National Dental Association, Inc. · 3 hours ago
Communications Intern – Stipend Position
Bowie, MD
Internship
Hybrid
Intern
$1,000/mo - $1,000/moThe National Dental Association (NDA) promotes oral health equity among people of color and is seeking a Communications Intern to support their national communications strategies. This internship will provide hands-on experience in content creation, media outreach, and digital communications, aimed at elevating the NDA’s voice and engaging with members and partners.
Non-profit Organizations
Hiring Manager
Marcus Ware, JD
Responsibilities
Draft and edit communications for email campaigns, newsletters, press releases, and website updates
Support social media strategy by creating content, drafting captions, scheduling posts, and monitoring engagement across platforms
Assist with communication needs for the NDA Annual Convention, Health NOW® events, and other national programs
Help develop marketing materials such as flyers, event promotions, presentations, signage, and digital assets
Conduct research to support messaging, media lists, communications planning, and stakeholder engagement
Update communications calendars, tracking sheets, and analytics dashboards
Assist with capturing and organizing photos, videos, and event content for marketing use
Provide administrative support including data entry, member communications, and file organization
Attend events to support onsite communications duties such as live posting, photography support, and media coordination
Assist with speaker promotion, exhibitor communications, and partner visibility efforts
Qualification
Required
Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Journalism, or a related field
Strong written and verbal communication skills with an eye for detail and storytelling
Experience with social media platforms (Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, X) and basic analytics
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and/or Google Workspace; familiarity with Canva, Constant Contact, or Monday.com is a plus
Ability to work collaboratively and independently in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment
Professional attitude with flexibility for occasional evenings/weekends during events
Company
National Dental Association, Inc.
The premier organization for African American Dentists and dentists of color, promoting oral health equity for people of color, by harnessing the power of its members and mentoring and advocating for students of color.
Founded in 1913
2-10 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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