ABOUT PER SCHOLAS:
For nearly 30 years, Per Scholas has been on a mission to drive equity and opportunity in the ever-advancing technology landscape by unlocking the untapped potential of individuals, uplifting communities, and meeting the needs of employers through rigorous tech training. By teaming up with dynamic employer partners, ranging from Fortune 500 companies to innovative startups, we're forging inclusive tech talent pipelines, fulfilling an ever-increasing need for skilled talent. With national remote training and campuses in 20+ cities and counting, Per Scholas offers no-cost training programs in the most sought-after tech skills, spanning Cloud, Cybersecurity, Data Engineering, IT Support, Software Engineering, and more. To date, 25,000+ individuals have been trained through Per Scholas, propelling their professional trajectories into high-growth tech careers with salaries three times higher than their pre-training earnings. Learn more by visiting PerScholas.org and follow us on LinkedIn, X, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.
Creative and Social Media Intern
Are you passionate about creativity, social media, and making an impact? Join our team as a Creative and Social Media Intern and gain hands-on experience in marketing, graphic design, and digital storytelling. This is an exciting opportunity to build your portfolio, expand your skill set, and work alongside a dynamic team. We’re seeking an enthusiastic and creative intern who is eager to learn, experiment, and contribute fresh ideas.
What You’ll Gain:
- Real-World Experience: Work on meaningful projects that will be seen across digital and print platforms.
- Portfolio Growth: Create a diverse range of design work to showcase your skills.
- Mentorship & Networking: Collaborate with professionals in the field and receive guidance from our Marketing & Communications team.
- Skill Development: Gain expertise in Canva, social media management, branding, and more!
Hours: 20 hours per week, typically 3 to 4 days a week.
Your Responsibilities:
Graphic Design, Branding, Social Media & Digital Content
- Design high-quality, visually appealing graphics for both print and digital use.
- Design user-friendly Canva templates for easy content creation.
- Update website pages to ensure consistency with our brand.
- Maintain brand guidelines across all materials to ensure a cohesive identity.
- Assist in managing our presence on social media channels by creating graphics, writing copy, and scheduling posts.
Collaboration & Project Management
- Work closely with our team to bring messaging concepts to life through marketing materials.
- Assist with editing and proofreading to ensure high-quality content.
- Support campaign planning and content strategy with innovative ideas.
- Stay organized and manage multiple projects while meeting deadlines.
What You Bring to the Team:
- A resume and portfolio showcasing your creativity (required).
- Experience in Canva (Adobe Creative Cloud is a plus!).
- A laptop capable of running Adobe Creative Cloud applications.
- Strong attention to detail and excellent time management skills.
- A passion for branding, design, and storytelling.
- The ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
QUESTIONS?
If you have any questions about this role, please feel free to email our Talent team at jobs@perscholas.org. We look forward to viewing your application!
Equal Employment Opportunity
We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin.