Marketing and Communications Program
Program Overview
Our Marketing & Communications Interns are the creative storytellers behind BDF, ensuring community awareness and engagement are consistently maintained across both digital platforms and events. This internship is ideal for students and graduates who are passionate about hands-on content creation in a real-world environment. Interns gain practical experience in a range of areas such as website design, NGO communications, and magazine production.
What are the key responsibilities of a Marketing & Communications Intern?
At BDF, Marketing Interns are encouraged to work autonomously and are given the creative freedom to develop approved projects that align with their interests or collaborate with teammates to deliver impactful campaigns.
While interns have the flexibility to explore innovative ideas, they are responsible for ensuring that all work reflects BDF's vision and mission, and effectively communicates our story to the communities we serve.
➔ 9am: Wake-up and get ready for the day on campus
➔ 9:30am: Enjoy breakfast in our campus kitchen
➔ 10am-1pm: Work on writing scripts for social media content, design the charity webpages and/or contribute to the biannual magazine
➔ 1-2pm: Relax on your lunch break
➔ 2-4pm: Tiktok and Instagram content creation
➔ 5-7pm: Partake in post-work activities with your fellow interns (relaxing at the beach, exercising, visiting local waterfalls)
➔ 7-9pm: Enjoy local cuisine for your dinner
➔ 9-11pm: Bed time!
What would a day in the life of a Marketing Intern look like?
What attributes do BDF look for in a Marketing & Communications Intern?
➔ Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential for this role. Interns should be confident working collaboratively within a team, engaging with local communities, and using digital tools and platforms effectively to support project delivery and communication.
➔ The ability to think creatively and beyond conventional approaches is highly valued at BDF. We are always exploring innovative ways to promote our resources and internship program, so individuals who bring fresh ideas, creative solutions, and an innovative mindset are especially appreciated.
➔ Motivated by social equity with the confidence to put themselves out there to advocate for inclusion.