Social Media / Marketing Intern

Position Summary

Celebrate Birthdays is seeking a creative, enthusiastic, and mission-driven Social Media & Marketing Intern to help expand our community outreach and digital presence. This internship offers hands-on experience in nonprofit marketing, social media management, content creation, event promotion, and community engagement and development while making a meaningful difference in the lives of children.

This is an excellent opportunity for a student or recent graduate looking to build a professional portfolio, gain real-world marketing experience, and develop skills in nonprofit communications.

Responsibilities

The Social Media & Marketing Intern will:

• Create engaging content for Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, TikTok, and other social media platforms.
• Assist with planning and maintaining a monthly social media content calendar.
• Capture photos and videos during volunteer events, birthday celebrations, and community outreach activities.
• Design graphics, flyers, and promotional materials using Canva or Adobe Creative Suite.
• Write compelling captions, blogs, newsletters, and marketing copy that highlight Celebrate Birthdays' impact.
• Help promote fundraising campaigns, volunteer opportunities, sponsorships, and special events.
• Research social media trends and recommend creative ideas to increase engagement and brand awareness.
• Assist with email marketing campaigns and website updates.
• Monitor social media engagement and provide basic analytics and reporting.
• Collaborate with staff and volunteers to share inspiring stories that celebrate children and community partners.

Qualifications

We're looking for someone who is:

• Pursuing or recently completed a degree in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Graphic Design, Business, or a related field.
• Passionate about nonprofit work and serving children in the community.
• Creative, organized, and eager to learn.
• A strong writer with excellent communication skills.
• Familiar with social media platforms including Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, and TikTok.
• Comfortable using Canva; experience with Adobe Creative Suite, CapCut, or similar design/video editing tools is a plus.
• Able to work independently while collaborating effectively with a team.
• Detail-oriented and capable of managing multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Skills

• Photography or videography experience.
• Graphic design experience.
• Basic knowledge of social media analytics.
• Experience creating short-form video content (Reels, TikToks, Shorts).
• Familiarity with email marketing platforms such as Mailchimp or Constant Contact.
• Experience with WordPress, Squarespace, or similar website platforms is a plus.

What You'll Gain

As a Social Media & Marketing Intern, you'll have the opportunity to:

• Build a professional marketing portfolio.
• Gain hands-on nonprofit marketing and communications experience.
• Develop content creation, branding, and social media strategy skills.
• Network with community leaders, nonprofit partners, and corporate sponsors.
• Make a lasting impact by helping create joyful birthday experiences for children in need.
• Receive mentorship and professional development throughout the internship.

Schedule

• Flexible hours based on class schedules.
• Approximately 10–20 hours per week.
• Some evenings and weekends may be required for special events and birthday celebrations.

How to Apply

Please submit:

• Resume
• Brief cover letter describing your interest in the internship
• Portfolio or samples of social media, graphic design, photography, or marketing work (if available)

Join Celebrate Birthdays and help us spread joy, inspire our community, and ensure every child feels seen, celebrated, and special on their birthday.