Marketing and Public Relations Coordinator (Federal Work Study)

* * * * * To be eligible to apply for this role, you MUST be a FEDERAL WORK STUDY student * * * **

Who We Are: A 501 © 3 nonprofit organization based in the State of New Jersey with a focus

on developing and delivering community-building programs in partnership with community

residents and local and regional service providers across multiple industries. Our cross-sector

partner network includes subject matter experts with deep expertise and strong relationships

within the communities we serve, allowing us the resiliency, efficiency, and access to generate

collaborative solutions with community members in uniquely valuable ways. 

What We Do: By understanding, engaging, and supporting the individuals and organizations

within our most vulnerable communities, we can create bold solutions to address health equity

and social justice so that community residents can advance a quality of life that fulfills the

promise of life itself.

Why: With broad industry expertise and a core commitment to community building, Caresparc

Community Connections is uniquely positioned to convene partners and providers across

sectors in collaboration to address complex challenges facing underserved communities of

color. The innovative and impactful programs we create leave communities with newfound

opportunities to advance a future of optimal well-being for all. 

How: CCC's objectives are accomplished through its Four Community-Building Programs

1. Annual Sustainable Health and Wellness Village Statewide Festival Tour

2. Free Fresh Produce Market for Seniors and Families

3. Grandparents Raising Grandchildren Initiative: Free Fresh Produce Market

4. Artists and Creatives Health and Wellness Initiative

Community collaboration is at the heart of the CCC's community-building philosophy.

Our cross-sector partner network of 125 organizations leverages deep expertise across

industries to innovate the personalized solutions that make CCC's programs so special. Far from mere donors, our partners play an active and invaluable role in the development and execution

of our programs by also providing in-kind support and volunteers. 

The relationships we cultivate throughout the planning process ensure that each CCC program

reflects an inspired approach to the challenges facing our most vulnerable populations. By

understanding and addressing the organizational goals of our partners, we are empowered to

align our interests with those of our communities in ways that foster trust and produce

uniquely effective solutions that deliver lasting value.

In this role you will report to the Executive Director and support the Social Media Consultant

and Videographer in the execution of the CCC's Marketing and Social Media Strategy to build

brand awareness, social media content, and engagement. 

Assist in the Implementation of Caresparc Community Connections Marketing and Social Media

Strategy includes the following: 

o Assist in identifying ways to utilize social media to enhance volunteer recruiting efforts. 

o Assist in the posting of the Program Content Calendar on CCC social media platforms.

o Assist the Social Media Consultant in the development of written and visual content for social

media posts .

o Research relevant health articles and statistics for publication on CCC's social media platforms.

• Assist in the organization of CCC marketing collateral and Digital Assets, which include but are

not limited to:

o Digital Graphics 

o Print Materials 

o Writing and managing E-Blasts for CCC program partners

• Distribution of Press Releases to CCC Program Partners.

• Research local publications, community newspapers, magazines, etc, for potential ad

placement for CCC's programs

• Assist in maintaining and updating a media and influencer contact list.

• Review metrics and analytics to monitor social media page (Facebook and Instagram) traffic

and user engagement.

• Manage multiple assignments at once and work with Executive Director and Social Media

Consultant to prioritize accordingly.

Job Requirements/Internship Criteria:

• Must sign Caresparc Community Connections non-disclosure and confidentiality agreement.

• Maintain knowledge of social media trends and techniques.

• Preferred but not required - design work using Adobe Creative Suite and Canva.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills,

• Ability to think critically.

• Strong attention to detail.

• Ability to travel to CCC program sites

• Ability to work independently and in teams in a fast-paced environment. 

•Ability to organize and prioritize responsibilities.

• Ability to conduct oneself in a courteous, helpful, engaging, and professional manner with

Caresparc Community Connections program partners and vendors

• Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and

Dropbox. 

• Creative Problem Solver

• Intern must provide their laptop.

Preferred but not required:

• Design work experience using Adobe Creative Suite and Canva.

• Pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, or Public Relations.

• Must have a minimum cumulative 3.0 GPA;

• A copy of your most recent unofficial transcript will be required for consideration.

This internship is a hybrid opportunity consisting of both in-office and virtual work. 

Schedule: Monday through Friday, occasionally Saturday (Days and Hours to be determined) 

To learn more, please visit 

https://www.CaresparcCommunityConnections.org