Marketing & Communications Intern

Title: Marketing and Communications Intern

Immediate Supervisor: Marketing and Communications Manager

Staff Supervised: None

Job Classification: Non-Exempt, Part Time

Organization Overview

United Way of Acadiana is committed to serving Acadia, Iberia, Lafayette, St. Martin, Iberia, and Vermilion parishes. United Way fights for the health, education, and financial stability of every person in our community. Our mission: to unite people and organizations with passion, expertise, and resources to create more opportunities for a better life. Our vision: an educated, prosperous, and safe Acadiana where all individuals and families are empowered to achieve their full potential.

Basic Job Summary

The Marketing and Communications Intern will assist with a variety of tasks, such as creating content, managing social media, supporting event planning, and helping with administrative duties. They will support UWA’s mission by helping to promote events, engage with donors, and tell UWA’s story to the public and media.

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines. Occasionally, an employee might be asked to carry/transport heavy items up to 40lbs.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Content creation: Write and edit content for websites, newsletters, social media, press releases, and marketing materials.
• Social media management: Update and maintain the organization's social media presence, monitor engagement, and respond to followers.
• Event support: Assist in planning, promoting, and executing events, which may include preparing materials, tracking RSVPs, and providing on-site support.
• Marketing and communications support: Help implement marketing campaigns, maintain the organization's website, and assist with media relations efforts.
• Administrative tasks: Perform general administrative duties, manage databases, and assist with data entry and analysis.
• Research: Conduct market research to identify new opportunities, relevant news, and competitor activities.
• Graphic Design: Use Canva to generate social media content and marketing materials for print as requested

Skills and Qualifications

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with social media platforms and content management systems (e.g., WordPress).
• Experience with design tools (e.g., Canva, Adobe Creative Suite) is a plus.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Strong computer literacy, including word processing and spreadsheets.
• A passion for UWA’s mission and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Education

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in Mass Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, English, Graphic Design or Marketing required.

Experience

• Minimum of one year of experience in marketing and communications. Nonprofit, issue-based communications preferred.

Requirements Before Hire

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s Degree program in a related field of study.
• Proof and maintenance of a valid driver’s license
• Proof and maintenance of Vehicle Insurance and reliable transportation
• Produce a current physical.