Communications Intern

Avid Core is seeking a Communications Intern to support communications and outreach activities forstateand local initiatives. This is a 3-monthpart-timehourly internship designed for students orindividuals with limited professional experience who are eager to learn and grow in a fast-paced consulting environment. At the conclusion of the internship an employment contract review will be conducted based on performance and business needs.

To Apply:Submitresumes and cover letters through thisposting.

Candidates from all backgrounds are welcome to apply for our open positions and to join our bench of talented professionals.

Hourly Rate: $18/hour

Internship Duration:3 months with opportunity for employment contract review upon completion.

Overall Responsibilities:

• Assistwith drafting and editing basic communications materials including emails flyers and social media content

• Contribute tothe development and implementation of communications strategies and marketing plans

• Assistwithorganizingandstaffing community engagement events and activities

• Help collect organize andmaintainproject data notes and trackers

• Support outreach efforts by helping distribute materials and promote initiatives

• Review and proofread documents for clarity grammar and consistency

• Provide administrative and project coordination support as needed

• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications/Skills:

• Able to attend andparticipatein engagement eventslocatedintheWashington DC metro area

• Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from anassociate or bachelorsdegree program

• Basicproficiencywith Microsoft Office Suite (Word Excel PowerPoint Outlook Teams)

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Willingness to learn new tools technologies and processes

• Ability to stay organized and manage multiple small tasks

• Attention to detail and willingness to take direction

• Comfortable working both independently and in a team environment

Werelooking for someone who is:

• Highly organized and detail-oriented

• Comfortable managing multiple priorities and deadlines

• Professional and confident interacting with stakeholders includingclients andproject teams

• Proactive solutions-oriented and adaptable

• Able to work both independently and collaboratively

• Reliable responsive and accountable

Education:

High school diploma or equivalent required. Candidates should be currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a degree program preferably in communicationsmarketing

journalism public relations government or a related field.

Benefits:

• Hourly workers are exempt from benefits

Location:

The position ishybridwith remote work offered and expected participation inengagement eventslocatedin the area.

Candidates will be provided with a computer; however they must have a steady internet connection and a phone.

Accommodation:

Avid Core is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment we provide reasonable accommodation as needed. Contactto requestan accommodationtoparticipatein the job application and/or interview process.

Avid Core is an award-winning small woman-owned business headquartered in Northern Virginia with employees throughout the Washington D.C. metro area. We provide effective professional services and communications support to public and private sector clients.

Avid Core is an equal-opportunity employer andoperatesa drug-free workplace.

Required Experience:

Junior IC