This opportunity is curated through the UF TESI Environmental Leaders Network. Opportunities posted through the Network may not be affiliated with the Florida Museum or TESI, but are shared with UF undergraduate students who want to learn more about environmental research, education and outreach, and civic engagement.
Host Organization
Type of Position
- 20 hours/week
- $1,550 stipend
Description
Growing Gardens’ mission is to cultivate community through sustainable urban agriculture. Our programs empower people of all ages, income levels, and abilities by connecting them with their local food system, each other, and the environment.
The Marketing and Development Intern is a community ambassador for the organization through social media content curation, assisting with marketing campaigns, special events, and community outreach. This intern will gain insight into managing marketing activities across mediums for various programs and events and is relevant for non-profit, social enterprise, and for-profit careers. This internship is fast-paced and requires hard work, focus, creativity, and care.
Duties (Detailed descriptions found here)
- Marketing and Social Media
- Event Planning and Outreach
- Fundraising and Development
Learning Opportunities
- Gain an understanding of and experience the many roles within a marketing department
- Learn to manage social media business pages
- Collect, track, and analyze high-level marketing data
- Edit and create digital and print advertisements
- Network with press, agriculture, and natural foods industries
- Donor outreach, volunteer coordination, and professional communication skills
- Gain skills and understanding of regenerative urban agriculture practices
- The ability to work in a dynamic team environment
Eligibility
We are looking for a friendly, outgoing, detail-oriented person with good communication skills and experience in Excel, Word, and the Google platform, on social media (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram), and experience with Adobe Photoshop/Illustrator is a plus! We have a fun, driven team that enjoys making a positive difference in our community. This experience is a great opportunity for someone interested in a job in social enterprise or non-profit marketing, development, event management, sustainable food systems, or community organizing.
Expected Duration
January 13, 2025 – May 30, 2025
Location
Boulder, Colorado
Deadline to Apply
December 16th
Apply
To apply, send a cover letter, resume with two references, and an outline of your availability for when you can work your intern hours in 4-hour or greater timeblocks. Email application to Carly at: carly@growinggardens.org with your name and “Spring Marketing and Development Intern Application” in the subject line.