Internship Opportunity

Position Title: Community Engagement & Social Media Intern

Reports To: Program Coordinator, EmpowermentOne | RISEOne

Location: Remote/Hybrid (as applicable)
Hours: Flexible (10–15 hours per week)

Duration: 3 months (Can be extended up to 6 month)
Compensation: Unpaid internship (academic credit or volunteer experience may be arranged)
Potential for Paid Role: This position may transition to a paid opportunity upon meeting and exceeding performance expectations and organizational needs.

About EmpowermentOne | RISEOne

EmpowermentOne | RISEOne is dedicated to fostering educational, career, and leadership pathways for youth and underserved communities. Through mentorship, workforce readiness, and community collaboration, we empower individuals to achieve their fullest potential and create lasting social impact.

Position Overview

The Community Engagement & Social Media Intern will play an active role in promoting EmpowermentOne | RISEOne’s mission through community engagement, digital outreach, and partnership support. The intern will assist with planning and leading meetings, managing social media content, coordinating events, and supporting communication with partners and stakeholders. This position offers valuable hands-on experience in community development, organizational leadership, and communications.

Key Responsibilities

 Social Media & Communications

• Manage and create engaging content for social media platforms (Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, etc.)
• Develop and schedule posts aligned with organizational priorities and campaigns
• Track engagement metrics and recommend strategies for growth
• Support the creation of flyers, newsletters, and promotional materials
  

Meetings & Coordination

• Attend and actively participate in EmpowermentOne | RISEOne meetings, events, and outreach activities
• Lead select meetings or team discussions as assigned
• Record and track action items, ensuring timely follow-up and accountability
• Support communication between internal teams, volunteers, and community partners

Partnerships & Outreach

• Assist in outreach efforts with schools, community organizations, and workforce partners
• Help coordinate and support community workshops, mock interviews, or educational sessions
• Represent EmpowermentOne | RISEOne professionally at external events or partner meetings
  

Leadership & Professional Growth

• Contribute creative ideas to improve program delivery and engagement
• Demonstrate initiative, reliability, and a collaborative spirit in all assigned duties
• Participate in mentorship and feedback sessions to enhance leadership and communication skills

Qualifications

• Associate degree or higher  in Business Administration, Communications, Public Administration, or a related field
• Bachelor’s degree Preferred in Business Administration, Communications, Public Administration, or a related field
• Interest in community engagement, social media management, education, or nonprofit leadership
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Detail-oriented, dependable, and able to manage multiple priorities
• Familiarity with social media tools (e.g., Canva, Meta Suite, LinkedIn management) preferred
• Commitment to EmpowermentOne | RISEOne’s mission and values
  

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this internship, the intern will gain:

• Real-world experience in nonprofit communications and project coordination
• Enhanced leadership, teamwork, and organizational skills
• Networking opportunities with community partners and stakeholders
• A certificate of completion and a professional letter of recommendation upon successful fulfillment of duties
• One-on-one meetings will be conducted bi-weekly or weekly 

Agreement

By signing below, I acknowledge that I have read, understood, and agree to the terms and responsibilities outlined in this duty statement. I understand that this internship is unpaid and intended for educational and professional development purposes.