.
Local CASA programs in Texas serve the majority of Texas’ 254 counties, recruiting, training, supervising and supporting court-appointed volunteers.
Established in 1989, Texas CASA is the statewide membership association for all local CASA programs.
Texas CASA supports the CASA network by serving as the administrator of state and federal funds, setting and monitoring standards, providing training, leading a statewide volunteer recruitment campaign, advocating for public policy and more.
Texas CASA is committed to partnering with statewide stakeholders and the CASA network to elevate best practices when working with children and families.
Texas CASA is a registered 501(c)(3) organization with a mission to support local CASA programs with training, community awareness, resources and public policy to make a positive difference in the lives of children and families in Texas.