Creative Communications Assistant Intern

The mission of The Nature Conservancy (TNC) is to conserve the lands and waters upon which all life depends. As a science-based organization, we develop innovative, on-the-ground solutions to the world’s toughest environmental challenges so that people and nature can thrive. Our work is guided by our values, which include a commitment to diversity and respect for people, communities, and cultures. From a rewarding mission to career development and flexible schedules, there are many reasons to love life #insideTNC. Want to know more? Check out our TNC Talent playlist on YouTube   to hear stories from staff or visit  Glassdoor.

One of TNC’s primary goals is to cultivate an inclusive work environment so that employees around the globe have a sense of belonging and feel that their unique contributions are valued. We know we’ll only achieve our mission by hiring and engaging a diverse staff that reflects the communities in which we work. Recognizing that people bring talent and skills that have been developed outside the scope of a job, we take a holistic approach to recruitment that considers life experience in addition to the professional requirements listed in our postings. Please apply – we’d love to hear from you. To quote a popular saying at TNC, “you’ll join for the mission, and you’ll stay for the people.”

The Intern will be responsible for supporting the Caribbean marketing and communications team by contributing to several creative communications initiatives for our region through our web and social media presence. The assistant will liaise with various stakeholders, including outside partners and internal regional teams to learn about current projects and brainstorm ways to tell these stories effectively. They will work with their manager to take complex stories and break them down into simpler yet engaging messaging for various stakeholders. The assistant will contribute to the success of our social media presence as they contribute to strategy, content creation, copy, and data analytics on our various channels. The assistant will also play an important role in improving our website as they work with our team to update our regional country’s online presence.
The Intern will report to the Social Media and Digital Content Specialist

• Conduct research to leverage relevant stories from our region.
• Brainstorm new and effective ways to communicate on our projects.
• Create and test new engagement strategies and content.
• Pull and analyze data from our social channels and website.
• Explore new channels to tell our stories.
• Help to organize and sort creative content assets.
• Contribute to creating new content for our social channels.
• Contribute to the social media calendar and campaigns.
• Write engaging copy for social media and web.
• Keep abreast of the latest social media trends.
• Lead on community engagement on our social channels.
• Update web channels with new stories.

Do you have a passion for telling stories? Do you love nature and helping to educate others through social media? Are you inquisitive and passionate about nature conservation, writing and exploring the realm of marketing and communications? If so, we have a great opportunity at the TNC Caribbean Marketing and Communications department!

We are looking for a Creative Communications Assistant to fill a paid 10-week Summer internship. The intern can be an undergraduate student, graduate student, or recent graduate (between 2021 and 2024). This position is home-based in the United States and will provide a unique opportunity to bridge the gap between academics and real-world work. We offer an orientation, professional networking opportunities, real-world work experience, and the ability to study with different members of our knowledgeable team to learn about different aspects of communications and marketing beyond the internship scope. The assistant can explore topics such as graphic design, media relations, and more if desired. We are excited to hear from you and see if you would be a good fit for our team.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• HS Diploma or equivalent. Currently enrolled in an undergraduate program of communications, marketing, or related field, or a recent graduate with a degree in one of these or a related field (such as conservation science, marine science, etc).
• Experience summarizing complex topics for targeted audiences
• Experience in research, writing, and editing

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Access to a reliable internet connection
• Able to handle multiple tasks at once
• Ability to prioritize tasks and handle impromptu requests
• Knowledge of/interest in Social Media Marketing/Digital Marketing
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Close attention to detail
• Knowledge or passion for nature conservation
• Coursework and/or exposure related to communications/marketing
• Self-starter, taking initiative, and demonstrating confidence to ask questions and seek input
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Multi-lingual skills, especially Spanish, and multi-cultural or cross-cultural experience
• A good eye for attractive design and imagery
• Knowledge of the Caribbean region and the community diversity of the area
• Knowledge of social media and web analytics
• Experience with basic video editing
• Experience with TikTok, YouTube, and LinkedIn
• Experience with Adobe Experience Manager
• Experience with Canva, CapCut and/or Adobe InDesign
• Familiarity with content scheduling tools, like Hootsuite and Khoros

Since 1951, TNC has been doing work you can believe in. Through grassroots action, we have grown from a small non-profit into one of the most effective and wide-reaching environmental organizations in the world. Thanks to more than 1 million members, over 400 scientists, and the dedicated efforts of our diverse staff and partners, we impact conservation around the world!

TNC offers a competitive, comprehensive benefits package including health care benefits, flexible spending accounts, a 401(k) plan with an 8% employer match, parental leave, accrued paid time off, life insurance, disability coverage, employee assistance program, other life and work well-being benefits. Learn more about our benefits on our Culture Tab on nature.org/careers.

We’re proud to offer a flexible work environment that supports of the health and well-being of the people we employ.

This is a full-time, remote, temporary internship position with a 10-week term of June 3 to August 9, 2024.

ELIGIBILITY

The Nature Conservancy’s Internship Program candidate should demonstrate at least one of the following:

• Contribution to the diversity of The Nature Conservancy. The applicant has circumstances, experiences, skills, or talents that would benefit others and would enhance the diversity of the organization.
• Understanding of communities and skills that aid in the trust-building process essential for collaborative efforts with urban communities, organizations, and leaders—ability to cross boundaries, find common ground and work together across differences.
• Commitment to Diversity. The applicant has shown and can demonstrate a deep and active commitment to the issues of conservation and human diversity.
• Commitment to Equity. The applicant shows an understanding of inequity and its context and has experience with engagement and inclusion of those from disadvantaged and/or underserved communities.

INTERN SELECTION PROCESS

• Applications will be screened for eligibility, qualifications and experience level related to the Internship.
• Applicants will be notified of the next steps in the process within 3 weeks after application.
• 2-3 video interviews will be conducted for selected applicants.
• Additional information may be required before making a final decision.
• All applicants will be notified of final selection by May 3.

The pay for a candidate selected for this position is $17/hr. This range only applies to candidates whose country of employment is the USA. Where a successful candidate’s actual pay will fall within this range will be based on a variety of factors, including, for example, the candidate’s location, qualifications, specific skills, and experience. Please note countries outside the USA would have a different pay range in the local currency based on the local labor market, and not tied to USA pay or ranges. Your geographic location will be confirmed during the recruitment.