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Economic Mobility Pathways - EMPath · 4 weeks ago

Communications and PR Intern

Boston, MA

Internship

Onsite

Intern

Start in 2026 Winter

Economic Mobility Pathways (EMPath) is a Boston-based nonprofit dedicated to transforming lives by helping families move out of poverty. The Communications and PR Intern will assist in developing stories that highlight the organization’s impact, while gaining experience in nonprofit communications, media relations, and digital storytelling.

FamilyNon ProfitService Industry

Responsibilities

Assist in researching, writing, and editing content for social media, newsletters, and website updates

Help identify and develop human-interest stories that showcase EMPath’s programs, participants, and community impact

Support the creation of visual content (photos, graphics, videos) for digital and print materials

Assist with drafting and scheduling posts for EMPath’s social media platforms

Monitor engagement and assist with post interaction and analytics tracking

Brainstorm ideas for campaigns and projects

Assist in maintaining and updating media lists and press materials

Conduct research on media outlets, reporters, and trends in key topics

Assist with tracking media coverage and preparing clip reports

Support communications and logistics for events, announcements, and fundraising campaigns

Assist with communications tracking, file organization, and archiving digital assets

Participate in team meetings, brainstorming sessions, and creative planning discussions

Provide general support to the Strategic Communications team as needed

Qualification

Social MediaDigital Content CreationMedia RelationsCuriosityAttention to DetailPositive Attitude

Required

Current undergraduate student studying communications, journalism, public relations, marketing, or a related field

Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills

Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks

Familiarity with social media platforms (Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook, Bluesky) a must

Genuine interest in communications, media relations, PR and/or storytelling

Positive attitude, curiosity, and willingness to learn in a fast-paced nonprofit environment

Preferred

junior or senior preferred

Familiarity with digital content creation tools (Canva, etc.), a plus

Benefits

Eligible students may earn college credit through their academic institution.

Upon successful completion, interns will receive a personalized letter of recommendation highlighting their contributions and professional growth.

Company

Economic Mobility Pathways - EMPath

Our mission: EMPath transforms people’s lives by helping them move out of poverty and provides other institutions with the tools to systematically do the same.

Founded in 2006