Communications US Intern at GoFundMe

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Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

07 Jan, 26

Salary

30.0

Posted On

09 Oct, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Writing Skills, Communication Skills, Research Skills, Storytelling, Creative Thinking, Media Knowledge, Teamwork, Independence, Trend Spotting, Crisis Management, Networking, Support for Nonprofits, Support for Fundraiser Organizers

Industry

Fundraising

Description

Want to help us, help others? We’re hiring! GoFundMe is the world’s most powerful community for good, dedicated to helping people help each other. By uniting individuals and nonprofits in one place, GoFundMe makes it easy and safe for people to ask for help and support causes—for themselves and each other. Together, our community has raised more than $40 billion since 2010. Join us! GoFundMe is looking for a Communications Intern interested in entering the field of Public Relations, with a passion for storytelling, creative thinking, research, and helping those in need. The role will support the Global Go To Market team, which includes the US News team, Corporate Communications, and additional disciplines, in garnering stories around our fundraiser organizers and nonprofits, protecting the brand, responding to reporter requests, spotting trends on our platform and forming connections with both news outlets and community stakeholders. The Job… Sourcing the most compelling stories on the platform to pitch to local, regional and national media outlets Staying abreast of the news happening in designated regions Responding to reporter inquiries Supporting the team during every day and in crisis moments Building connections with media and other key internal and external stakeholders You… Impeccable writing and communication skills Ability to work independently and in a team environment Knowledge of the media landscape Basic writing and communication skills Strong desire to help our fundraiser organizers and nonprofits achieve success Ability to spot a compelling story Why you’ll love it here Make an Impact: Be part of a mission-driven organization making a positive difference in millions of lives every year. Innovative Environment: Work with a diverse, passionate, and talented team in a fast-paced, forward-thinking atmosphere. Collaborative Team: Join a fun and collaborative team that works hard and celebrates success together. Competitive Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay and comprehensive healthcare benefits. Holistic Support: Enjoy financial assistance for things like hybrid work, family planning, along with generous parental leave, flexible time-off policies, and mental health and wellness resources to support your overall well-being. Growth Opportunities: Participate in learning, development, and recognition programs to help you thrive and grow. Commitment to DEI: Contribute to diversity, equity, and inclusion through ongoing initiatives and employee resource groups. Community Engagement: Make a difference through our volunteering and Gives Back programs. We live by our core values: impatient to be great, find a way, earn trust every day, fueled by purpose. Be a part of something bigger with us! GoFundMe is proud to be an equal opportunity employer that actively pursues candidates of diverse backgrounds and experiences. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, ethnicity, nationality or national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, pregnancy status, marital status, age, medical condition, mental or physical disability, or military or veteran status. The hourly rate for this position is $30.00. As this is a remote position, the pay rate was determined by role, level, and possible location across the US. Individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific pay rate based on your location during the hiring process. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete a job application or a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact us at accommodationrequests@gofundme.com. Learn more about GoFundMe: We’re proud to partner with GoFundMe.org, an independent public charity, to extend the reach and impact of our generous community, while helping drive critical social change. You can learn more about GoFundMe.org’s activities and impact in their FY ‘24 annual report. Our annual “Year in Help” report reflects our community’s impact in advancing our mission of helping people help each other. For recent company news and announcements, visit our Newsroom.

Responsibilities

The intern will source compelling stories from the platform to pitch to media outlets and respond to reporter inquiries. They will also support the team during daily operations and crisis moments while building connections with media and stakeholders.