Public Relations & Community Outreach Intern

Location: Remote (U.S.-based preferred)
Duration: Summer–Fall 2025 (4 months)
Compensation: $1,000 stipend ($250/month)

About Joy Worldwide Inc.
Joy Worldwide Inc. is a purpose-driven nonprofit on a mission to create pathways to study abroad for African American college students through education, advocacy, and scholarship programs. We believe in the power of travel to unlock opportunity, expand perspective, and foster lifelong growth. From funding international experiences to amplifying personal narratives, we champion equity in global education and cultural exchange.

Position Overview
We’re looking for a creative, mission-aligned Public Relations Intern to support the development and amplification of Joy Worldwide’s brand and voice. This role is ideal for someone passionate about travel, storytelling, and social impact. The intern will contribute to crafting compelling narratives, building relationships with media, and increasing visibility for our work and mission.

Responsibilities

• Assist in drafting press releases, media pitches, and organizational announcements

• Help manage media lists and identify relevant journalists, outlets, and opportunities

• Support press outreach for major initiatives (e.g., scholarship announcements, campaign launches)

• Research and draft social media captions aligned with key PR moments

• Monitor media coverage and track PR performance metrics

• Contribute to the development of a press kit and brand materials

• Collaborate with the marketing team to ensure consistent messaging across platforms

Ideal Candidate

• Has personal experience with travel or study abroad

• Demonstrates a passion for social impact, equity in education, and nonprofit work

• Strong writer and communicator with a gift for storytelling

• Currently pursuing or recently graduated with a degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, or a related field

• Self-starter with experience or interest in working in mission-driven organizations

• Familiarity with media monitoring or PR platforms is a plus (e.g., Muck Rack, Meltwater, Google Alerts)

• Organized, proactive, and comfortable working remotely with a small, collaborative team

• Deeply values cultural exchange and the transformative power of global experiences

What You’ll Gain

• $1,000 stipend distributed over four months ($250/month)

• Hands-on experience with a fast-growing international education nonprofit

• Published work and portfolio development

• Mentorship and feedback from experienced marketing and communications professionals

• Opportunities to contribute to meaningful, high-impact campaigns

• Connection to a vibrant network of changemakers, scholars, and advocates in global education