Intern, Development Direct Marketing (Summer 2026)
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Job Location:
Atlanta, GA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
12 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
The SPLC is seeking a highly motivated Direct Marketing intern who is passionate about civil rights!
The Southern Poverty Law Center offers internships to exceptional students enrolled in accredited undergraduate and graduate schools who possess strong academic backgrounds excellent writing skills and a commitment to public interest work. The Center is a catalyst for racial justice in the South and beyond working in partnership with communities to dismantle white supremacy strengthen intersectional movements and advance the human rights of all people. As an internationally recognized nonprofit organization the Center is dedicated to reducing bigotry and oppression through research and public education outreach litigation and advocacy.
Who You Are
Passionate. Motivated by social justice work and interested in the role grassroots fundraising plays in advancing change.
Organized. Self-starter who is detailed oriented with the ability to prioritize multi-task and meet deadlines.
Collaborator. Ability to productively work with others as well as independently.
Strong Communicator. Clear and thoughtful in both written and verbal communication with strong attention to tone and audience.
Hands-On. Willing to help on projects big and small understanding that behind-the-scenes work is essential to successful fundraising campaigns.
Mission Vision & Culture Alignment. Demonstrates an understanding of and a commitment to SPLCs mission vision and values.
What Youll Do
Assist the Marketing Director and direct marketing team in developing fundraising campaigns and outreach materials.
Support the execution of email direct mail and digital fundraising campaigns from planning through deployment.
Help track and organize campaign timelines assets and documentation.
Participate in weekly meetings with direct marketing team and external partners for campaign status updates and strategic planning.
Minimum Qualifications
We are committed to equitable hiring practices therefore you must meet the minimum qualifications to be considered for the role.
- Currently enrolled in a four-year college or graduate school program and will not graduate before August 2026
- Strong academic background; and
- Excellent research and writing skills.
Compensation & Benefits
The Center pays $17.95 per hour. Interns are expected to work 40 hours a week and there may be opportunity for supervisor approved overtime.
Where and How Youll Work
This role has the following work designation:
- Local Remote: Will work remotely but is expected to attend work-related activities that occur at the SPLC offices or in the states in which the SPLC operates.
- This position will report to the Director of Marketing Development.
Other Special Considerations
This job is performed under general office conditions and is not subject to any strenuous physical demands or dangerous conditions.
Due to the high volume of applications received we are unable to respond to inquiries by telephone.
Interns are expected to begin on June 1st 2026 A minimum commitment of ten consecutive weeks is expected. We unfortunately are not able to split summers.
To apply please submit a cover letter and resume by 6:00pm EST on Friday February 13 2026.
Disclaimer:
The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employee in this position. These statements are notintended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities duties and skills required of a person in this position.
An Equal-Opportunity Employer with a Commitment to Diversity
Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC) is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and as an organization committed to diversity and the perspective of all voices we considerapplicants equally without regard to age caregiver status color disability ethnicity gender gender expression gender identity marital status national origin on the basis ofgenetic information political affiliation pregnancy or veteran status.
Required Experience:
Intern
Key Skills
- Microsoft Office
- Public Relations
- Google Docs
- Data Collection
- MailChimp
- Microsoft Word
- Dermal Fillers
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Research Experience
- Microsoft Excel
- Adobe Photoshop
- Writing Skills
About Company
The Southern Poverty Law Center is dedicated to creating a world where Black and Brown communities are represented and respected by our democracy.
