Hybrid Internship - JVS SoCal (Marketing & Communications) presso JVS SoCal

Description

About JVS SoCal

Founded in 1931 amid the Great Depression, JVS SoCal (Jobs. Vision. Success.) began with a single desk in a Bunker Hill office in downtown Los Angeles, serving job seekers who were struggling to survive amid overt workplace discrimination. Nearly 100 years later, the agency is a recognized regional leader in workforce development, offering a broad range of vital, innovative social services to 30,000+ individuals each year.

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 10-week internship starting in early-February and ending in late April 2025

• Strong writing and communication skills.
• Currently enrolled at an accredited post-secondary institution.
• Good interpersonal relations.
• Solid knowledge of Mac OS, Microsoft Office + Outlook
• Adobe Creative Suite, non-linear video editing, and digital publishing are all highly preferred.
• Access to transportation to our office location two days a week.
• Must be a resident of Los Angeles County.