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Communication Intern

Churches for Middle East Peace
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Job Description: Communication Intern


This position reports to the Communications Coordinator. The communication intern at Churches for Middle East Peace (CMEP) will have the opportunity to:

  • Get hands-on experience in outward facing writing
  • Research in and around the Middle East
  • Assist in projects, events, and curating resources that amplify CMEP's mission.
     

Responsibilities:

Website Management:

  • Update the "CMEP in the News" segment regularly to reflect the latest press and media coverage.
  • Edit and update CMEP’s Issues Page, including content related to topics such as the occupation of the West Bank, the Armenian Quarter, country profiles, and other key issues.

Content Creation and Editing:

  • Collaborate with the Communications Coordinator to write and edit informative, engaging, and mission-aligned content for CMEP’s website, social media, and other platforms.
  • Support the Communications Coordinator in writing statements and press releases
  • Research and develop content for specific projects and campaigns, ensuring accuracy and alignment with CMEP’s messaging.

Prayers for Peace Blog (P4P):

  • Manage and edit submissions to CMEP’s Prayers for Peace (P4P) blog.
  • Curate, schedule, and publish blog posts that inspire prayerful engagement with peace and justice issues in the Middle East.

Project and Event Support:

  • Work closely with the Communication Coordinator to facilitate CMEP projects, campaigns, and events.
  • Provide logistical and administrative support for communication-related initiatives as needed.

 

Desired Skills:

  • Strong writing, editing, and research skills.
  • High attention to detail
  • Proficiency in web content management systems (e.g., WordPress) is a plus/ willingness to learn.
  • Experience with social media platforms and digital communication strategies.
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and manage multiple tasks efficiently.
  • Passion for advocacy, interfaith collaboration, and Middle East peace issues.
     

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Churches for Middle East Peace (CMEP) is a coalition of 35+ Church communions and organizations working to encourage U.S. policies that actively promote just, lasting and comprehensive resolutions to conflicts in the Middle East. CMEP helps church organizations, leaders, and individuals nationwide advocate in a knowledgeable, timely, holistic, and effective way to express their concerns about justice and peace for all peoples in the Middle East. Learn More.