Communications and Marketing Intern

PURPOSE: To provide the EdChoice Communications team with data collection and website support.

SUPERVISED BY: Marketing Director

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Data and Analytics Reporting

• Compiling the following data each month:
  • Analytics for all EdChoice social media channels (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and others currently in development);
  • Email open, click-through, delivery and deliverability rates;
  • Earned media placement and reach;
  • Website usage and engagement.
• Ensuring all reports are up-to-date on the server.
• Assisting the team with semi-annual reports to the Board of Directors and reports as requested either by the CEO or Board members.

Communications Support

• Working collaboratively with research and state teams to upload edits/changes required to keep web content up to date.
• Assist communications team building new landing pages for the website, including: blog posts, podcasts, research reports and polls, new program pages, and other new content or campaign-specific pages.

List Building

• There is the possibility that this position could include some basic list-building within our Salesforce CRM to support our email program; this will be determined by the Marketing Director based on the skill level of the Intern.

Qualifications

• High school degree or equivalent with experience in marketing or communications; preferred candidate will be pursuing college degree in marketing or communications.
• Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, and Excel). Basic website coding experience a plus.
• Must be 18 years of age.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Energetic and eager to tackle new projects and ideas.

Applicants should submit a cover letter detailing interest in and support of educational choice and joining EdChoice, resumé, and 1-2 writing samples to carey@EdChoice.org by September 16, 2022.

EdChoice is a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization dedicated to advancing full and unencumbered educational choice as the best pathway to successful lives and a stronger society. EdChoice believes that families, not bureaucrats, are best equipped to make K-12 schooling decisions for their children. The organization works at the state level to educate diverse audiences, train advocates and engage policymakers on the benefits of high-quality school choice programs. EdChoice is the intellectual legacy of Milton and Rose D. Friedman, who founded the organization in 1996.

EdChoice, Inc., is an equal opportunity employer and does not and shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military status, or any status protected by law, in any of its activities or operations. All qualified applicants will receive consideration. We are committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of our staff, subcontractors, and partners.