Sustaining Way: Marketing and Development Intern 

Organization: Sustaining Way

Location: Greenville, SC

Salary: $700/month (20 hours/week)

Duration: One semester

Join us as a Marketing and Development Intern and bring your passion for sustainability to life! Help shape a greener, stronger community while gaining hands-on experience in nonprofit marketing, community engagement, and development.

What You'll Learn:

  • Community Development: Dive into nonprofit initiatives that foster real, meaningful change at the grassroots level.

  • Marketing Skills: Gain practical experience with marketing strategies, community engagement, and fundraising techniques.

  • Sustainable Practices: Leam to promote sustainability with a focus on food security and climate resilience.

  • Volunteer Management: Support the volunteer coordinator with a team of dedicated volunteers who share your commitment to sustainability.

Your Role & Responsibilities:

  • Collaborate with our Marketing & Development VISTA to boost community engagement via social media, graphic design (using Canva), and engaging video projects.

  • Participate in weekly Monday staff and marketing meetings.

  • Curate weekly Key Performance Indicators.

  • Manage our social media channels by responding to community interactions and generating inspiring daily content.

  • Schedule and organize posts in Meta Business Suite that highlight upcoming events and exciting programs, keeping our audience informed and motivated.

  • Work alongside our Sustainability Education VISTA to curate educational and uplifting posts.

  • Design vibrant infographics in Canva to visually communicate key messages.

  • Capture photos and videos that reflect the spirit and impact of our programs and events.

  • Maintain close connections with community news and share timely updates to foster ongoing engagement.

Qualifications

  • Strong Communication Skills

  • Familiarity with Digital Tools

  • Creativity and Willingness 1o Learn

Ready to Join Us?

If you're excited about making a difference while building professional skills, we encourage you to apply!

We want your creativity, enthusiasm, and dedication to our mission forward.

To Apply:

Send your resume and a brief cover letter to fernanda@sustainingway.com. For questions, contact us at 864-498-9912. We can't wait to meet you!