Grace Institute Communication Strategy Externship for Community College Students

Calling all community college students! Interested in communication strategy? Are you ready to kickstart your career?

Program Overview...

Are you passionate about communication and eager to make a difference in the nonprofit sector? This externship with Grace Institute offers you the opportunity to develop a comprehensive social media and communication strategy that will have a lasting impact on women's workforce development in New York City. In this externship, you?ll conduct an in-depth competitor analysis of workforce development organizations, focusing on those that serve women.

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Your research will be essential in helping Grace Institute identify emerging trends and best practices in communication, guiding the optimization of their outreach strategies. You'll gain valuable skills in market research and analysis, translating research into strategic business recommendations, and developing effective presentation skills?an essential asset in any professional setting.

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During this externship, you'll cultivate a diverse skill set, including:
? Market Research and Analysis: Gain expertise in analyzing and comparing communication strategies within the nonprofit sector, focusing on identifying best practices and innovative approaches.
? Strategic Thinking: Translate research findings into actionable recommendations that drive organizational decisions and enhance communication efforts.
? Comparative Analysis: Conduct in-depth research into the social media strategies of similar organizations, identifying top-performing content and generating actionable insights for Grace Institute.
? Content Development: Create specific, actionable social media content ideas and a comprehensive communication strategy that resonates with Grace Institute's target audiences.
? Presentation Skills: Assemble and present your findings and recommendations through a clear, engaging slide deck and a brief video summary for easy stakeholder engagement.

What You Will Gain
? Hands-On Experience and a Comprehensive Skill Set: From market research to translating research findings, you?ll gain hands-on experience in strategic communication analysis that?s highly valued across many industries.
? A Competitive Edge: The insights and experiences you gain from this externship will provide you with a competitive edge in your job search, helping you stand out to recruiters for roles in nonprofit management, communications, and social media strategy.
? Professional Network: You will connect with industry experts and peers to broaden your professional circle.
? Earn While You Learn: Receive a $500 stipend upon completion, dedicating about 10 hours per week over 6 weeks.

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Why This Is Perfect for You
? Ideal for those passionate about nonprofit work, social media strategy, and communication.
? No specific background required?bring your critical thinking, strategic analysis skills, and eagerness to learn.
? You are a community college student looking for practical experience to supplement your academic studies.
? You seek a flexible work arrangement that can adapt to your existing commitments, such as classes or part-time jobs.
? You are motivated to advance your career and want to build a competitive resume that stands out to potential employers.
? You are eager to develop a professional network and connect with industry experts and other like-minded professionals.

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About Grace Institute

Grace Institute is a 127-year-old tuition-free workforce training and job placement program in New York City, empowering women to achieve career success through comprehensive training, job placement, and ongoing support. By leveraging innovative communication strategies, Grace Institute aims to expand its reach and continue making a significant impact on women's workforce development.

About Extern

Extern?s mission is to help anyone discover and launch their career through professional experiences, available anywhere, at any time. We made this possible by inventing a new form of work experience with integrated learning ? the remote Externship. An Externship is a structured real work experience with integrated learning. We created the remote Externship to be an educational work experience, where a cohort of participants completes a project with the guidance of experts, while earning a credential.

Extern is backed by Foundation Capital, University Ventures, Learn Capital, Y Combinator and Jason Calacanis? Launch Fund. Learn more at

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In order to avoid potential disqualification, candidates should avoid reaching out to Grace Institute and apply only through this application. Extern is managing the selection and onboarding of applicants.

APPLY VIA THIS LINK: https://extern.com/externships/grace-institute-communication-strategy-externship?referrer=INDEED

Job Types: Part-time, Internship, Temporary

Pay: $500.00 per year

Expected hours: 8 ? 10 per week

Benefits:
? Flexible schedule
? Professional development assistance

Schedule:
? Choose your own hours

Work Location: Remote

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