Overview

ABOUT BROOKLYN ORG

Brooklyn Org is a champion for Brooklyn. We celebrate Brooklyn’s brilliance and resilience, its incomparable culture and uncompromising grit – and we demand more for our communities.

Over our 15-year history, we have reimagined the role of philanthropy and provided immeasurable support to communities and nonprofit partners that are leading transformational change for Brooklyn. With a new model for community philanthropy, we are bringing together Brooklynites, Brooklyn backers, businesses, and broader believers in equity and justice to make Brooklyn a beacon for the world.

We are a platform for galvanizing giving. We are here to ensure that ideas are met with resources, challenges are met with solutions, and inequity is met with justice.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Marketing Intern will assist with various marketing and communication activities to promote Brooklyn Org’s initiatives and events. This role offers hands-on experience in non-profit marketing, digital media, and community engagement. The ideal candidate will be enthusiastic about our mission and eager to contribute to impactful campaigns. 

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Event Support: Participate in and assist with fall events, including preparation, setup, and helping during evening and weekend events.
  • Event Promotion: Contribute to the marketing of events by assisting with promotional strategies and materials.
  • Campaign Support: Assist in planning and executing marketing campaigns, including email campaigns, fundraising drives, and community outreach efforts.
  • Brand Partnership and Outreach: Support efforts in building and maintaining brand partnerships, including creating marketing decks for brand partnerships and sponsorships.
  • Brooklyn Gives: Contribute to Brooklyn Gives, a philanthropic initiative that supports community projects, nonprofits, and local initiatives in Brooklyn.
  • Merchandise: Organize Brooklyn Org merchandise and supplies, and research new merchandise items.

REQUIRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND QUALIFICATIONS

  • Pursuing or recently completed a degree in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, or a related field.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with social media platforms.
  • Basic knowledge of graphic design tools (e.g., Canva, Adobe Creative Suite) preferred.
  • Creative mindset with attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks.
  • Passion for non-profit work and community engagement.

DIVERSITY

In alignment with its Racial Justice Lens, the Organization is committed to maintaining a staff that diversifies philanthropy, including lifting up the leadership of people from communities historically underrepresented in the field and those directly affected by structural racism, centering them in decision-making. Additionally, BKO does not base any hiring decisions on an applicant’s history of involvement in the criminal justice system.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Brooklyn Org is an equal opportunity employer. The Organization does not engage in or tolerate discrimination on the basis of race, color, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, disability, marital status, military veteran status or any other protected group in the locations where we work.