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    ACLU-NC Communications Intern - Raleigh, United States - American Civil Liberties Union of North Carolina

    American Civil Liberties Union of North Carolina
    American Civil Liberties Union of North Carolina Raleigh, United States

    2 weeks ago

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    Job Description

    Job DescriptionAbout the ACLU of North CarolinaFounded in 1965, the ACLU of North Carolina (ACLU-NC), an affiliate of the national American Civil Liberties Union, is a private, nonprofit, nonpartisan organization that stands as the state's guardian of liberty – working in courts, the General Assembly, and communities to protect and advance civil rights and civil liberties for all North Carolinians.
    The ACLU-NC brings together litigation, legislative advocacy, communications, and organizing strategies to empower communities and achieve our objectives in major issue areas including criminal law reform, racial justice, LGBTQIA+ equality, reproductive freedom, and the rights of immigrants. With nearly 30,000 members and supporters across the state, the ACLU-NC has a staff of over 20 people with an office in Raleigh.

    The Opportunity
    The ACLU-NC Communications team is seeking one full-time Communications Intern to join our team beginning June 1st through July 31st, 2024. The Communications Intern will work on multi-media communications and public relations projects addressing a wide variety of civil rights issues. The Communications Intern will learn about the responsibilities and daily work of a nonprofit communications department and familiarize themselves with social justice advocacy. Working under the guidance of the Senior Communications Strategist, the Communications Intern will be fully engaged as a member of the Communications team in a hybrid working environment. The Communications Intern will be expected to work Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm, in accordance with our office operating hours. The ACLU-NC is open to partnering with higher education institutions to secure academic credit and/or funding for the ideal candidate.
    Work demands may require travel, and occasional evenings and weekends.
    Key Responsibilities
    • Track current events pertinent to the organization's mission
    • Track media coverage of ACLU issues and initiatives
    • Draft social media content
    • Update the ACLU of North Carolina's website
    • Produce public education materials by conducting research, drafting outlines, building lists, and supporting the distribution of materials
    • Other responsibilities as assigned
    To Be Successful in This Role, the Candidate Will Have
    • Commitment to Mission: Demonstrated commitment to and a strong understanding of civil rights, civil liberties, social justice, and the ACLU-NC's mission, goals, and programs.
    • Commitment to Values: Alignment with the values of the ACLU-NC and professional commitment to advancing them.
    • Commitment to Diversity: Ability to work in an environment that respects differences of race, ethnicity, age, gender, sexual orientation, religion, ability, and socioeconomic circumstances.
    • Research and Writing: Excellent research and writing skills.
    • Communication: Proficient-level ability to communicate and work effectively and respectfully with staff, volunteers, and the general public. Skilled in communicating both orally and in writing.
    • Technical Support: Proficiency with Canva, Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Creative Could, and website content management systems such as Drupal and WordPress.
    • Media Relations: Experience creating advocacy and educational materials including newsletters, content for social media, email alerts, and websites.
    • Self-Management: Self-starter with strong follow-through and the ability to meet deadlines with limited supervision. Attention to detail, excellent organization, and time-management skills.
    • Teamwork: Ability to think creatively and work collaboratively to promote ACLU-NC objectives.
    To Stand Out from Others, You Will Have:
    • Some college education or equivalent experience.
    • Experience with one or more of the ACLU of North Carolina's strategic priority areas: racial justice, immigrants' rights, criminal law reform, gender equity, reproductive freedom, or LGBTQIA+ equality.
    • Fluency in Spanish is a plus but not required.
    What Else You Should KnowYou are welcome here The ACLU-NC is committed to an inclusive work environment that reflects the population that we serve. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and are committed to building an organization where all employees and North Carolinians can be proud. We eagerly anticipate applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, parental status, veteran status, or record of arrest or conviction.CompensationCommunication Interns will receive a stipend allotment of $15/hour, without regard to external funding. Other benefits include:
    • Hybrid work environment.
    • Free on-site parking.
    This is a position that is non-exempt from the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act.
    The ACLU-NC/LF is a unionized employer, and the Communications Intern position is not part of the union bargaining unit. Compensation and benefits are not subject to a collective bargaining agreement.To ApplyApplications should include a cover letter that explains your specific interest in joining the ACLU-NC and addresses why, based on your experience, you will be an effective advocate for social justice in this setting. Your application should also include your resume along with your responses to the application questions.
    Applications may be submitted via this link (ACLU-NC Communications Intern - American Civil Liberties Union of North Carolina - Career Page ) and should include all materials outlined above. Please note that we will only be able to follow up with those candidates under consideration. Applications will be accepted and reviewed on a rolling basis beginning May 2nd, 2024, with priority given to candidates who apply before May 15th, 2024.
    The ACLU-NC is an equal opportunity employer. We value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. Recognizing that strict minimum requirements tend to disproportionately discourage women and people of color from applying for jobs for which they would otherwise be competitive, we encourage all qualified individuals to apply -- especially people of color; women; people from low-income backgrounds; people with disabilities; people who identify as LGBTQIA+; and people who are formerly incarcerated or otherwise directly impacted by the criminal legal system.

    The ACLU-NC and the ACLU-NCLF is an equal opportunity employer. We value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. Recognizing that strict minimum requirements tend to disproportionately discourage women and people of color from applying for jobs for which they would otherwise be competitive, we encourage all qualified individuals to apply -- especially people of color; women; people from low-income backgrounds; people with disabilities; people who identify as LGBTQIA+; and people who are formerly incarcerated or otherwise directly impacted by the criminal legal system.

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