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Marketing & Community Engagement Intern (Midwest Mujeres)

Friends of SJMC & Comm Arts (UW-Madison)
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This role is posted on behalf of Midwest Mujeres, a friend of the UW-Madison Department of Communication Arts and School of Journalism and Mass Communication. Applications submitted through Handshake will not be reviewed. 

 

Midwest Mujeres is seeking a student interested in digital communications, community outreach, and grassroots marketing. The intern will support the promotion of our educational programs and community events through a combination of digital and community-based outreach strategies.

 

Responsibilities may include:

  • Assisting with press release distribution and media outreach
  • Developing word-of-mouth and street marketing strategies
  • Supporting social media engagement, tagging, and boosting content
  • Creating marketing materials using Canva
  • Updating website content through the Wix platform
  • Identifying outreach partners and community connections
  • Assisting with event promotion and audience engagement efforts
  • Supporting community storytelling and communications initiatives

 

Desired skills:

 

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Interest in marketing, communications, nonprofit work, or community engagement
  • Working knowledge of Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Forms, Drive)
  • Working knowledge of Canva for creating digital marketing materials
  • Familiarity with website updates and content management, preferably using Wix (will train the right person)
  • Experience with social media platforms and digital outreach strategies: IG + LI and DM massaging
  • Ability to work independently, manage projects, and meet deadlines
  • Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus, but not required

 

Schedule & location:

  • Approximately 10 hours per week
  • Flexible schedule
  • Hybrid position with remote work and occasional in-person meetings or events in Madison
  • Weekly supervision meetings on Tuesdays with the Executive Director

 

Compensation:

  • $500-$1,000 stipend for the semester

 

Learning opportunities:

 

  • The student will gain hands-on experience in nonprofit marketing, grassroots outreach, community engagement, and digital communications. They will learn how storytelling can be used to build community, increase participation, and support social impact initiatives.
  • The intern will work closely with a Latina-led nonprofit serving women entrepreneurs, storytellers, and community leaders. Students interested in social impact marketing, women’s leadership, entrepreneurship, community storytelling, and nonprofit communications are especially encouraged to apply.
  • The internship also offers opportunities to attend Midwest Mujeres events, networking gatherings, and community programs, providing exposure to local leaders, entrepreneurs, and nonprofit professionals.

 

Application process: Interested students should submit…

 

  • Resume
  • Brief cover letter describing their interest in marketing, communications, or community engagement
  • One sample (choose one):
    • A sample press release promoting a fictional community event, OR
    • A one-page marketing and outreach strategy for a community workshop or nonprofit event.

Note: We are less interested in polished corporate marketing and more interested in a student’s ability to communicate clearly, think creatively, and connect with community audiences.

 

Materials can be emailed to info@midwestmujeres.com. 

Priority application deadline: June 15

 

Selected applicants may be invited to a brief Zoom interview with the Executive

Director to discuss their interests, skills, and learning goals.