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Are you a recent HS graduate or undergraduate passionate about social media? Join United Way for Southeastern Michigan as a Part-Time Social Media Intern and immerse yourself in an energetic and professional environment. You'll have the opportunity to craft engaging content and work on exciting projects, such as REEL creation and video editing jobs, that resonate across Detroit and beyond. This internship is perfect for those seeking flexibility, as you can work from home while honing your marketing skills and boosting your social media engagement. At a competitive pay rate of $23.00/hr, you'll gain hands-on experience in a collaborative setting that prioritizes innovation and people-first values.

Your contributions will have a direct impact on our mission, making your work truly meaningful. Don't miss the chance to elevate your career in the dynamic nonprofit sector and apply today!

What is it like to work united? Here at United Way for Southeastern Michigan our employees combine their individual strengths to develop solutions to some of our region's toughest challenges alongside our donors, advocates, volunteers and partners. Join our team as we work collaboratively to impact the communities within southeastern Michigan! For more than 100 years, we've responded to the community's most pressing challenges around children and family, health and the community. Honored with a symbolic or actual "torch drive" each year, our annual campaign has brought thousands of companies and individuals together for a common cause: supporting our Southeastern Michigan communities.

As a Part-Time Social Media Intern at United Way for Southeastern Michigan, you will be at the forefront of driving social media engagement through innovative posts tailored for a variety of platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, BlueSky, LinkedIn, and TikTok. Your experience in creating compelling content and videos will be crucial as you craft eye-catching materials that resonate with our diverse audience. In this role, you'll also have the opportunity to attend some evening and weekend events in the local Detroit community, ensuring that your contributions reflect real-time engagement and connection with the people we serve. This internship promises to be both fulfilling and dynamic, allowing you to further develop your marketing skills while making a positive impact.

To excel as a Part-Time Social Media Intern with United Way for Southeastern Michigan, you should possess a robust set of skills and familiarity with essential tools. Proficiency in content creation is paramount, as you will assist in crafting engaging social media posts using platforms like Sprout Social and Canva. Strong writing and editing skills will enable you to develop compelling captions and maintain professionalism in tone and style. Your creativity will shine through as you design visually appealing graphics and compile videos that align with our brand. Being proactive in community maintenance is essential, as you will monitor and respond to incoming messages while engaging with followers to foster meaningful connections.

Additionally, your understanding of social media trends and best practices will help you brainstorm content ideas that resonate with target audiences. Flexibility to attend local events and collaborate with team members is vital, ensuring you contribute effectively to real-time social media coverage. Finally, a willingness to learn and accept constructive feedback will help enhance your performance and growth in this dynamic role.

Knowledge and skills required for the position are:

Social Content Creation

• Assist in creating and publishing engaging social media content through Sprout Social or directly on social platforms. This includes selecting appropriate photos graphics and videos and crafting compelling and concise captions.
• Collaborate with team members to brainstorm content ideas that align with organizational goals and social media strategies.
• Ensure all content is reviewed and approved to maintain consistency in grammar tone style and professionalism.
• Support the creation of real-time social content during events including reels social videos and stories. This may require occasional in-person attendance
• depending on the event's location and the intern's availability.
• Follow social media outlines and plans to produce content that resonates with target audiences.
• Submit all content for review and approval to ensure alignment with organizational standards.
• Use Canva to design creative graphics and compile videos for social media campaigns.
• Develop visually appealing content that aligns with the brand's style and messaging.
• Submit all designs for feedback and approval to ensure quality and professionalism.

• Monitor and respond to incoming messages across social platforms in a timely and professional manner.
• Escalate inquiries or messages requiring additional information or input to the appropriate team members.
• Sprout Social Smart Inbox Maintenance:
• Use Sprout Social to tag posts by content category for reporting and analysis purposes.
• Engage with followers by retweeting reposting commenting liking and sharing content relevant to the organization's mission.
• Native Mentions Maintenance:
• Track and monitor mentions of the organization on social platforms.
• Engage with users through comments likes and other interactions
• occasionally researching context to provide meaningful responses.

Additional Skills and Requirements:

• Strong writing and editing skills with an understanding of professional and engaging social media copy.
• Familiarity with social media platforms (Instagram Facebook Twitter LinkedIn etc.) and tools like Sprout Social and Canva.
• Creativity attention to detail and a passion for social media trends and best practices.
• Availability to attend local events when necessary with support and guidance from the social media team.
• Open to learning and receiving constructive feedback to enhance skills and performance.

• This internship requires an average of 15 hours per week offering flexibility to accommodate academic schedules or other commitments.
• HS Diploma required; some college coursework preferred; experience in professional social media content creation highly preferred
• Must have Canva software (minimum of 1 year) and some video editing software (such as Cap Cut)

If you have these qualities and meet the basic job requirements, we'd love to have you on our team. Apply now using our online application!