Marketing Communications Intern

Ellie Fund provides essential support services to individuals and families undergoing breast cancer treatment, easing the everyday challenges of cancer so patients can focus on healing. Through programs such as grocery assistance, transportation, childcare, and housekeeping, the Ellie Fund helps reduce the financial and emotional burden of treatment.

Ellie Fund is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented summer Marketing & Communications Intern to support our mission-driven communications and fundraising efforts. This is a hands-on internship ideal for a strong writer and creative thinker who is passionate about nonprofit work and public impact. The intern will play a key role in content creation, marketing analysis, and patient and donor-focused communications.

• Assist with writing and editing blog posts, newsletters, and website content
• Design marketing and donor materials using Canva (social graphics, flyers, digital campaigns)
• Analyze social media performance and email marketing metrics
• Support awareness and fundraising campaigns through content development
• Conduct research to support communications strategy, grant narratives, and program messaging
• Assist with storytelling initiatives that highlight patient impact and organizational programs
• Collaborate with staff on marketing initiatives, campaigns, and outreach materials
• Maintain content calendars and assist with campaign planning as needed

• Strong writing and editing skills (required)
• Proficiency in Canva and basic graphic design principles (required)
• Experience with social media platforms and email marketing tools (preferred)
• Excellent research, organization, and time management skills
• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple projects
• Interest in nonprofit communications, marketing, or public relations
• Currently enrolled in a college or university program (Marketing, Communications, Journalism, Nonprofit Management, or related field preferred)

• Hybrid internship with in-office presence required on Tuesdays and Thursdays
• Flexible hours and additional remote work based on academic program requirements
• Supportive, collaborative nonprofit environment with meaningful mission-driven work

• Real-world nonprofit marketing and communications experience
• Exposure to donor engagement and awareness campaigns
• Portfolio-building content and design projects
• Mentorship and professional development in nonprofit communications

Please submit a resume, a brief writing sample, and (if available) 1–3 design samples created in Canva or similar platforms to careers@elliefund.org. Include “Summer Marketing & Communications Intern” in the subject line.