Department of Communication - Non-profit Internships

FIRM: Advocates for Bartow’s Children
LOCATION: PO Box 446, Cartersville, GA 30120
Ph 770-387-1143
POSITION: PR/Special Events Intern
DESCRIPTION: ABC is located 20 minutes north of campus and offers services including a shelter for at-risk children, child abuse prevention programs, family retreats, teen pregnancy prevention and Court Appointed Special Advocates. Intern will assist with special events fundraisers, including Duck Derby, Gardent Tour, Children’s Ball. Assist with corporate contacts, publicity, prize acquisition, newsletters, volunteer coordination.
SALARY: none
HOURS: Flexible
INTERESTED: Send cover letter, resume, writing samples to Patricia Eagar, Executive Director and call for an appointment. Patty@bartowschild.org.

FIRM: Ad Engine LLC
LOCATION: Atlanta, GA
DESCRIPTION: Write news releases, create short articles about entrepreneurship, franchising, small business operations. Materials used for company newsletter, blog and website. Telecommute possible for right person.
QUALIFICATIONS: Interest in small business and professional communications. Must have a desire to learn.
HOURS: 10-19 per week.
SALARY: Inquire
INTERESTED? Contact Matt Biskup, chief marketing officer. Telephone 770-391-2080 or EMAIL mbiskup@franchiseopportunities.com

FIRM: American Diabetes Association
LOCATION: Three Corporate Square, Suite 120, Atlanta, GA 30329-2012,ph: 404-320-7100 x3083
POSITION: Public Relations Internship
DESCRIPTION: Write press releases, PSAs, and other media materials, assist with event marketing, market research, web development, calendar of events publicity.
SALARY: None
HOURS: Inquire
INTERESTED: Contact Senior Marketing and Communications Director, 404-320-7100 x3083

FIRM: American Heart Association
LOCATION: 1101 Northchase Parkway, Suite 1, Marietta, GA 30067 Ph: 678-385-2025
POSITION: Communications Intern
DESCRIPTION: Assist with press releases, newsletter development, website content and media relations. Excellent hands-on experience in a professional environment. Excellent written and verbal skills, strong editing, computer and organizational skills needed.
SALARY: None
HOURS: 10-19/wk
INTERESTED: Send resume and 2-3 writing samples to Communications Internship at address above or email to resumes.southeast@heart.org . Include “communications internship” in subject line.

FIRM : American Jewish Committee
LOCATION: 6 Piedmont Centre, Suite 510, Atlanta, GA 30305 ph 404-233-5501
POSITION: Public Relations Intern
DESCRIPTION: Draft external communications including media alerts and press releases, create press kits, update media contact list, assist internal communications and website, undertake special projects as needed. Strong written & verbal skills needed.
SALARY: None
HOURS: 10-19/wk
INTERESTED: Contact Judy Marks

FIRM: American Kidney Fund
LOCATION: 7 Dunwoody Park, Suite 121, Dunwoody, GA 30338 ph 770-395-6211
POSITION: Administration/Special Events Intern
DESCRIPTION: Maintain databases for tracking donations; assist with correspondence to donors and logistical organization and promotion of annual regional events. One-year commitment to internship required. Computer proficiency with Word and Excel, ability to work with minimum supervision needed.
HOURS: 20/wk
INTERESTED: Contact Elizabeth Webster, SE Regional Director, seakf@bellsouth.net

FIRM: Anti-Prejudice Consortium
LOCATION: 3154 Northside Parkway, NW, Atlanta, GA 30327 678-547-0084
POSITION: PR Intern
DESCRIPTION: Assist with September Power Over Prejudice Summit, incluing developing media list, writing press materials, developing PR campaign. Prefer students who have completed News Reporting and 2 PR classes, should have interest in working in nonprofits.
SALARY: None
HOURS: 10-19
INTERESTED: Send cover letter and resume and call for appointment. Contact: Richard Welch (former KSU Comm Dept. faculty member) apcwelch@charter.net.

FIRM: Atlanta Neighborhood Development Partnership
LOCATION: 235 Peachtree Street NE, Suite 2000 - 20th Floor, Atlanta, GA
30308, 404-522-2637
POSITION: External Affairs Intern
DESCRIPTION: The mission of Atlanta Neighborhood Development Partnership (ANDP) is to promote the concept and implement the development of mixed income communities that result in equitable distribution of affordable housing throughout the metropolitan Atlanta region. The successful candidate will be an undergraduate (3rd year or higher preferred) or graduate student pursuing a public administration, public policy, or nonprofit administration career. This intern opportunity will give the student considerable introductory experience in fundraising research, grant writing, fundraising database management, media relations, marketing and events management. The successful candidate will have an interest and desire to learn more about the fundraising and public relations aspect of nonprofit management.
SALARY: $1,000 per term
HOURS: 20 hours week/ 15 weeks
INTERESTED: Call to see if any internships are currently open. If so, you will be encouraged to send a cover letter, resume, writing samples to George S. Burgan, External Affairs Manager at the address above or emailed to gburgan@andpi.org.

FIRM: The Atlanta Opera
LOCATION: 728 West Peachtree St., NW Atlanta GA 30308, ph: 404-881-8801
POSITION: Development, Production and Marketing.
Salary: None
HOURS: Flexible
INTERESTED: Contact Robin Georgion, Director of Corporate Support & Promotions:
robin@atlantaopera.org

FIRM: Arthritis Foundation - Ga. chapter
LOCATION: 550 Pharr Rd., Suite 550, AtIanta, GA 30305; ph: 404-237-8771 x229
POSITION: Program and Outreach Intern
DESCRIPTION: Assist in the prepatation of Health Fairs, Aquatics, Fibromyalgia Aquatics Foundation Exercise Program and Arthritis Self-Help instructor training courses. Attend various health fairs as a representative of th Arthritis Foundation. Assist with related administrative duties. Assist with literature invoice. Assist with data entry using Team Approach database (training provided.) Assist with other duties assigned by Director of Programs and Community Outreach.
QUALIFICATION: Must have the ability to multi-task and work independently. Desired candidate should have adequate transportation with valid car insurance. Must be knowledgeable in Microsoft Word and Excel.
SALARY: None
HOURS: 20-29/wk
INTERESTED: Contact Andera Collins, Director of Programs and Community Outreach, acollins@arthritis.org
hlytle@arthristis.org.

FIRM: Atlanta History Center
QUARTER NEEDED: Spring and Summer
LOCATION: 130 West Paces Ferry Road, NW, Atlanta,GA 30305-1356
POSITION: Non-paid Internship
DESCRIPTION: Assist with development and implementation of public relation plans, assist media visiting the center, respond to media inquiries, write press releases, make media contacts and track media placement.
INTERESTED: Send resume, cover letter, and writing samples for consideration.

FIRM: Blind and Low Vision Services of North Georgia
LOCATION: 3830 South Cobb Dr., Suite 125, Smyrna, GA 30080
POSITION: PT Public Relations Coordinator
DESCRIPTION: Duties include planning and coordinating an annual public education and public relations program for Blind and Low Vision Services of North Georgia in Smyrna. The person also is the key contact person for the Drive for Sight program through DHR-Division of Public Health.
SALARY: Inquire
INTERESTED: Send resumes to: Executive Director, Blind and Low Vision Services of North Georgia, 3830 South Cobb Dr., Suite 125, Smyrna, GA 30080. Send email resume to mknouff@blvsgeorgia.org

FIRM: Cystic Fibrosis Foundation
LOCATION: Internship Program, 2302 Parklake Dr., NE, Suite 210, Atlanta, GA 30345, ph: 404-325-6973, modom@cff.org
POSITION: Intern
QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants must be currently enrolled in a university. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, Time management, Strong communications skills, Ability to work autonomously, Reliable transportation, Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends for special events.
DESCRIPTION: Interns will support Directors of Special Events on Fall 2006 campaigns which may include: 65 Roses Sweatshirt Ball (www.65rosesball.com), GREAT STRIDES, On Track for a Cure, Wine Opener, Red Bone Fishing Tournaments, Cure Finders, Ultimate TailGate, and/or Bowl for Breath. Specific projects will be assigned on an event basis and may include: 1. Non-Profit Administration 2. Event Planning 3. Layout and Design of Event Collateral 4. Marketing and PR Campaigns 5. Auction Planning 6. Volunteer Management.
SALARY: Inquire
HOURS: Weekly schedule to be determined
INTERESTED: Email or fax resume and letter of application to modom@cff.org
FAX: 404-325-7921

FIRM : The Equality Foundation of Georgia, Inc.
LOCATION: 1379 Tullie Road , Atlanta , GA 30347 Ph: 404-327-9898 Fax: 404-327-9897
POSITION: Communications, Development and Political Interns
DESCRIPTION: Georgia Equality is the educational and political advocacy voice of Georgia’s Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgendered community. Georgia Equality lobbies state and local government on LGBT issues; educates the public; participates in election campaigns, organizes volunteers. Communications intern will assist with media relations, newsletter, advertising, polling and message development. Development intern will assist in fundraising, membership, and educational outreach campaigns. Political intern will research issues, assist with voter campaigns, speaking tours and manage voter database.
SALARY: none
HOURS: Full or part-time
INTERESTED: Send cover letter and resume to Chuck Bowen, Executive Director. Chuckbowen@georgiaequality.org.

FIRM: Fernbank Museum of Natural History
LOCATION: 767 Clifton Road, Atlanta, GA 30307 Ph 404-929-6300
POSITION: Marketing & Communications Intern
DESCRIPTION: Assist with day-to-day marketing and public relations activities. Maintain media clips, assist with publicity mailings, assemble press kits, develop story ideas, writing and editing, participate in department meetings, assist with special events and other projects as needed.
SALARY: None
HOURS: 10-15/wk
INTERESTED: Send cover letter, resume and two writing samples to Lisa Bunce or email human.resources@fernbank.edu

FIRM: Fernbank Museum of Natural History
LOCATION: 767 Clifton Road, NE Atlanta, GA 30307; Ph: 404-370-8087
POSITION: Marketing & PR Intern
DESCRIPTION: Maintain media clip book, assist with publicity mailings, assemble press kits, develop and pitch story ideas to media, write publicity materials. Must be detail-oriented, able to handle multiple projects, have strong writing and/or design skills.
SALARY: None
HOURS: 10-15/wk
INTERESTED: Send cover letter, resume and 2 writing samples to Deanna Smith, at address above or email to Deanna.smith@fernbank.edu

FIRM: Georgia Commission on the Holocaust
LOCATION: 1000 Chastain Rd. Kennesaw, GA 30144
POSITION: Intern
QUALIFICATIONS: College Student with an interest in non-profit management.
DESCRIPTION: Provide support to the Anne Frank exhibit by serving as an Assistant Coordinator, decent, exhibit greeter. Major project includes the compilation of materials for an Exhibit Coordinator Handbook.
SALARY: N/A
HOURS: 20-29hrs/wk
INTERESTED: Debra Day, dday13@kennesaw.edu, ph: 678-797-2083

FIRM: Georgia Partnership for Excellence in Education
LOCATION: Peachtree Center Complex- 233 Peachtree St., Suite 2000- located on MARTA line
POSITION: PR Intern
DESCRIPTION: Newsletter preparation; writing; media coordination; Web site maintenance (posting of stories, updating); story research; general office assignments.
SALARY: Unpaid
INTERESTED: Send resume’ to bmaddox@gpee.org. Will require interview and writing samples.

FIRM: Girl Talk
LOCATION: 3400 Peachtree Road, Suite 1750, Atlanta, GA 30144 ph: 404-442-5605
POSITION: Communications Intern
DESCRIPTION: Intern will be working together with the founder, marketing, and public relations teams to plan annual fundraiser, design bi-monthly newsletter, assist President in major corporate sponsorship” pitches and help with maintaining information for monthly updates of the Web site
SALARY: None
HOURS: Inquire
INTERESTED: Haley Kirkpatrick, haley@desiretoinspire.org, ph: 229-349-3747

FIRM: Heritage Sandy Springs
LOCATION: 135 Hilderbrand Drive, Atlanta, GA 30328, Ph: 404-851-1328 www.heritagesandysprings.org
POSITION: 1) Special Events Intern 2) PR Intern
DESCRIPTION: Special events intern will help coordinate the Sandy Springs Festival, an annual arts & crafts festival that attracts 25,000 visitors and is the primary fundraiser for Heritage Sandy Springs. PR intern will write articles, pitch ideas to media and assist with online marketing. Requires 2.8 GPA, strong time management, computer and communication skills, interest in special events and nonprofits. Design software knowledge a plus.
SALARY: $500 stipend
HOURS: 20-29/wk
INTERESTED: Send cover letter & resume to Megan Webb, Special Events Director. PR intern should also send writing samples. Email: info@sandyspringsfestival.com

FIRM: Institute on Philanthropy & Volunteer Service
LOCATION: 1706 New Hampshire Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20009 ph: 202-986-0384
POSITION: Nonprofit internships/summer course
SALARY: Scholarships available
HOURS: Fulltime summer
DESCRIPTION: Premier summer program for students interested in volunteerism and nonprofit careers. Take courses on philanthropy and volunteerism at Gerogetown University and hold internship with nonprofit org., attend presentations by leading nonprofit sector figures and participate in service projects. 35-40 students will be chosen; 1/2 receive scholarships.
SALARY: Scholarships available
HOURS: Full-time summer
INTERESTED: Applications deadline is mid-March. Detailed info and applications available at www.ipvs.org. Questions? Contact Ms. Shane Goldsmith at sgoldsmith@tfas.org

FIRM: Literacy Volunteers of Atlanta (LVA)
LOCATION: Decatur, GA
POSITION: Public Relations Intern
DESCRIPTION: Duties include, but are not limited to: Supporting community relations programs, events and activities. Supporting in the preparation of internal and external communications, coordinating and preparing materials for media briefings, as needed, including preparing press kits, signage, articles and new releases, talking and relaying accurate messages, expediting outgoing faxes and distributing incoming faxes.
HOURS: 10-29/wk.
SALARY: None
INTERESTED: Send resume to Colette Dumas at exdir@lvama.org
TERMS: All

FIRM: Make a Wish Foundation
LOCATION: 1230 Johnson Ferry Rd. Suite E40, Marietta, GA 30068
POSITION: Fall Development Intern
QUALIFICATIONS: Detail-Oriented, personable Communications Student seeding professional experience in a non profit organization.
DESCRIPTION: Responsible for assisting the development officer in the management of the stories of Light Holiday Campaign and supporting the Director of Program Services in the production of wish stories and family communications.
SALARY: Unpaid
HOURS: 20-40hrs/wk
INTERESTED: Jennifer Correro, jcorrero@ga-al.wish.org, ph: 770-916-9474

FIRM: March of Dimes – Georgia Chapter
LOCATION: 1776 Peachtree St., NW, Suite 100 Atlanta , GA 30309
POSITION: Communications Intern
DESCRIPTION: Write and distribute media alerts, news releases, and sponsorship proposals; maintain media database, media follow-up, PSA distribution and placement, assist with special events.
SALARY: None
HOURS: 20-29/wk
INTERESTED: Submit resume and writing samples to attn: Brittney Gray, Director of Communications and Marketing, bgray@marchofdimes.com . No phone calls or faxes please.

FIRM: Marietta Museum of History
LOCATION: 1 Depot Street, Suite 200, Marietta, GA 30060
ph: 770-528-0431
POSITION: Public Relations Intern
DESCRIPTION: Write newsletters, design advertising, assist in mass mailings, maintain database, plan special events and promotions for new exhibits. Pays stipend of $1,000 for full-time or $500 for part-time (180 hours).
SALARY: See above
HOURS: See above
INTERESTED: Jan Galt

FIRM: Metro Atlanta YMCA
LOCATION: 100 Edgewood Ave., Suite 1100 , Atlanta , GA 30303
Ph 404-267-5335
POSITION: Communications Intern
DESCRIPTION: Assist in implementing communications and related activities to maintain and increase awareness and support of YMCA. Write news releases, assist with publications, communications pieces and website, special events, and media relations. Excellent writing skills, independent self-starter needed.
SALARY: Stipend - inquire
HOURS: 20/wk
INTERESTED: Send cover letter, resume and 2 writing samples to Kristen Obaranec, Communications Director. Email: kristeno@ymcaatlanta.org

FIRM: Metro Atlanta YMCA
LOCATION: 100 Edgewood Ave, NE, Suite 1100 Atlanta, GA 30303 ph: 404-267-5335
POSITION: Public Relations Intern
DESCRIPTION: Writing, editing, media relations and special events planning. Strong writing and organizational skills needed.
SALARY: Stipend-inquire HOURS: 20/wk
INTERESTED: Send resume, cover letter plus 2 writing samples to attn: Kristen Obaranec. Fax: 404-527-7693

FIRM: North American Mission Board
LOCATION: 4200 North Point Parkway, Alpharetta, GA 30102, ph: 770-410-6000,
POSITION: Intern
DESCRIPTION: Primary responsibilities of the intern will include public speaking, media interviews relevant to Apologetic/ministry topics, as well as research, writing, and editing of articles and other materials.
SALARY: none
HOURS: 20hrs/wk
INTERESTED: Tal Davis, tdavis@namb.net, ph: 770-410-6000

FIRM: Northwest Georgia Girl Scout Council
LOCATION:100 Edgewood Ave., Suite 1100, Atlanta,Ga 30335
POSITION: Paid Internship
DESCRIPTION: Position requires excellent writing skills and proficiency with Macintosh.
INTERESTED: Send resume, one letter of recommendation, writing samples.
ATTN: Judi Borgo, APR
QUARTER NEEDED: FALL

FIRM: Planned Parenthood of Georgia
LOCATION: 75 Piedmont Avenue, Suite 800, Atlanta, GA 30303
POSITION: Legislative Internship
DESCRIPTION: This internship is great for someone interested in women’s issues and the legislative process, and plans to have a career in non-profit agencies, politics, public policy, public affairs, or government relations.
SALARY: Unpaid
HOURS: Inquire
INTERESTED: Carol.Dixon@ppfa.org

FIRM: Single Parent Connection
LOCATION: Atlanta, GA
POSITION: Intern
DESCRIPTION: We need someone to write Public Service Announcements for them on a volunteer basis. This would be a way for a student going into PR to build up his/her resume.
SALARY: Inquire
INTERESTED: singleparent@bellsouth.net

WHAT: Spring and summer internship opportunities at United Way in Cobb County.
LOCATION: Marietta, GA
DESCRIPTION: Internships assisting with all phases of projects such as donor engagement, Absolutely Incredible Kids Day and Heart in Hand, etc.
HOURS: Vary depending on projects
SALARY: Inquire
CONTACT: Rebecca L. DeYarman, United Way of Cobb County. Telephone 404-526-8467 or Email rdeyarman@unitedwayatlanta.org.
Organization and Corporate

FIRM: Woodruff Arts Center
LOCATION: 1280 Peachtree St. NE Atlanta, GA 30309
POSITION: Communications Internships
DESCRIPTION: Create and disseminate press releases, maintain clipping/photo archives, plan special events, write for print and web site, escort media personalities, on behalf of High Museum, Alliance Theatre & Atlanta Symphony.
SALARY: Stipend available
HOURS: Inquire
INTERESTED: Contact Human Resources Dept. - Elleuse Luke
QUARTER NEEDED: ALL

FIRM: YMCA of Cobb County
LOCATION: 470 Sessions Street NW, Marietta, GA, 30060
POSITION: Communications Intern
DESCRIPTION: Help maintain and increase awareness and support of YMCA membership benefits and program through news and feature materials, publications and promotional materials and special events. PR students with excellent writing and editing skills and MS Word and Outlook desired. Knowledge of desktop design with Quark Xpress on Mac a big plus.
SALARY: Stipend
HOURS: 10-19/wk
INTERESTED: Send resume, cover letter and writing samples to Sara Rohde, Mktg. & Comm Director. sarar@ymcacobb.org.