Communications and Marketing Intern
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Great Bay Services
Dover, NH, US
Summary
The coordinator supports the execution of marketing, communications, fundraising, and community engagement strategies to advance the organization's mission. Key tasks include managing donor relationships, creating content for various channels, and assisting with event planning and grant opportunities.
Job Description
Job Description: Marketing & Communications Intern
Title: Marketing & Communications Intern
Reports to: Marketing & Communications Manager
Updated: August 2026
Hours: 15-20 hours/week, Monday – Friday, may require occasional evenings and weekends
Location: Onsite, primarily in our Dover, New Hampshire office with event-focused visits to our Sanford, Maine office.
Course Credits: To be determined in collaboration with university guidelines
Summary The Communications & Marketing Intern provides administrative and creative support to the Marketing & Communications team, assisting with content creation, community engagement, and fundraising initiatives. This position falls under the direct supervision and direction of the Marketing and Communications Manager, offering hands-on experience in nonprofit marketing, communications, and donor engagement while contributing to advancing GBS’s mission. Essential Duties and Responsibilities
1. Content Creation & Marketing Support
· Assist in creating and scheduling content for social media platforms
· Support updates to the website and other digital platforms
· Help draft and format internal and external communications, including newsletters and email campaigns
· Assist in maintaining brand consistency across marketing materials
· Support the organization and distribution of promotional materials
2. Community Engagement & Outreach Support
· Assist with preparation for community events, workshops, and outreach activities
· Support donor and sponsor communications through email, mailings, and event follow-up
· Help maintain and update contact lists and outreach records in the database
· Conduct research on potential community partners, donors, and sponsors
3. Fundraising & Events Support
· Assist with planning and execution of fundraising campaigns and events (including the annual Gala and appeals)
· Provide administrative support for donation tracking and acknowledgments
· Support online fundraising efforts, auctions, or campaign platforms
· Help gather materials and information for grant applications and reports
4. Administrative & Team Support
· Assist in maintaining marketing and communications calendars
· Support data entry and reporting efforts for marketing and fundraising activities
· Help streamline and organize digital files and communication systems
· Participate in team meetings and contribute ideas for campaigns and outreach
Learning Opportunities
· Exposure to nonprofit marketing, fundraising, and donor relations strategies
· Hands-on experience with social media management, email marketing, and content development
· Experience working with donor databases and communication tools
· Opportunity to develop professional communication, project management, and event coordination skills
Qualifications and Requirements
· Current student or recent graduate pursuing a degree in Marketing, Communications, Nonprofit Management, or related field
· Strong written and verbal communication skills
· Familiarity with social media platforms and basic content creation
· Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
· Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
· Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with design or media tools is a plus
· Interest in nonprofit work and alignment with GBS’s mission
· Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
Great Bay Services was founded in 1954 by families of children with disabilities, as an alternative to the state institutions. We continue 70 years later to provide innovative programs to adults with disabilities in New Hampshire, and Maine.
We champion a world where people focus on, and embrace others' abilities rather than their disabilities.
Founded
1954
Company size
51-200 employees
Industry
Individual and Family Services
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
Dover, NH
Great Bay Services was founded in 1954 by families of children with disabilities, as an alternative to the state institutions. We continue 70 years later to provide innovative programs to adults with disabilities in New Hampshire, and Maine.
We champion a world where people focus on, and embrace others' abilities rather than their disabilities.
Founded
1954
Company size
51-200 employees
Industry
Individual and Family Services
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
Dover, NH