Position Title: Communications and PR Intern
Hours: Part-time unpaid internship, approximately 18 hours per week. This is a hybrid opportunity, with opportunities to attend in-person meetings and events in Boston. Flexible scheduling based on academic calendar.
Duration: 2027 Winter/Spring Internship. January 2027 to May 2027
Number of Internships Available: 2
About Economic Mobility Pathways (EMPath)
Economic Mobility Pathways (EMPath) is a 200-year-old Boston-based nonprofit that transforms lives by partnering with families to move out of poverty and provides other organizations with the tools to do the same. As a leading nonprofit innovator that combines direct services, a global learning network, robust research, and advocacy, we offer a wide range of rewarding career opportunities.
ABOUT THE ROLE:
The Communications and PR Intern will support the efforts of EMPath’s Communications Department in developing and sharing stories that highlight the organization’s impact and support its mission. This position offers a hands-on opportunity to gain experience in nonprofit communications, PR, media relations, and digital storytelling—while helping advance EMPath’s mission to promote economic mobility and opportunity for families. This is an ideal role for a student who is passionate about communications, social change, and storytelling for good.
Key Responsibilities
Content Creation & Storytelling
- Assist in researching, writing, and editing content for social media, newsletters, and website updates.
- Help identify and develop human-interest stories that showcase EMPath’s programs, participants, and community impact.
- Support the creation of visual content (photos, graphics, videos) for digital and print materials.
Social Media & Digital Engagement
- Assist with drafting and scheduling posts for EMPath’s social media platforms.
- Monitor engagement and assist with post interaction and analytics tracking.
- Brainstorm ideas for campaigns and projects.
Media Relations & Research
- Assist in maintaining and updating media lists and press materials.
- Conduct research on media outlets, reporters, and trends in key topics.
- Assist with tracking media coverage and preparing clip reports.
Administrative & Team Support
- Support communications and logistics for events, announcements, and fundraising campaigns.
- Assist with communications tracking, file organization, and archiving digital assets.
- Participate in team meetings, brainstorming sessions, and creative planning discussions.
- Provide general support to the Strategic Communications team as needed.
Qualifications
- Current undergraduate student (junior or senior preferred) studying communications, journalism, public relations, marketing, ora related field.
- Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks.
- Familiarity with social media platforms (Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook, Bluesky) a must. Familiarity with digital content creation tools (Canva, etc.),a plus.
- Genuine interest in communications, media relations, PR and/or storytelling.
- Positive attitude, curiosity, and willingness to learn in a fast-paced nonprofit environment.
Learning Opportunities
- Gain hands-on experience in nonprofit communications and public relations.
- Develop writing and storytelling skills across multiple platforms.
- Learn about media relations, brand management, and digital engagement.
- Contribute to communications that make a real impact on economic mobility and social change.
Why EMPath?
- Meaningful Work: Join a mission-driven organization dedicated to disrupting poverty and empowering families.
- Professional Growth: Gain valuable, real-world experience in non-profit communications and public relations.
- Collaborative Environment: Be part of a supportive team that values creativity, teamwork, and shared learning.
Though this is an unpaid internship, it offers meaningful opportunities to apply communications and public relations knowledge, develop skills, and gain hands-on nonprofit experience. Eligible students may earn college credit through their academic institution. Upon successful completion, interns will receive a personalized letter of recommendation highlighting their contributions and professional growth.
EMPath is committed to recruiting, hiring, and sustaining a diverse workforce. All qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, gender expression, sexuality, age, disability, or veteran status, are strongly encouraged to apply.
We are an EEO/AA/ADA/ADEA employer based in Boston, Massachusetts.
All offers of employment at EMPath are contingent upon clear results of a thorough background check.
Skills Required
- Current undergraduate student, preferably a junior or senior, studying communications, journalism, public relations, marketing, or a related field.
- Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks.
- Familiarity with Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook, and Bluesky.
- Genuine interest in communications, media relations, public relations, and/or storytelling.
- Positive attitude, curiosity, and willingness to learn in a fast-paced nonprofit environment.
- Familiarity with digital content creation tools such as Canva.
What We Do
EMPath is a Boston-based nonprofit focused on disrupting poverty and helping people move toward lasting economic mobility. It delivers direct services, including its research-backed Mobility Mentoring coaching approach, while conducting research and advocacy and operating a learning network that helps other organizations adopt its methods. Its mission is to transform people’s lives by helping them move out of poverty and equip institutions with tools to do the same.
