Communications Intern

Communications Intern (Summer 2024)ABOUT THE INNOCENCE PROJECT The Innocence Project works to free the innocent, prevent wrongful convictions, and create fair, compassionate, and equitable systems of justice for everyone. Our work is guided by science and grounded in anti-racism. Since our inception, the Innocence Project has used DNA and other scientific advancements to prove wrongful conviction. To date, we have helped to free or exonerate more than 200 people who, collectively, spent more than 3,600 years behind bars. Our efforts have led to the passage of more than 200 transformative state laws and federal reforms. Today, the Innocence Project continues to fight for freedom, drive structural change, and advance the innocence movement. To learn more, please visit www.innocenceproject.org. ABOUT THE POSITION The Communications Intern provides support to the communications team, working closely with the Assistant Director, Editorial to craft compelling content that amplifies the organization’s advocacy, legislative, and programmatic work. The intern will also assist in identifying impactful opportunities to connect with various audiences.  The primary focuses of this internship are to produce quality content for the Innocence Project’s internal and external channels and to teach best practices in nonprofit communications. This position will be a 10-week paid internship with a minimum requirement of 40 hours per week. Duties will commence the week of May 30 and conclude the week of August 4.  This internship will be in person with at least 1 day in office. All Innocence Project employees must embrace, respect and value the rich diversity of perspectives and experience of a diverse and heterogeneous staff. We recognize and appreciate that our work is better for having varied participants and thought partners. We are interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States. However, we are not able to sponsor visas. THE IDEAL CANDIDATE The ideal candidate for this internship is a driven, intellectually curious, and empathetic self-starter who works well in collaborative environments and has a strong interest in the Innocence Project’s mission and work.  ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Job duties include, but are not limited to: * Producing content for the Innocence Project’s website and related platforms * Ensuring that internal and external communications are aligned with the organization’s work and mission * Strategizing ways to better engage internal and external audiences  * Proofreading pieces for style and grammar consistency QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE * Undergraduate or graduate student with a concentration in English, communications, journalism, media relations, or a related field * Demonstrated interpersonal skills * Attention to detail along with a commitment to quality and proofreading  * Basic competency in G Suite  * Interest in nonprofit communications * Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. KEY COMPETENCIES + VALUES * Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks;  * Independent worker; * Developed writing and analytical skills;  * Must be able to work with groups of diverse individuals in respectful, equitable, and inclusive ways. * Enthusiasm for the work of the Innocence Project and for social justice, including a demonstrated commitment to public interest; and * Shares in the Innocence Project’s values of accountability, collaboration, empathy and compassion, equity, person-centeredness, quality focus, and self-awareness. WORKFORCE DIVERSITY AND EQUAL OPPORTUNITY The Innocence Project considers the diversity of its workforce to be vital to our organization’s success in meeting its mission. We strongly encourage applicants from all cultures, races, educational backgrounds, life experiences, socio-economic classes, sexual orientations, age, gender, and physical abilities to apply. Individuals with personal connections to the criminal legal system are strongly encouraged to apply. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, it is our policy not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, familial status, marital status, predisposing genetic characteristics, actual or perceived domestic violence victim status, unemployment status, caregiver status, or any other category protected by law. APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS To apply, please upload a cover letter expressing your interest in the role and the organization’s work, and a resume titled with your name (last name. first name. cover letter/resume). Only applications with cover letters will be considered complete applications. Information submitted through this secure site is kept confidential. Due to the large volume of applications, we are unable to give applicant updates by phone or direct email.  **Applications for this position will be considered on a rolling basis until the post is filled.**  SALARY $19 per hour for undergraduate students and $21 per hour for postgraduate students