Communications & Admin Internship
CURRENTLY ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS
Devils River Conservancy (DRC) is a nonprofit whose mission is to preserve and protect the Devils River, its watershed, and essential springs located in southwest Texas. DRC is committed to promoting the significance of the Devils River and ensuring this uniquely pristine water resource remains a natural and scenic treasure for generations of Texans. We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented intern to join our team and gain hands-on experience in the conservation world.
As a Communications & Administrative Intern, you will support our Austin-based staff with a variety of tasks related to communications and marketing, membership services, general administration, and event preparation. This role provides an excellent opportunity to learn about the inner workings of a small but fast-paced nonprofit while contributing to the success of our operations.
Key Responsibilities:
Communications and Marketing Tasks:
Create visual and written content for social media posts and co-manage social media calendar
Develop copy for e-blasts, including newsletter blurbs and event promotion
Generate digital and physical letters from provided templates
Merchandise Tasks
Conduct regular inventory counts to track stock levels and report discrepancies and maintain organization of merchandise
Prepare merchandise orders for fulfillment and maintain packaging inventory
Update records of addresses and order tracking numbers
Membership Management and Other Administrative Tasks:
Data Management:
Update and maintain digital membership records and email subscriber lists
Enter and update data in CRM database
Maintain mailing list database
Prepare cards and letters for individual mailings and bulk distributions
Other administrative tasks as they occur, including but not limited to:
Filing and scanning
Bulk printing jobs
Data entry and data management
Event Support:
Assist staff with various aspects of event preparation and implementation, including planning and logistics, marketing, and supplies management, as well as onsite tasks related to setup, execution, and takedown
The intern will also be expected to engage with event participants in a professional manner and share information related to Devils River Conservancy’s work
Required Qualifications:
College student or recent graduate (within 2 years)
Preferred Skills:
Experience managing and/or creating content for a professional social media account
Experience with any of the following software: Canva, MailChimp, Microsoft Office Products, Monday.com
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Administrative experience related to managing databases and other digital assets
Work Conditions:
This position is for 10 hours per week, split between Tuesdays and Thursdays with flexible times
The intern will work from DRC’s office in downtown Austin, though there will be some weeks where the intern may work from home and on alternative days if needed.
The position will involve some travel on weekends and evenings, averaging about once per month.
Transportation or a mileage reimbursement will be provided for any out-of-town travel.
Some events may be located at outdoor venues.
The successful candidate may begin on or after August 4, 2025 and the internship will conclude with the Fall Semester.
Benefits:
This is a paid internship with an hourly wage of $15.
The position does have flexibility in terms of work hours and location, and staff will work with the successful candidate to accommodate outside commitments related to their class schedule, extracurriculars, etc.
How to Apply:
Send an email to info@devilsriverconservancy.org with the subject line “Intern Application” and attach a 1-page cover letter and a resume.
If you have any questions about the role or application process, please email Dani Miller at dani.miller@devilsriverconservancy.org.