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Romance Writers of America® Strategic Communication Internship — Apply Today!!

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Are you passionate about storytelling, digital communication, and advocating for creative professionals? Romance Writers of America® (RWA)’s Strategic Communication internship offers hands-on experience in nonprofit communication, public relations, and advocacy campaigns. This position is ideal for students interested in gaining real-world experience in strategic messaging, content creation, and community engagement within the publishing and literary industry.

Through this internship program, students will gain practical experience developing and implementing communication strategies that advance RWA’s mission to support romance writers and increase public awareness of the romance genre. Interns will work remotely for the duration of the internship with weekly virtual meetings and ongoing mentorship.

Interns Will:
● Develop strategic communication materials for member advocacy campaigns.
● Create content for RWA’s website, newsletters, and digital platforms.
● Research and write press releases about industry trends and RWA initiatives.
● Assist with social media content creation and community engagement.
● Support public awareness campaigns to promote the romance genre.
● Conduct research on publishing industry trends and literacy initiatives.
● Draft talking points and messaging frameworks for organizational leadership.
● Assist with event promotion and member communication strategies.
● Collaborate with team members to enhance RWA’s brand presence.
● Analyze communication metrics and prepare performance reports.

Qualifications and Requirements:

● Excellent written and verbal communication skills
● Knowledge and experience with social media platforms and digital communication tools
● Strong research and analytical skills
● Self-directed independent worker with a strong work ethic who enjoys collaborative teamwork
● Currently pursuing or holding a degree in Communication, Public Relations, Marketing, Journalism, English, or a related field
● Overall GPA of 3.0 or higher
● Interest in the publishing industry, nonprofit advocacy, or literary organizations
● Familiarity with best practices in social media
● Understanding of or interest in romance literature and publishing industry trends
● Experience with graphic design tools (Canva preferred) for content creation

Time Commitment and Location:
This internship program requires a minimum 15-hour per week commitment (120 hours total for 3-credit internship) with flexible scheduling based on academic calendar requirements. The internship is conducted remotely, and meetings will be scheduled on a weekly basis.
Additional one-on-one mentoring sessions will be scheduled as needed with the Executive Director of RWA.

Learning Outcomes:
Upon completion of this internship, students will have developed competencies in:
● Develops Strategic Communication Plans: Creates messaging frameworks that align with organizational mission and goals.
● Produces Digital Content: Creates engaging content across multiple platforms and audiences using various digital tools.
● Executes Public Relations Activities: Writes press releases, manages media relations, and communicates with stakeholders effectively.
● Implements Advocacy Communication: Crafts persuasive messaging for policy and industry advocacy campaigns.
● Applies Nonprofit Communication Strategies: Demonstrates understanding of unique communication challenges and opportunities in the nonprofit sector.
● Analyzes Industry Trends: Evaluates publishing industry developments and literary community dynamics to inform strategic decisions

This internship does not offer monetary compensation. RWA provides college credit opportunities and will work with students and their academic institutions to complete all necessary paperwork for credit requirements.

This internship offers invaluable hands-on experience in strategic communication within a nationally recognized literary organization. Interns become integral members of the RWA communication team, contributing meaningfully to campaigns that directly impact thousands of professional writers. The experience provides excellent networking opportunities within the publishing industry and the nonprofit sector.

Additional Benefits:
● Professional mentorship from experienced communication professionals and authors
● Access to RWA’s professional development resources and industry connections
● Letter of recommendation upon successful completion
● Opportunity to attend virtual RWA events and workshops
● Portfolio development with real-world campaign materials and published content

Application Instructions:
To apply, please email the following materials to admin@rwa.org with the subject line “Strategic Communication Internship Application”:
● Current resume
● Cover letter explaining your interest in strategic communication and the romance writing industry

UUP Seeking Interns for Fall 2025 Semester

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UUP is looking for one or two students to assist them with chapter communications and other tasks in the Fall 2025 semester! Historically, they’ve attracted students from Sociology, Political Science, English, and DMJ/Communications; but they’re happy to work with students from all other fields as well!

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EC Media Group Offers Production & Social Media Content Creation Internships in Orange County, NY

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Multiple Summer 2025 in-person media production AND social media content creation internships are available at EC Media Group LLC. The Internship would include occasional in-person photo/video shoots for content generation.

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Democracy Matters is offering a Year-Long Internship for ‘25 Fall and ‘26 Spring Semesters

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Internship responsibilities may include… 

  • Building coalitions of student activists
  • Registering students to vote
  • Screening films & documentaries
  • Holding rallies & “Democracy Rocks” parties and events
  • Tabling interactive information on voter suppression, money in politics, climate change, racial justice, LGBTQ+ & women’s issues, mass incarceration, etc. 
  • And more!

The application requires a resume and a cover letter describing 

  1. Why you want to intern with Democracy Matters and
  2. What your goals for the internship are. 

Applications should be sent to joanm@democracymatters.org. To learn more about Democracy Matters, visit their website at https://www.democracymatters.org/. 

From Democracy Matters: 

Democracy Matters (DM) is a non-partisan, national student organization committed to giving students a voice in politics. We offer paid part-time internships on college campuses during the academic year, September through May. With training and support from the DM staff, interns create Democracy Matters chapters on their own campuses that make a difference by protecting and expanding democracy.

The Century House Historical Society & Widow Jane Mine are looking for Workers and Interns

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The Century House Historical Society and Widow Jane Mine in Rosendale are looking for students to fill different positions and internships for the historical properties. Holding one of these positions would make you an important figure in preserving the history of the Catskill and Hudson Valley economic history in indigenous cement mines. 

The positions available are… 

1. Curator of Museum Archives & Collection 

This job is best suited for people who have interests in journalism and history, with great attention to detail. Those who apply will be able to take a tour of the museum to see the estate’s quality and learn its history. Before applying, you should contact the director Althea, who will explain the position in better detail.

2. Graphic Artist Internship 

This would be a mostly remote position. The graphic artist would layout grounds in the format of a map with a tear-off section for contact information. This position may also include researching the best cost effective way to print designs. It would be ongoing for one year, most likely on a monthly or “per-project with deadline” basis. 

3. Social Media Coordinator Internship 

This position would be hybrid; most can be done remotely, but you would have to be available on site for event dates. You would mostly promote and design content to generate admission for the Century House, promote the Widow Jane brand and events, and update content across social media platforms. 

4. Head Intern HR Advisor Internship 

This position would be hybrid; you would review applications remotely but some interviews may be in person. Your role would be screening other interns, answering questions about the opportunities, and advise areas of participation best suited for them. You would need to have excellent communication skills and know how to complete data entry.

5. Horticulture Advisor Internship 

This would be an ongoing, flexible on-site position, with some remote potential. This position is for you if you have a green thumb and are interested in natural landscaping. To learn more about the position, contact Althea directly. 

If none of these internships sound suitable for you, The Century House and Widow Jane Mine are interested in hearing your input and ideas for other positions! 

To learn more about The Century House and Widow Jane Mine, visit https://www.centuryhouse.org/ and https://widowjanemine.com/. To apply or learn more about the positions, contact Director Althea Werner at 845.706.1976 or altheawerner@yahoo.com. 

From The Century House: 

The Century House Historical Society is a non-profit landmark located in Rosendale, NY. It celebrates the history of cement mines and their importance in this industry, which is integral to the structure and economy of the entire Catskill and Hudson Valley region. We are so pleased to offer students an amazing opportunity to participate in keeping local history vibrant! 

Haymarket Inc. Seeking Summer Intern to Join Campaign Editorial US team in Manhattan

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Haymarket Media Inc. is seeking a summer intern to join the Campaign Editorial US team at their New York, New York office. The position full-time, three on-site days (Tuesdays, Wednesday, and a team flex day) and two days remote. The intern will play a critical role in the newsroom, assisting with programming, conducting research for features, and assisting in flagging due dates and deliverables. 

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CCD Seeking Summer 2024 Paid Marketing and Communications Interns

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Are you passionate about making a difference in our political system? Do you want to be part of a groundbreaking initiative that aims to unite Americans around a shared vision for our country’s future? Look no further! The Center for Collaborative Democracy’s Grand Bargain Project is hiring three paid internship opportunities!

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Still Need a Spring Internship? PR/Marketing/Outreach Interns Needed for Non-Profit Breast Cancer Advocacy Group

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Breast Cancer Options, a non-profit advocacy group based in Kingston, NY, is seeking help from an unpaid intern with public relations/strategic communications and outreach. This internship involves all aspects of PR including media, PR online, flyers and brochures, event planning and organization, etc.

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