Writing, Marketing and Donor Engagement internship

This internship is an opportunity to learn and contribute to multiple facets of MCC’s Communications and Donor Relations work. The Writing, Marketing and Donor Engagement intern will thank segments of MCC donors for gifts received and summarize input received from donors. This intern will also work with MCC’s graphic designer and senior editor to research and write copy for MCC’s publications and marketing campaigns. If it fits the successful candidate’s skill set, some graphic design projects may be included within this internship.

 

Specific Tasks and Duties:

·      Other duties as assigned on a temporary basis 

 

Travel expectations: No significant travel.

Physical Activity/Demands: Choose an item.

·      Remaining in a stationary position, often standing, or sitting for prolonged periods of time.

·      Light work that includes moving objects up to 20 pounds.

·      assessing the accuracy, neatness and thoroughness of work assigned. Not regularly exposed to adverse environmental conditions.

Organizational values and culture: All MCC workers are expected to exhibit a commitment to a personal Christian faith and discipleship; active church membership; and nonviolent peacemaking. MCC is an equal opportunity employer, committed to employment equity. MCC values diversity and invites all qualified candidates to apply.

          

Essential: 

·      Significant familiarity with and good skills in Word, Excel and Outlook.

·      Aptitude to learn and use software donor data entry.

·      Significant familiarity with AP Style and aptitude to learn basics of MCC Stylesheet.

·      Post-high school experience with research (at least one year).

·      Post-high school coursework in writing for marketing, design, fund-raising or public relations (at least one course).

·      Post-high school experience and good skills in writing for marketing, fund-raising or public relations for use in various communications vehicles and platforms.

·      Writing samples (3-5 samples) available.

·      Ability to respect confidentiality of donor information.

·      Self-starter with the ability to both work independently and as part of a team.

·      Detail-oriented and able to meet deadlines.

Employment eligibility: Legally eligible to work in the U.S. MCC offers of employment are subject to a successful criminal background check(s).

·      Familiarity with InDesign.

Anti-oppression commitment: MCC expects all staff to actively participate in an organization culture that focuses on dismantling any barriers based on race, economic inequality, or gender-based oppression. This includes an expectation to assess and address any barriers within themselves, within their team(s), and within MCC.

Safeguarding commitment: All MCC Staff are expected to work collaboratively to create and maintain an organizational culture that prevents and responds to situations of abuse of power (sexual harassment, child abuse, racism, exploitation, and fraud among other situations).