Summer Communications Intern

Job Description

Salary: $19

Avid Core is looking for a part-time intern to assist with supporting communications and outreach efforts for our federal government, state agency, and non-profit clients. This is a paid internship that runs from June through September 2024.

The Avid Core Summer 2024 intern must be based in the Washington D.C. metro area. While day-to-day activities will be remote, the intern will be asked to attend and support in-person client events in the Washington D.C. and Northern Virginia area.

To Apply: Submit resumes and cover letters through our BambooHR job board. Resumes and cover letters will be accepted until the position is filled. Submissions without a cover letter will not be reviewed.

Avid Core is committed to fostering an inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Candidates from all backgrounds are welcome to apply for our open positions and to join our bench of talented professionals. People of color, members of the LGBTQ community, Veterans, and people with disabilities are encouraged to join the Avid Core team.

Duties

Staff pop-up events in the Washington D.C. and Northern Virginia area

Lead the execution of a communications project with supervision

Assist with the development and implementation of communications strategies

Team with Avid Core staff and clients on designing and developing graphics, reports, and informational materials

Write blog posts and support the management of Avid Core’s editorial calendar

Craft social media posts and plan social media monthly calendars

Support in-person and virtual meetings with research, detailed notetaking, and action item tracking

Track and report social media and website analytics for clients and Avid Core

Assist with the development and research of new business proposals

Administrative tasks as assigned

Coordinate a fun Avid Core event

Qualifications

Proficiency with the full Microsoft suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, and SharePoint) required

Experience with Adobe InDesign (Able to run text, place photos, and apply styles) desired

Experience with Canva desired

Experience with WordPress desired

Spanish, Arabic, or Amharic language proficiency (desired but not required)

We’re looking for someone who is:

Self-driven, organized, and able to prioritize

Able to handle multiple responsibilities and willing to take on a wide variety of tasks

Fun and energetic

Able to work independently and as a team

Detail-oriented

Interested in learning about career options in the communications field

Interested in event management and community engagement

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Either currently enrolled in a degree program or a recent graduate, preferably in journalism, communications, government, or similar field of study

Compensation: $19/hour

COVID-19 Vaccination: All employees of Avid Core are required to be vaccinated for COVID-19.

Location: This is a remote position but candidates must be based in the Washington DC region. Candidates must have access to a computer, steady internet connection, and a phone.

Accommodations: Avid Core is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, we provide reasonable accommodations as needed. Contact to request an accommodation to participate in the job application and/or interview process.

Avid Core is an award-winning small woman-owned business headquartered in Northern Virginia with employees throughout the mid-Atlantic. We provide effective strategic communications, project management, public outreach, and innovative marketing strategies to public and private sector clients. Avid Core is an equal opportunity employer and operates a drug-free workplace.