Description

Behind the Book is a literacy nonprofit with the mission to excite youth about reading and promote a reading culture in inner-city public schools in NYC. We bring published authors and illustrators into classrooms to lead a series of curriculum-based workshops and guide students through the completion of a unique final project. For every author visit, students are provided with an individual copy of the author’s book and are required to produce a written or illustrated project. Behind the Book interns are essential in supporting a growing organization, and gain valuable skills and experience in project management and nonprofit work. The Social Media/ Marketing Intern will work closely with the Director of Development to manage all aspects of the organization's Marketing and PR, including all social media. This is an unpaid position based in our Harlem office. Candidates can receive academic credit. Commitment is for one semester, 2-3 days per week, hours are flexible. Application instructions: If interested, please submit a resume, cover letter and writing sample to Micaela Gutierrez at micaela@behindthebook.org. " Social Media Marketing Internship" should appear in the subject heading of your email. Behind the Book is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer that especially welcomes applications from women and people of color. Behind the Book 356 W 123rd St. New York, NY 10027 (212)222-3627 www.behindthebook.org