Communications Interns – Multilingual Communications

Job Description

Communications Internship | South Asian Council for Social Services

The Tone:
This is an unpaid internship at South Asian Council for Social Services, located in Flushing, NY. The South Asian Council for Social Services (SACSS) is dedicated to making a meaningful impact within a diverse, multilingual community by providing vital social services. This Communications Internship offers a unique opportunity for students to gain valuable hands-on experience in various aspects of communications, contributing directly to the organization’s mission and outreach efforts. The role is designed for individuals eager to develop practical skills while supporting community engagement initiatives.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Location: In-person, Flushing, NY
• Mission: To gain hands-on experience in communications, marketing, and media while making a meaningful impact in a diverse, multilingual community.

What You’ll Actually Do
• Content Creation: Develop and produce compelling content and engaging stories specifically tailored for multilingual audiences, ensuring messages resonate across various cultural and linguistic groups.
• Social Media Management: Implement and manage social media strategies to enhance digital presence and foster engagement with the community, reaching a broader audience through various platforms.
• Graphic Design: Create and design various graphic materials and visual communications assets, ensuring they are culturally appropriate and effective in conveying SACSS’s messages.
• Event Promotion: Assist in the planning and execution of promotional activities for SACSS events, actively participating in community outreach to inform and engage local residents.
• Writing & Editing: Write, review, and edit diverse communication materials, including content for newsletters, the organization’s website, and social media posts, maintaining clarity and consistency in messaging.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Student currently pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in higher education.
• Experience: No specific prior professional experience is explicitly required, with an emphasis on academic interest in communications, marketing, media, or related fields.
• Skills: Demonstrated interest and enthusiasm for communications, marketing, media, or related fields.
• Bonus: Proficiency in being bilingual or multilingual.