Marketing, Communications & Community Engagement Intern - Work Study Only
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Job No: 508987
Division/Organization: Community Partners
Department: OPEN Foundation
Job Type: Local Work Study Student Jobs
Remote Eligbility: All Remote
Location: Remote
Salary/Wage Range or Lump Sum: 20.00
Job Categories: Interpersonal Communication, Leadership, Critical Thinking/Problem Solving, Digital Technology, Teamwork/Collaboration, Professionalism/Work Ethic, Communications, Broadcasting, and Media Arts, Business Management, Finance, and Marketing, Nonprofit/Community-Based Organization, Customer Service, Hospitality, Information Technology and Computers, Data Analysis, Local Work-Study Required Student Jobs, Career Management, Honoring Context and Culture
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Department Overview:
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About OPEN Foundation:
OPEN Foundation is a Madison-based nonprofit focused on advancing career readiness, workforce development, and workplace equity for LGBTQIA2S+ individuals. We believe in the power of representation, connection, and community. Through events, mentorship, and education, we build inclusive professional pathways and empower our community to thrive authentically. |
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Anticipated Start Date:
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June 2, 2025 |
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Anticipated End Date (If Applicable):
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Remote Work Eligibility Detail:
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All Remote
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Anticipated Hours Per Week:
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Minimum: 10 |
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Schedule:
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Location: Madison, WI (Remote with occasional in-person events)
Hours: Flexible, based on work study award |
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Salary/Wage Range/Lump Sum:
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Minimum: 20.00 Maximum: |
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Number of Positions:
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1 |
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Qualifications:
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What We’re Looking For:
We’re looking for a self-starter with a creative spark, a collaborative spirit, and a drive to make a difference.
You’re someone who:
Is a strong communicator and can bring ideas to life across digital platforms
Thrives in fast-moving, people-centered environments
Can work independently, take initiative, and solve problems with confidence
Is passionate about LGBTQ+ inclusion, community building, and social impact
Values teamwork and brings a positive, curious energy to whatever you do
We’re looking for someone who is not only skilled, but also aligned with our mission and excited to help move it forward. Show us who you are and what makes you a great add!
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Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
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Has experience (or interest in learning!) tools like Gmail, Google Workspace, Canva, Mighty Networks, and social media platforms
Bonus if you’ve worked on events, student orgs, or communications projects before — but more important is your enthusiasm, perspective, and willingness to learn.
Experience using platforms like Mighty Networks, KIT CRM, or Wix
Photography, design, or short-form video creation skills
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Position Summary/Job Duties:
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What You’ll Do:
As a work study intern, you’ll work closely with our CEO and COO to support our external communications, partnerships, and community events. You’ll play a key role in helping us tell our story, engage our audience, and build connections across Dane County. Projects and tasks may include:
Developing and maintaining a monthly social media calendar across Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn
Creating and scheduling newsletters and email blasts to promote events, share updates, and amplify community voices
Collaborating with community partners to coordinate joint networking events and summer social mixers
Assisting with volunteer recruitment, communications, and day-of logistics for OPEN’s booth at Magic Pride Fest on August 17
Supporting planning and execution of events like our fall Career Summit and Empowerment Hour Lunch and Learns
Helping manage our online platform (Mighty Networks), including sharing posts, welcoming new members, and highlighting upcoming opportunities
Working on special projects aligned with your skills and interests (i.e. Canva graphics, video content, surveys, etc.)
Why You’ll Love This Role:
You’ll gain hands-on experience in nonprofit communications and community organizing
You’ll make a difference in the lives of LGBTQ+ individuals across Dane County
You’ll work with a supportive, values-driven team
You’ll build real-world skills in marketing, engagement, and digital tools
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Physical Demands:
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This role may require occasional lifting, bending, and carrying event materials such as boxes, banners, and supplies (typically up to 25 pounds). Setting up and taking down event spaces may involve standing for extended periods, moving tables, and light physical activity.
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Institutional Statements:
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Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
UW-Madison is an Equal Employment, Equal Access Employer committed to increasing the diversity of our workforce.
Institutional Statement on Diversity:
Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW-Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals.
The University of Wisconsin-Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background-people who as students, faculty, and staff serve Wisconsin and the world.
For more information on diversity and inclusion on campus, please visit: diversity.wisc.edu
Accommodation Statement:
If you need to request an accommodation because of a disability, you can find information about how to make a request at the following website:https://employeedisabilities.wisc.edu/disability-accommodation-information-for-applicants/
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