Social Media Communications Intern

By blending history, ecology, economics and conservation, the Accokeek Foundation teaches about land stewardship and sustainable use of natural resources, as well as interprets the natural and cultural heritage of the Tidewater Potomac.

The National Colonial Farm, the Ecosystem Farm, and other Foundation activitiesexemplify the agricultural, preservation and conservation goals that are at the core of the Foundation's mission and serve as an outdoor campus to further the educational programs that are key to its success.

In partnership with the National Park Service, the Accokeek Foundation stewards a 200-acre portion of Piscataway Park and both organizations seek to preserve the view directly across the Potomac River from Mount Vernon. For more information, visit our website.

Position Overview

Accokeek Foundation is seeking a communications and media-savvy self-starter to intern in the Communications Department at our offices located at Piscataway Park, Accokeek, Maryland. This is an unpaid position, and can be either part-time or full-time. Candidates should be enrolled in or recently graduated from an undergraduate or graduate program in communications, journalism, or related field.

Responsibilities

• The intern position is writing intensive and the intern will be expected to help write and edit pieces for Accokeek Foundation's media and outreach efforts.
• The intern will create dynamic content on various web and social networking platforms.
• The intern will track and compile mentions of Accokeek Foundation and its related programs in multiple media.
• The communications intern should have excellent writing, editing, researching, web publishing, and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Excellent writing, editing, and research skills 
• Creative multimedia content development 
• Strong desire to experiment, brainstorm, and think outside the box 
• Comfort with technology and editing skills 
• Familiarity with various social networking sites 
• Passion for engaging conversations about sustainable agriculture and environmental stewardship practices 
• Excellent interpersonal skills to interact professionally within a diverse community.

To Apply

Please use the email address below to send your resume with samples of your writing and portfolio.