Communications Intern

About Mission Bit

Mission Bit is a San Francisco-based nonprofit that inspires youth of color to explore the world of STEM with project-based computer science education that embraces their identities. We offer a variety of hands-on STEM education programs, including biweekly, semester-long introductory coding courses.

The role

We're seeking a creative and detail-oriented Communications Intern to support our external communications efforts. This role is perfect for someone who enjoys storytelling, writing engaging content, and collaborating across teams. You will help craft and edit newsletters, blog posts, and social media copy, support marketing and development campaigns, and contribute to building our brand voice and presence.

This is a contract, part-time role based in San Francisco, CA. In-person work is required at least twice a week, depending on the program schedule. In-person work will include travel to the office and around the Bay Area. You must live in the San Francisco Bay Area to be considered for the role.

• Monday through Thursday, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM, some Fridays, evenings, and scheduled events required
• 25 hours/week
• Up to 1 year commitment starting from date of hire, with the potential to renew

Written communication and digital storytelling

• Draft, edit, and schedule communications copy (e.g. newsletters, blog posts, long form social media copy)
• Write blog posts that highlight stories, events, and key organizational updates
• Ensure brand voice and messaging are consistent across all channels
• Edit and proofread written content for clarity, grammar, and alignment with the organization's messaging goals
• Assist with copy writing for marketing and fundraising campaigns
• Maintain the website copy

Campaigns and events

• Support the planning and execution of promotional campaigns and events
• Track media exposure and communications projects for visibility and reporting
• Monitor performance metrics for website traffic, blog engagement, and email campaigns
• Maintain and update media lists and outreach databases for accurate, efficient communication

Communication strategy

• Support the planning and execution of internal and external communications strategies
• Conduct research to support content development and messaging
• Analyze trends and engagement data to inform future content and campaign improvements
• Implement A/B tests and other strategies to optimize campaign effectiveness

Collaboration and partnerships

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on messaging and campaign coordination
• Coordination with internal teams to develop key messaging and creative assets
• Support the organization with other marketing-related tasks

Requirements

We'd love to hear from you if you?

• Have some experience writing for blogs, newsletters, or social media (personal, academic, or professional)
• Have some experience with collecting and analyzing data
• Have strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills with attention to tone, grammar, and clarity
• Have a creative mindset with a passion for digital storytelling and content creation
• Have excellent organizational and time management skills
• Are able to work independently and meet deadlines
• Have experience working with a diverse group of individuals

It's not required, but it's a nice bonus if you?

• Have experience working in a nonprofit or education setting
• Have experience with or familiarity using tools like Bird, Mailchimp, Canva, or WordPress
• Understand basic digital marketing metrics (e.g., email open rates, blog traffic, engagement rates)

Benefits

• Accrued sick-time off

• $22-24/hour

Mission Bit is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, creed, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, familial status, domestic violence victim status, veteran or military status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state or local laws. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.