COMMUNICATIONS INTERNSHIP

COMMUNICATIONS INTERNSHIP

The way in which the world runs is becoming increasingly reliant upon technology. In order to raise awareness about sexual violence and exploitation, we as a charity have to communicate this through technology and social media.  We are looking for innovative students who want to make a positive societal impact through communications and media, enabling us to partner with other organisations, engage with the general public and reach women.

This is an excellent opportunity if you are keen to unleash your creativity.

The way in which the world runs is becoming increasingly reliant upon technology. In order to raise awareness about sexual violence and exploitation, we as a charity have to communicate this through technology and social media.  We are looking for innovative students who want to make a positive societal impact through communications and media, enabling us to partner with other organisations, engage with the general public, and reach women.

This is an excellent opportunity if you are keen to unleash your creativity.

APPLICATIONS  FOR COMMUNICATION INTERNSHIPS ARE NOW OPEN

Role Description

 

Our Interns gain skills and knowledge in how StreetlightUK provides support to women involved in prostitution, exploitation and modern day slavery.

As a Communications Intern at StreetlightUK, you will be involved in managing our social media platforms, having the opportunity to expand and solidify our online presence, our website, and our monthly news updates. In addition, you will have the opportunity to become well-informed about awareness days, news and legislation changes concerning sexual exploitation, trafficking, and grooming. As we are a non-profit charity, this role is unpaid but we will cover the cost of travelling when appropriate.

*We also reserve the right to close applications early if we find a suitable candidate before the deadline.

Role Description

Our Interns gain skills and knowledge in how StreetlightUK provides support to women involved in prostitution, exploitation and modern day slavery.

As a Communications Intern at StreetlightUK, you will be involved in managing our social media platforms, having the opportunity to expand and solidify our online presence, our website, and our monthly news updates. In addition, you will have the opportunity to become well-informed about awareness days, news and legislation changes concerning sexual exploitation, trafficking, and grooming. As we are a non-profit charity, this role is unpaid but we will cover the cost of travelling when appropriate.

*We also reserve the right to close applications early if we find a suitable candidate before the deadline.

Experience

Experience

  • Experience in communicating and organising with a variety of staff.
  • Experience of working in the UK charity sector (Desirable).
  • Experience in creating social media content or controlling a social media account.
  • Knowledge of key issues for those involved in prostitution and the sex trade. (Desirable).
  • Good oral and written communication skills, especially when discussing such sensitive issues, where language and wording are important.

Qualifications

Qualifications

  • Graduate or in the process of being educated to degree level or equivalent, and/or looking to apply for an internship within their placement year (Essential).
  • Industry specific training (Desirable).

Essential Skills, Duties, and Personal Expectations

Essential Skills, Duties, and Personal Expectations

Duties may be modified based on individual student learning needs.

Your responsibilities as a Communication Intern will involve:

  • Updating, redesigning elements, and creating new pages across our platforms and website using WordPress and Microsoft Office.
  • Knowledge of how to use sites such as Canva for creating social media posts and other marketing material, such as flyers.
  • Participating in team meetings, training, fundraisers, and events across our service, where you will be involved in documenting the events on social media by taking photographs and engaging with the public.
  • Raising awareness across our platforms using your creativity and innovative skills to design and create appropriate content that highlights the relevance of our work, whilst adhering to brand guidelines.
  • Using Meta Business Suite to schedule posts ahead of time according to a pre-planned and pre-approved calendar. Strategically using social media platforms to monitor engagement to receive the best outcomes of interaction online.
  • Prioritising various deadlines and keeping your Trello Board (management system) organised and up to date.

 

Additionally, your personal expectations should include:

  • Carrying out your role to the best of your ability, embracing the values of StreetlightUK.
  • Upholding the policies and standards of service delivery when carrying out your role, work only within the boundaries and training for your role.
  • Keeping up-to-date with information related to your volunteering role(s) through internal communications, training and meetings.
  • Having regular dialogue with your supervisor to discuss your work experience at StreetlightUK.
  • Behaving responsibly regarding your own and others’ safety.
  • Acting in a non-discriminatory and inclusive manner.
  • Keeping client information confidential and secure, in line with our data protection policy and confidentiality policy and procedures.
  • Keeping your personal data such as contact details up to date on our database or via your supervisor.
  • Enjoying your work experience with us.

 

To begin the application process, this form needs to be completed by you (the applicant) and sent to info@streetlight.uk.com.

Additionally, you will need to attach a CV and cover letter to the same email address. Once you have sent your application form, we will email you letting you know that we have successfully received your application and will consider you for the available role.

STREETLIGHTUK COMMUNICATIONS INTERN APPLICATION FORM