Marketing & Communications Intern

Connections for Abused Women and their Children

Connections for Abused Women and their Children, formerly Chicago Abused Women Coalition, is committed to ending domestic violence. Using a self-help, empowerment approach, we provide a shelter for women and children, and counseling, advocacy, and a 24-hour hotline for people affected by domestic violence. We work for social change through education, service collaboration and institutional advocacy.

CAWC is a 501 (c) 3 designated nonprofit organization, staffed by a team of multi-cultural, bilingual professionals, volunteers, student interns and governed by a volunteer member Board of Directors who represent a variety of business and community interests. CAWC has an annual operating budget of approximately $1.7 million. CAWC enjoys a broad base of support from government, corporations, foundations, United Way and individual contributions as well as special event revenues.

CAWC has a long history of service and advocacy for abused women and their children. Over the years, CAWC has evolved in response to changing needs. To reflect the expanded scope of its current services and its goals for the future, CAWC changed its name from Chicago Abused Women Coalition to Connections for Abused Women and their Children, retaining its highly recognizable acronym of CAWC in 2008.

CAWC continues to be a recognized leader in the domestic violence field; active in coalitions and advocacy groups in the City and the State. It is known throughout Chicago for its emphasis on bi-cultural, bilingual services. Connections for Abused Women and their Children is a member of the Illinois Coalition Against Domestic Violence and the Metropolitan Chicago Battered Women’s Network.

http://www.cawc.org

Position Details

Marketing & Communications Intern
Internship
Part-time
4/25/2018
Chicago Illinois
Chicago, IL

Under the direction of the Development Director, the Marketing & Communications intern will help promote CAWC in creating content for various communications channels, which directly contribute to increasing the organization’s visibility to various stakeholders. The intern will participate in a variety of activities as noted below and will gain exposure into brand awareness, as well as assist in positively impacting CAWC’s revenue and referrals. This is a wonderful opportunity for someone who is interested in a career in marketing and communications and has a commitment to our mission and our goal of ending domestic violence.

Responsibilities:

  • Review current marketing and communication initiatives to ensure consistent branding and voice in both internal and external communications 
  • Create a strategic marketing and communications plan to further CAWC’s mission 
  • Manage CAWC’s website presence and develop web content 
  • Identify and create new communication strategies 
  • Develop an updated media list, write press releases, and pitch stories to local and national media 
  • Maintain ongoing updates of CAWC’s social media accounts 
  • Design marketing and communication plan for all CAWC events, specifically CAWC’s signature event, Sounds of Silence (SOS) 
  • Work on copywriting projects including but not limited to brochures, e-newsletters, direct mail appeals, and annual reports 
  • Attend Communication meetings, as requested

Qualifications:

  • Excellent time management skills with the ability to organize and multi-task 
  • Commitment to CAWC’s mission and social change in the area of violence against women 
  • Ability to work effectively with a diverse group of individuals 
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (required) and Adobe Creative Suite or other design program (preferred) 
  • Someone who can work independently, as well as with a team 
  • Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills and a good sense of humor

Education & Experience:

  • Undergraduate or graduate student pursuing a degree in marketing, communications, nonprofit management, or similar area of study

This is an unpaid internship position with works hours and length of internship to be determined.


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