Marketing & Communications Internship (Summer/Fall 2025)

Marketing & Communications Internship (Summer/Fall 2025)
Education Forward Arizona is seeking a social media savvy intern to help amplify our digital marketing and communications strategy.
 

What To Expect

• Internship to begin in June through September 2025 (with possible extension).
• Part-time 20 hours per week.
• Position is onsite at our office in the Phoenix Arcadia area. (Hybrid option available).
• Work collaboratively with a small team of 3; as well as independently.
• Compensation: $20 per hour

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the creation of compelling and relevant content for various marketing channels, including blog posts, social media posts, newsletters, and more.
• Help to generate creative ideas for social media campaigns and initiatives.
• Create graphics for social media using Canva.
• Capture and edit short-form video content for TikTok and IG Reels.
• Assist in social media management, engaging with followers and relevant accounts.
• Take photos and videos as needed.
• Assist with administrative tasks, including research and writing.

Ideal Qualifications

• Undergraduate/graduate student or recent graduate with knowledge and strong interest in communications, public relations, journalism, marketing, film, graphic design or a related field.
• Strong copywriting skills.
• Comfortable making short form video content for TikTok/Reels.
• Basic graphic design skills and proficiency in tools like Canva or Adobe Creative Suite are a plus.
• Enthusiasm for learning and staying up-to-date with trends.
• Strong organizational project management and multitasking abilities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Positive self-starter attitude, creativity, and a willingness to take on new challenges.
• Strong desire to learn and grow from your internship experience.

How to Apply:
Please send a cover letter and resume to Isabel Esquivel, Director of Marketing and Communications to jobs@educationforwardarizona.org.

About the Organization:
Education Forward Arizona is a statewide education advocacy organization dedicated to championing education as the key driver to improving Arizona’s economy and quality of life. Education Forward Arizona serves as the leading voice for promoting the state’s Achieve60AZ education attainment goal and a shared action plan to move the goals of the Arizona Education Progress Meter forward. The organization’s focus also includes mobilizing people and communities to advocate for policies and funding to improve educational outcomes across the Pre-K to postsecondary continuum and providing scholarships and programs that improve postsecondary attainment for Arizona’s diverse student population. Learn more at EducationForwardArizona.org.
The statements in this description represent typical elements, criteria, and general work performed. This is not an exhaustive list of this job's responsibilities, duties, and skills. Education Forward Arizona is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. The organization's firmly held value is that opportunity is not limited by gender, race, class, sexual orientation, disability, or age. All candidates will be evaluated on a merit basis.