Internship - JVS SoCal (Marketing & Communications) at JVS SoCal
JVS SoCal · Los Angeles, United States Of America · Hybrid
- Office in Los Angeles
Description
About JVS SoCal
Founded in 1931, JVS-SoCal is a nonprofit, non-sectarian social service agency providing job training, education, career services, mentoring, and placement assistance to diverse and multicultural populations, transforming lives and empowering individuals to achieve sustainable employment and financial independence. JVS SoCal currently serves over 30,000 clients annually at over 20 locations throughout Southern California. As JVS SoCal continues to grow, we continue to look for qualified, dedicated staff to join us and play a role in transforming lives and bettering our communities throughout SoCal and beyond!
Responsibilities
Working in the Development and Marketing departments, this role will be an introduction to working in a corporate environment with standard office equipment, procedures, and expectations. Intern(s) will learn about the nuts & bolts of journalistic storytelling, interviewing clients and program managers to produce success stories, marketing strategy, and philanthropic fundraising. In addition, we are also seeking those proficient with and interested in social media content creation, web design, and helping produce videos that explain and promote our services.
Working Conditions
This internship will be up to 20 hours per week: in-office on Tuesdays and/or Wednesdays and up to 4 hours remote. Additionally, expectation of attendance of relevant JVS SoCal, industry and/or partner events as directed. This role is based at the corporate office on Wilshire Blvd (at San Vicente), and most of the work will be conducted on computer.
Requirements
This is a 9-week internship
- Strong writing and communication skills.
- Currently enrolled at an accredited post-secondary institution.
- Strong interpersonal relations and “soft skills”.
- Solid knowledge of Mac OS/Windows, Microsoft Office + Outlook.
- Adobe Creative Suite, non-linear video editing, WP Engine, and digital publishing are all highly desirable.
- Access to transportation to our office location.
- Must be a resident of Los Angeles County.
- This internship may be offered as part of LA County’s Youth @ Work program (learn more).
