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News and Rapid Response Intern

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GLAAD

Dec 28, 2023

Applications are closed

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Starts on Feb 20
    Off-cycle Internship
  • Media & Journalism
  • New York

Requirements

  • Availability to work up to 30 hours a week
  • Sharp and snappy writer for social media copy (brief, engaging, accurate, positive)
  • Familiarity with all social platforms and GLAAD content
  • Proficient with Google suite
  • Experience with Canva and Photoshop a plus but not required
  • Professional demeanor and appearance
  • Strong organizational skills, ability to manage multiple tasks to meet deadlines, and desire to be a self-starter
  • Ability to work under pressure with tight turnaround
  • Initiative for motivation and problem-solving
  • Inclusivity is a vital part of GLAAD’s work. The skills necessary to create a more diverse and inclusive environment are a plus.
  • Education:
  • The ideal candidate is anyone interested in working with us, a recent graduate or an undergraduate/graduate student in journalism, communications, public relations, marketing, digital media, or other related fields

Responsibilities

  • Will work closely with the News Team and GLAADs Digital Director to identify and elevate GLAAD-generated content, content from equality partners, and news media and original source content (hearings, interviews, live events).
  • Will draft copy in GLAAD voice and style and design compelling accompanying visuals.
  • Will monitor social media to identify content related to LGBTQ people and draft posts with GLAAD resources and suggested social copy.
  • Will suggest and potentially execute innovative social collaborations to expand GLAAD news brand.
  • Performs all other related duties as assigned
  • This is a remote role, but if located in NYC, it will be hybrid and may, at times, function out of the NYC office location.
  • Mandatory workshop sessions will be scheduled. Interns must attend these events. If they cannot participate, they should connect with their managers.
  • Daily check-ins with News Team members, weekly 1:1 meeting with team leadership.
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GLAAD

Government
Industry
11-50
Employees
1984
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

The voice for acceptance. GLAAD rewrites the script for LGBTQ equality. As a dynamic media force, GLAAD tackles tough issues to shape the narrative and provoke dialogue that leads to cultural change. GLAAD protects all that has been accomplished and creates a world where everyone can live the life they love.