Marketing & Communications Intern in Lanham, Maryland at Opportunities Inc

Opportunities, Inc. seeks to ensure that all people with intellectual and developmental disabilities are provided chances to build a broad range of skills, gain new knowledge, interact with their community and, most importantly, be provided a variety of inclusive opportunities within the communities where they work, recreate, and live. We provide excellence in vocational, social, and adaptive skill development to help adults with disabilities achieve their fullest potential for independence and self-confidence.

Job Summary:

Opportunities, Inc. is seeking a creative, organized, and mission-driven Marketing & Communications Intern to support the organization’s marketing, communications, donor engagement, and community outreach efforts. This internship provides hands-on experience in nonprofit marketing, social media management, fundraising campaigns, event coordination, and storytelling while helping promote inclusive services and opportunities for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD).

The intern will work closely with the Director of Advancement to help share the stories, impact, and programs of Opportunities, Inc. through digital communications, events, and donor engagement initiatives. This is an excellent opportunity for students or emerging professionals interested in nonprofit marketing, communications, public relations, social media, fundraising, or community engagement.

Work Arrangement: Hybrid (Flexible In-Office & Remote Schedule)
Position Type: Internship (Part-Time or Full-Time Based on Availability)

Key Responsibilities

Marketing & Communications

• Assist with creating and scheduling social media content for LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram
• Support development of newsletters and email campaigns through Constant Contact
• Help capture visual content by photographing and filming programs, events, and community activities
• Assist with drafting blogs, website updates, flyers, and promotional materials
• Coordinate with program staff to gather stories, success highlights, employment updates, and community partnership content
• Help maintain content calendars and organize digital assets
• Assist with tracking social media engagement and campaign analytics
• Support website updates and SEO tagging for blog and web content
• Ensure proper photo and media consents are on file prior to publishing content

Donor & Community Engagement

• Assist with donor acknowledgment letters and stewardship communications
• Help maintain donor and outreach records in DonorPerfect
• Support fundraising campaigns, direct mail efforts, and donor outreach activities
• Assist with preparing engagement materials for donors, families, and community partners
• Help coordinate community outreach initiatives and stakeholder communications

Event & Campaign Support

• Support planning and logistics for fundraising events, trainings, community connection events, and outreach activities
• Assist with event setup, registration, photography, vendor coordination, and follow-up communication
• Help track event participation, engagement, and campaign metrics
• Support promotion of advocacy events, family meetings, surveys, and community trainings

Preferred Qualifications

• Current college student or recent graduate in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, Nonprofit Management, Graphic Design, Journalism, or related field
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Familiarity with social media platforms including Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn
• Experience with Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, or other design platforms preferred
• Interest in nonprofit work, disability services, or community engagement
• Organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple tasks
• Comfortable working both independently and collaboratively
• Photography, videography, or content creation experience is a plus

What You’ll Gain

• Hands-on nonprofit marketing and communications experience
• Experience with social media strategy, donor engagement, and event planning
• Portfolio-building opportunities through content creation and campaign support
• Mentorship from nonprofit leadership professionals
• Exposure to inclusive community programs and mission-driven work
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of people with disabilities and their families

To apply, please submit your resume and a brief statement of interest.