Marketing & Communications Intern
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Job Description
About Company
LiveOnNY is a federally designated organ procurement organization (OPO) and a mission-driven nonprofit. Its core mission is honoring, saving, and transforming lives through organ and tissue donation. The organization works collaboratively with over 100 hospitals to support organ and tissue donors and their families, ultimately facilitating the gift of life for individuals on the national transplant waitlist.
Serving a vibrant and diverse population of 13 million, LiveOnNY’s service area encompasses New York City and the counties of Nassau, Suffolk, Westchester, Orange, Putnam, Dutchess, and Rockland. The organization prides itself on being one of the highest-performing OPOs in the country, having achieved a 70% increase in organ donation over the past three years, attributed to the compassion and generosity of New Yorkers. LiveOnNY offers a career path where work truly matters, fostering professional growth while helping others live on.
Job Description, Detailed
This is an opportunity for a Marketing & Communications Intern at LiveOnNY.
• Job Title: Intern, Marketing & Communications
• Department: Marketing & Communications team
• Reporting To: Senior Director Marketing and social media
• Employment Model: 3 days in office (hours flexible)
This internship offers an exciting opportunity for individuals passionate about storytelling, digital media, and mission-driven work. The intern will gain hands-on experience in social media, content development, and marketing operations, contributing to sharing powerful, life-saving stories. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of brand marketing, social media, and digital marketing strategies, coupled with an interest in high-impact projects.
Responsibilities:
• Participate in the marketing cycle, focusing on positioning, messaging, and storytelling.
• Capture short-form video content using a smartphone for both social media and internal use.
• Edit video content tailored for multiple platforms, including Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube.
• Assist in developing compelling stories related to organ donation and transplant recipients.
• Support email list development and campaign management.
• Perform general administrative duties, such as scheduling, file organization, and research.
• Help brainstorm and create social and digital content to engage diverse audiences.
• Work collaboratively with various departments to ensure consistent messaging.
• Be committed to and participate in continuous process improvement at every level.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
• Education and/or Experience (Required):
• Completion of at least 2 years in a Bachelor’s program.
• Background in communications, journalism, marketing, public health, or nonprofit work.
• Skills (Required):
• Strong desire to learn along with professional drive.
• Organizational skills with meticulous attention to detail.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• A strong sense of teamwork and the ability to execute programs.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Self-motivated and hardworking.
• Experience/Skills (Preferred):
• Experience with Canva, Adobe Premiere Rush, CapCut, or similar tools.
• A proactive desire to go above and beyond role requirements.
• Basic knowledge of marketing principles and industry trends.
• Proven aptitude in seeking creative solutions to multi-faceted challenges.
Salary Range: $20-$25 per hour.
