We are excited that you are continuing to grow your career as a Wildlife Ally! San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance recognizes that our team members play a crucial role in driving our conservation efforts forward and bringing us close to a world where all life thrives.

HOW YOU WILL IMPACT OUR MISSION
The Communications Intern will leverage demonstrated experience in writing, editing, and narrative development to support a broad range of tactics and communication styles, including brand storytelling, executive communication, philanthropy, and conservation science.

Throughout the internship you will research, craft, and edit materials alongside communication professionals and leading subject matter experts as you hone your ability to create impactful communications for a global audience.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Crafts brand, executive, philanthropic, and conservation storytelling content for a wide variety of outlets, including print, digital, video production, and social.
• Researches, creates, and edits content showcasing the work of San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance for a broad range of internal and external audiences.
• Develops persuasive and compelling advertorial and editorial content for a variety of channels, including digital, on-grounds messaging, and print publications.
• Edits material using AP and Chicago Manual of Style guides.
• Assists with new communication initiatives, outlining audience segments, strategic targets, and content delivery to ensure organizational reach and optimization.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
JOB EXPERIENCE

• At least one year working for a collaborative and effective communications team, including newsroom, publication, or another targeted outlet.
  

EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS

• High School Graduate
• Some college-level courses
  

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

• Attention to detail
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to learn new skills/tasks

IMPORTANT DETAILS

• Location: San Diego, CA
• Position Type: 10-week Internship
• Pay: Stipend of $4,160

Fraudulent Recruiting
Beware of fraudulent recruiting. Legitimate San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance contacts will use an @sdzwa.org email address. We do not request money, checks, equipment orders, or sensitive personal data during the recruitment process. San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance only conducts interviews via phone, Zoom, Teams or in-person.

If you have been asked for any of the above, or believe you have been contacted by someone posing as a San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance employee, please e-mail sdzwacareers@sdzwa.org. If you feel that you have been the victim of fraud, please contact your financial institution(s) immediately.

Please remember to notify your current Manager that you are applying. Thank you for your commitment to conservation around the globe!

At San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance, we thrive on celebrating our differences. Diversity is vital for the benefit of our team members, our guests, our community, and our wildlife.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete an application, please email your request to sdzwacareers@sdzwa.org and provide the job title and location to which you are applying.

As a Federal Contractor, San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance is required to participate in the E-Verify Program to confirm eligibility to work in the United States.

San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance is a drug free workplace.

• San Diego, CA 92027, USA