EMPath: Economic Mobility Pathways
Various Internships
About Economic Mobility Pathways (EMPath)
Economic Mobility Pathways (EMPath) is a 200-year-old Boston-based nonprofit that transforms lives by partnering with families to move out of poverty and provides other organizations with the tools to do the same. As a leading nonprofit innovator that combines direct services, a global learning network, robust research, and advocacy, we offer a wide range of rewarding career opportunities.
Position Title: Advancement Intern
Hours: Part-time internship, approximately 15 hours per week. This is a hybrid opportunity with at least one in-person day per week, preferably Wednesday mornings.
Duration: Fall 2025 to End of 2025
ABOUT THE ROLE:
EMPath is seeking a part-time Advancement Intern to support the work of the Institutional Advancement team, which oversees fundraising, communications, and external relations. This role offers an opportunity to gain hands-on experience in nonprofit fundraising and donor stewardship while working alongside an experienced development team. The Advancement Intern will provide critical administrative, database, and event support to ensure the smooth functioning of fundraising activities.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Database Management & Support
Learn how to navigate the Raiser’s Edge database
Enter and update donor information in Raiser’s Edge with accuracy and confidentiality.
Create donor lists and reports as needed for mailings, events, and cultivation.
Research Project
Assist with research on corporate sponsors, prospective donors, and foundations.
Communications, Events, & Administrative Support
Support production of donor thank-you letters and acknowledgments, as well as other communications, including appeals.
Assist with preparation for any donor site visits, meetings, and events.
Assist with filing, organizing electronic records, postage needs, maintaining department materials.
SKILLS:
Prior database experience (Raiser’s Edge or similar) a plus but not required.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
Interest in nonprofit fundraising and/or management.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
Position Title: Communications and PR Intern
Hours: Part-time internship, approximately 18 hours per week. This is a hybrid opportunity, with opportunities to attend in-person meetings and events in Boston. Flexible scheduling based on academic calendar.
Duration: Fall 2025 through end of Winter 2026
Number of Internships Available: 2
ABOUT THE ROLE:
The Communications and PR Intern will support the efforts of EMPath’s Communications Department in developing and sharing stories that highlight the organization’s impact and support its mission. This position offers a hands-on opportunity to gain experience in nonprofit communications, PR, media relations, and digital storytelling—while helping advance EMPath’s mission to promote economic mobility and opportunity for families. This is an ideal role for a student who is passionate about communications, social change, and storytelling for good.
Key Responsibilities
Content Creation & Storytelling
Assist in researching, writing, and editing content for social media, newsletters, and website updates.
Help identify and develop human-interest stories that showcase EMPath’s programs, participants, and community impact.
Support the creation of visual content (photos, graphics, videos) for digital and print materials.
Social Media & Digital Engagement
Assist with drafting and scheduling posts for EMPath’s social media platforms.
Monitor engagement and assist with post interaction and analytics tracking.
Brainstorm ideas for campaigns and projects.
Media Relations & Research
Assist in maintaining and updating media lists and press materials.
Conduct research on media outlets, reporters, and trends in key topics.
Assist with tracking media coverage and preparing clip reports.
Administrative & Team Support
Support communications and logistics for events, announcements, and fundraising campaigns.
Assist with communications tracking, file organization, and archiving digital assets.
Participate in team meetings, brainstorming sessions, and creative planning discussions.
Provide general support to the Strategic Communications team as needed.
Qualifications
Current undergraduate student (junior or senior preferred) studying communications, journalism, public relations, marketing, ora related field.
Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills.
Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks.
Familiarity with social media platforms (Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook, Bluesky) a must. Familiarity with digital content creation tools (Canva, etc.),a plus.
Genuine interest in communications, media relations, PR and/or storytelling.
Positive attitude, curiosity, and willingness to learn in a fast-paced nonprofit environment.
Learning Opportunities
Gain hands-on experience in nonprofit communications and public relations.
Develop writing and storytelling skills across multiple platforms.
Learn about media relations, brand management, and digital engagement.
Contribute to communications that make a real impact on economic mobility and social change.
Why EMPath?
The meaningful work! The organization and your colleagues are committed to disrupting poverty and supporting families as they work towards their biggest goals.
Collaborative team environment! You’ll join a team that values teamwork, and shares knowledge and ideas – all working towards shared goals for elevating the good work of the organization and the participants in our programs.
Though this is an unpaid internship, this project will allow interns to apply their skills, build a portfolio of tangible work, and gain real-world experience in human services and nonprofit operations.
Eligible students may earn college credit through their academic institution. In addition, interns who successfully complete this internship will receive a personalized letter of recommendation highlighting their contributions and growth during the internship.
All offers of employment at EMPath are contingent upon clear results of a thorough background check.
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