Program: Communications

Reporting to: Senior Marketing Communications Manager

Part-Time, Non-Exempt

Location: Hybrid/Remote

Robert F. Kennedy Human Rights seeks a Communications Intern to join our Communications Department and play a role in managing our digital presence by assisting with social media, website, and email marketing needs.

About the Communications Team:

The Communications program is the core team dedicated to the visibility of Robert F. Kennedy Human Rights and their work is key to the organization’s future success. The more people know about the great work we do, the larger the impact we can make as we serve our mission. The Communications team is focused on taking the organization to the next level, enhancing our reputation and increasing our visibility. 

Internship Responsibilities:

• Participate in team meetings, discussing communications strategy and implementation
• Assist Sr. Marketing Comms Manager with copywriting by drafting and/or proofreading language for newsletters, social media, and our website.  
• Support our social media presence by scheduling posts through Hootsuite and creating graphics to accompany posts. 
• Help keep our website up-to-date: edit existing web pages as needed and post press releases, statements, and blog posts.
• Organize and maintain our organizational archive: upload and tag new photos and videos from events, delegations, hearings, or other activities. 
• Assist with other tasks and activities as needed.

Qualifications:

• Undergraduate student with educational/work experience and/or interest in social media, communications, or marketing;
• Interest in working in the non-profit or human rights space;
• Awareness and interest in current events and issues relating to human rights around the world;
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Suite;
• Ability to crunch numbers and utilize systems such as Microsoft Excel & Google Sheets;
• Strong verbal and written communication skills;
• Demonstrated research skills suitable for varied audiences;
• Attention to detail, you’re able to scope out errors and willing to fix mistakes;
• Flexible, patient, and ability to stay gracious under pressure;
• Self-starter who is proactive and eager to continue growing in the social media/digital marketing sphere;
• Teamwork, you are able to build positive relationships with your teammates and are willing to help others;
• Time management, you have the ability to manage multiple tasks and projects at once;
• Innovative thinking, an unwillingness to accept things as they are, capable of developing and presenting new ideas;
• Inclusive, you’re excited to work with colleagues with different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives from your own.

Preferred but not required qualifications:

• Working knowledge using platforms such as Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn;
• Working knowledge of Canva and Hootsuite. 

How to Apply:

• Submit your resume and cover letter to applications@rfkhumanrights.org.
• In your cover letter please include why you’re interested in this position and what skills/experiences you’re most excited to gain in this internship.

No phone calls please. RFK Human Rights will contact qualified candidates directly. 

Robert F. Kennedy Human Rights is an equal opportunity employer and believes we are stronger and more effective by working internally and externally with people of all abilities, diverse backgrounds, and a range of perspectives, particularly those who have historically been marginalized or underrepresented. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We do not discriminate in our hiring practices and in order to build the strongest possible workforce, actively seek a diverse applicant pool. If you’re in need of an accommodation at any time during the application and hiring process please contact us by emailing your request to hr@rfkhumanrights.org with the subj. line “Accommodation Request”. Examples include, but are not limited to:

Having interviews in a more accessible location/format

Having documents in alternate formats or read aloud