Programs and Communications Intern

Location: Philadelphia, PA
Reports to: Associate Director 
Job Status: Internship 

About Sustainable Business Network of Greater Philadelphia

The Sustainable Business Network of Greater Philadelphia is building a just, green, and thriving economy. We empower the region’s diverse independent businesses to do well by doing good; we advance industries critical to a vibrant, local, equitable, and climate resilient economy; and we advocate for an economic ecosystem that centers localism, serves community needs, shares wealth, and protects the environment.

SBN’s members are local independent businesses that practice – and measure success by – the triple bottom line of people, planet, and profit. Our programming educates business owners about financially, socially, and environmentally responsible best practices; facilitates honest and supportive discussions among peers; and provides important opportunities for civic dialogue. Our advocacy focuses on solutions that advance a just, green, and thriving economy.

Since our founding in 2001, SBN has remained the region’s only membership and advocacy organization playing the important role of serving Greater Philadelphia’s independent values-driven business community.

Through a range of programs, initiatives and events, SBN works to: 

  • Connect its members and decision makers to share learning, best practices and develop recommendations on policies and processes to strengthen the local, sustainable economy. 
  • Promote its members and elevate the importance of a local economy and triple bottom line business practices.
  • Advance a policy agenda to support its members and the triple bottom line businesses in the region at the local, state and federal levels. 

Internship Description 

The Sustainable Business Network of Greater Philadelphia (SBN) seeks a Programs and Communications internship for Summer 2022. This exciting opportunity offers students interested in working to advance Greater Philadelphia’s independent values-driven business community through efforts that reflect SBN’s strategic goals. Individuals will assist and support programs and events, communications, marketing, advocacy support, and membership engagement. The position reports to the Associate Director and will entail up to 20 hours per week. During the internship, individuals will also have opportunities to learn about the organization beyond their specific tasks and receive regular supervision and feedback from members of the SBN team. Students can receive either academic credit or payment.

Major Responsibilities:

  • Assist with the planning and execution of all SBN programs, events, and other activities, both in-person and virtual, that includes Open Houses, Roundtables, Quarterly Meetings, committees and focus groups
  • Help maintain the visual and written identity of SBN in print and digital materials, write and distribute press releases, craft blog entries, and various other communication verticals
  • Create social media content and maintain social media calendar
  • Develop graphics via Canva
  • Cull outreach lists and provide database management for email and mail correspondence
  • Research organizations, business, and community groups in the region to target for future outreach
  • Research and review public policy that affects small and mid-size local businesses in the Greater Philadelphia region
  • Provide administrative support and perform other job-related duties as assigned. 

Qualifications:

  • Interest in SBN’s mission and values
  • Prior event experience (working with vendors, creating project timelines, etc.) preferred, but not necessary
  • Familiarity with a customer relationship management system preferred, but not necessary
  • Knowledge of and experience with communications, public relations, and public outreach principles
  • Excellent writing and communications skills, especially with social media and other digital channels
  • Ability to prioritize work and multi-task
  • Proficiency in Google Suite and Microsoft Office
  • Basic knowledge of Philadelphia regional issues and geography

The position will entail up to 20 hours a week and based in Philadelphia. Individuals must be able to work both remotely and in-person as SBN staff is on a hybrid working model until further notice. Students may receive academic credit or payment.

How to Apply

Email a thoughtful cover letter and résumé as a single .pdf to info@sbnphiladelphia.org, with the subject line “Programs and Communications Internship: Last name, First name.” We are looking for individuals to start in June and will last until August. No phone calls please.

SBN is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building a diverse team that values diversity, equity, and inclusion.

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