Social Media Intern

Social Media & Marketing Intern

The Genesis Project – Oklahoma City, OK

Overview

The Genesis Project is a residential treatment program serving boys with complex histories of trauma. We believe every child deserves safety, stability, and a community that invests in their healing. The Social Media & Marketing Intern will support the organization’s outreach and donor engagement efforts by helping create thoughtful, mission-aligned content across our digital platforms.

This internship is ideal for a student or early-career professional interested in nonprofit communications, storytelling, social media strategy, or fundraising.

Key Responsibilities

Social Media Content & Management

Create mission-aligned content for Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn (graphics, captions, stories, reels, short-form updates).

Maintain a weekly posting schedule that aligns with organizational communication priorities.

Develop educational and donor-focused posts that uphold the dignity of the children we serve.

Track engagement trends and recommend improvements.

Marketing & Communications Support

Draft copy for campaigns, events, and public updates.

Collect stories, data points, and program updates from staff to support communications.

Help maintain consistency in brand voice, colors, and messaging.

Photography / Visual Asset Management

Capture campus-appropriate photos and short videos while maintaining resident privacy.

Organize and label image libraries for future use.

Prepare simple graphics or templates in Canva that can be reused by staff.

Fundraising & Event Support

Assist with promotional materials for fundraising campaigns and special events.

Support donor-recognition content, thank-you graphics, and event follow-ups.

Help with on-site photography at events, when appropriate.

Learning Outcomes & Skill Development

Interns will gain experience in:

Nonprofit marketing and communications

Social media strategy and analytics

Basic graphic design (Canva)

Donor engagement communications

Professional writing and brand voice development

Ethical storytelling and confidentiality in a child-serving organization

Qualifications

Strong writing skills with attention to tone and clarity.

Familiarity with Canva, Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn—or willingness to learn quickly.

Organized, dependable, and able to meet deadlines consistently.

Commitment to upholding confidentiality and dignity when representing the organization.

Alignment with The Genesis Project mission and values.

Schedule & Supervision

10–15 hours per week (flexible).

Hybrid work available, depending on project needs.

Reports to the Executive Director or designated Communications/Development staff.

Must complete all required onboarding and confidentiality agreements.

Compensation

Paid internship: $12-16 per hour