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Communications & Learning Content Intern
Overview:
FHI 360 has an exciting internship opportunity for a student interested in growing their skills within the education and workforce development sector. Under close supervision, an Intern will perform entry level professional duties which will provide the opportunity for professional training in various functional areas throughout the organization. Internship assignments serve to offer practical experience and broad exposure to a global nonprofit development organization.
At FHI 360 ’s Institute for Work and Learning (IWL), we believe that access to quality education and fulfilling work empowers people to reach their highest potential. IWL designs, runs, and evaluates programs focused on education and employment to help people find fulfilling careers, contribute to their communities, and live successful lives. For more than fifty years, our work has created economic opportunity, stronger communities, and brighter futures for people around the world.
This internship will support Next Engineers, a global college-and-career readiness initiative funded by the GE Aerospace Foundation. Next Engineers aims to increase the number of young people interested in pursuing engineering education and careers. Next Engineers: Engineering Discovery brings hands-on engineering design activities into the classroom, while Engineering Academy provides an intensive 2-year out-of-school experience that teaches high school participants to think and act like engineers.
Under IWL’s supervision, the Intern will assist in project communications and learning content development for Next Engineers. This is a paid internship with a flexible schedule based on project needs.
Skills Gained and Learning Opportunities:
Practical experience with a large, global non-profit organization
Shadowing, mentoring, and training opportunities with successful communications, technical, and program management professionals working in the Education and Workforce Development fields
Training and engagement opportunities related to youth-centered resource development, resource maintenance, workforce development, and college & career readiness Experience working with an interdisciplinary team addressing global education and workforce challenges undefined
Anticipated Project(s) and Assignment Details:
The intern may contribute to various department and project activities under the direction of their supervisor in the following ways:
Develop social media content, applying appropriate branding
Update learning resources for projects, including new branding templates and revising content
Assist in writing and reviewing project content, including News/blog entries
Assist in developing new learning content for Next Engineers activities
Copyedit learning content, presentation slides, collateral materials, etc.
Support any global or live events as needed
Participate in meetings with IWL and Next Engineers teams to learn about learning and workforce development strategies and goals, learning content development, and program implementation
Assist with project-related administrative tasks as needed
Assist with website management as needed
Assist with other IWL communication tasks such as writing, copyediting, or design as needed
Qualifications and Competencies:
Currently enrolled in a Bachelors degree program at a college or university in English, Communications, STEM Education, Journalism, Curriculum Development, Design, Instructional Design, or related field one year of graduation date
Demonstrated interest in related subject area through studies and/or work experience
Energetic and eager to tackle new projects and ideas
Strong writing and copyediting skills
Articulate, professional, and able to communicate in a clear, positive manner
Must be able to read, write, and speak fluent English
Detail-oriented
Must be able to work independently in a virtual environment; strong time-management skills
Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite, PDF programs such as Adobe Acrobat or Foxit, and Canva
Spanish, Polish, or Kannada language skills are a plus
Experience with WordPress and/or Drupal a plus
Typical Physical Demands:
Remote office environment
Ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time; ability to lift 5 lbs.
Technology to be Used:
Personal Computer
Microsoft Office (i.e., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.), Outlook e-mail
Canva, WordPress, MailChimp, social media platforms
Foxit PDF or Adobe Acrobat
Travel Requirements:
0%
Other Requirements:
This position is 100% remote.
Interns must have reliable, high-speed internet access.
The expected U.S.-based hourly pay range for this internship is listed below. FHI 360 pay ranges represent national averages that may vary by geographic location. When determining an offer amount, FHI 360 considers multiple factors, including but not limited to: the candidate’s education, relevant coursework, skills, prior internship or work experience, internal equity, business sector, and budget.
Compensation is only one component of the internship experience. Eligibility for benefits and paid time off, if applicable, is determined based on internship duration, scheduled hours, and FHI 360 policy.
US Based Hiring Salary Range: $18 - $30 USD Annual
This job posting summarizes the main duties of the job. It neither prescribes nor restricts the exact tasks that may be assigned to carry out these duties. This document should not be construed in any way to represent a contract of employment. Management reserves the right to review and revise this document at any time.
FHI 360 is an equal opportunity employer whereby we do not engage in practices that discriminate against any person employed or seeking employment based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.
Our values and commitments to safeguarding: FHI 360 is committed to preventing any type of abuse, exploitation and harassment in our work environments and programs, including sexual abuse, exploitation and harassment. FHI 360 takes steps to safeguard the welfare of everyone who engages with our organization and programs and requires that all personnel, including staff members and volunteers, share this commitment and sign our code of conduct. All offers of employment will be subject to appropriate screening checks, including reference, criminal record and terrorism finance checks. FHI 360 also participates in the Inter-Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme (MDS), facilitated by the Steering Committee for Humanitarian Response. In line with the MDS, we will request information from job applicants’ previous employers about any substantiated findings of sexual abuse, exploitation and/or harassment during the applicant’s tenure with previous employers. By applying, job applicants confirm their understanding of these recruitment procedures and consent to these screening checks.
FHI 360 will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws.
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