Marketing & Communications Intern

About the Pope Francis Center

Pope Francis Center exists to provide meals, supportive services, and housing assistance to Detroit community members in need, especially those experiencing homelessness. On an average day, we welcome approximately 200 guests and provide them with nutritious meals, showers, laundry, and access to doctors, dentists, lawyers, and housing providers through our free clinics. Our Bridge Housing Campus is in Core City and is the centerpiece of our plan to end chronic homelessness in Detroit. It is a holistic response to the complex and interconnected barriers to housing. We have been serving Detroit’s most vulnerable citizens for over 30 years, and we envision a Detroit without homelessness, where every person has the resources for sustained stability.

Position Name & Description

The Marketing & Communications Intern is a part-time, unpaid position supporting the external communication efforts of the Pope Francis Center. This role, under the supervision of the Marketing, Communications & Event Specialist, will support the organization’s social media management, content creation, and strategic projects with the Communications team. The Intern may also support special events including, but not limited to, crowdfunding events, holiday celebrations, and portions of the Annual Gala. The Intern will have the opportunity to gain valuable experience while supporting the progression of the PFC marketing strategy. 

Primary Responsibilities 

• Content Creation: Develop engaging content for various platforms, including social media posts, website updates, blog articles, and email newsletters.
• Social Media Management: Assist in managing social media accounts, scheduling posts, monitoring engagement, and responding to comments and messages.
• Website Maintenance: Support website updates ensuring content accuracy.
• Print Design: Support the creation of printed materials such as flyers, brochures, event programs, and signage.
• Interview Management: Assist during the interview process of guests, residents, and volunteers to provide content for social media and donor campaigns.
• Event Support: Assist in the planning and execution of agency events.

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Creative thinking and the ability to develop engaging content.
• Familiarity with social media platforms.
• Ability to adapt and be flexible in an ever changing environment.

Physical Requirements

This job primarily operates in-person in a dynamic social services setting. This role requires the ability to lift 25 pounds independently; walk, climb, or descend stairs; kneel, bend, and twist; and occasionally operate a commercial vehicle to pick up and deliver items.

To apply: Send your resume and cover letter to raymond@pfc.org

Pope Francis Center is proud to be an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace. We do not discriminate based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, status as an individual with a disability, genetic information, pregnancy, status as a protected veteran, or any other applicable protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.