Back to search
Job DetailsJob Location: FORESTVILLE, CA 95436Position Type: InternshipSalary Range: $22.00 - $22.00 Hourly Reports to: Marketing & Communications Manager Status: Part-time Internship (approximately 90 hours per semester) Compensation: $22 per hour Benefits: This position is not eligible for benefits Organization Description Food For Thought (FFT) is a nonprofit that fosters health and healing with food and compassion. Our life-sustaining, comprehensive services include weekly groceries and medically tailored meals, vitamins and supplements, and nutrition education to Sonoma County residents impacted by a range of serious medical conditions. Located in Forestville in a beautiful building surrounded by organic gardens, FFT operates with a staff of 26 and over 800 active volunteers. Our agency operates with a culture of philanthropy, in which there is tremendous involvement by board, staff, and volunteers to support our fundraising efforts. The values of community, healing, excellence, and kindness are deeply ingrained in the culture of the agency, which seeks to provide both food and love to our clients. Position Summary The Marketing & Social Media Intern supports the Marketing & Communications Manager in developing and executing digital content that amplifies Food For Thought’s mission, programs, and community impact. This internship offers hands-on experience in nonprofit marketing, digital storytelling, and social media strategy. The intern will assist in creating engaging multimedia content, monitoring social media trends, and supporting campaign execution across multiple platforms. This role is ideal for a student or emerging professional interested in nonprofit communications, digital marketing, or social media management. Key Responsibilities Social Media Content & Campaigns Assist with planning and executing social media campaigns across platforms including Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, and YouTube Create engaging digital content including short-form videos, graphics, captions, and stories Help maintain a consistent brand voice and visual identity across all social platforms Content Management & Publishing Schedule and publish posts using social media management tools such as Buffer and Meta Business Suite Support the development of editorial calendars and campaign timelines Trend Monitoring & Engagement Research emerging social media trends, cultural conversations, and platform features to help inform content strategy Assist with community engagement and identifying opportunities to expand reach and visibility Partnership & Outreach Support Support influencer outreach and assist with coordinating partnership opportunities that align with FFT’s mission Analytics & Reporting Track social media performance metrics and assist in preparing analytics reports Help evaluate campaign effectiveness and recommend improvements Paid Social Media Provide support for paid social media advertising campaigns, including content preparation and monitoring performance QualificationsQualifications Current college student or recent graduate in marketing, communications, media studies, or a related field preferred Interest in nonprofit communications, digital storytelling, and social media strategy Familiarity with major social media platforms, including Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, YouTube, and TikTok Basic skills in content creation (video, graphics, or photography) preferred Strong writing skills with the ability to craft clear and engaging captions Organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple tasks Creative thinker with a willingness to learn and contribute ideas Learning Opportunities This internship provides valuable real-world experience in nonprofit marketing and communications, including: Digital storytelling for mission-driven organizations Social media campaign development and analytics Content creation for multiple platforms Brand voice and nonprofit messaging strategy
Learn more about this Employer on their Career Site
