Marketing Communications Intern in Phoenix, Arizona at Girls Scouts - Arizona Cactus Pine Council

The Marketing Communications Intern will support GSACPC’s marketing, communications, and outreach initiatives while gaining hands-on experience in nonprofit marketing, content creation, and copywriting. This paid, 25-hour-per-week internship works closely with the marketing team.

Reports to: Sr. Director, MarCom

FLSA Status: Part-Time, Non-Exempt

Essential Functions

Assignments are based on team priorities and seasonal needs.

• Draft social media content that aligns with the Girl Scout brand (voice, design, tone, etc.).
• Draft and/or edit marketing materials, emails, Girl Scout Connections magazine articles and website copy.
• Assist with storytelling efforts by gathering program updates, participant stories, photos, and testimonials.
• Monitor social media engagement and compile basic performance reports.
• Support content creative projects, event promotion and community outreach efforts.
• Perform other marketing and communications duties as assigned.

Critical Culture Competencies

• Learning/growth mindset – a love of learning, desire to develop skills and abilities through self-motivation and resilience essential to great accomplishment.
• Strong work ethic – willingness to stay on top of responsibilities. Comfortable with setting priorities and working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven and partially remote environment. The entire team knows you will do what you commit to and what is asked of you. Function well independently and in team environment.
• Creativity and an understanding of engaging content – enthusiastically ideate and develop stories.
• Organization & planning – set priorities and hold accountabilities. Strong attention to detail and follow-through.
• Resourcefulness and taking initiative – identify what needs to happen or questions to ask, help keep others on track, continuously improve skills, and broaden experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a degree program in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Nonprofit Management, or a related field.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Familiarity with major social media platforms and digital marketing best practices.
• Basic graphic design skills using tools such as Canva or Adobe Creative Suite preferred.
• Experience with Microsoft Office and Google Workspace.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Passion for nonprofit work and community impact.

Physical Abilities

• Able to lift 25+ lbs., sit at a computer for three consecutive hours, stand for 2+ hours/day, climb stairs daily.
• Able to work evenings and weekends, when necessary.
• Valid AZ driver’s license.