About the Marion Institute

The Marion Institute’s (MI) mission is to advance a culture of health. We exist to engage individuals and communities in systems level solutions at the intersection of food, wellness, and the environment.

We are committed to developing a team that reflects the communities that we serve and strive to accomplish our goals by actively seeking people who bring diverse backgrounds and perspectives to join us in our work.

Position: Marketing & Communications Volunteer/Intern

Location: Marion, MA
Organization: The Marion Institute
Commitment: Part-time | Flexible hours | Minimum 5–10 hours/week

About the Role
Are you passionate about storytelling, community engagement, and creative content? The Marion Institute is seeking a Marketing & Communications Volunteer/Intern to support and be mentored in a variety of marketing, communications, and event-related tasks. This role is ideal for students or emerging professionals looking to gain hands-on experience while supporting meaningful work that advances health, food, and environmental equity.

Key Responsibilities

• Social Media Support: Assist in content planning, post creation, and scheduling across platforms (Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, etc.)
• Graphic Design: Use Canva and Adobe Creative Suite to design digital graphics, flyers, and event materials
• Editing & Content Creation: Write/edit blog posts, newsletters, and press releases that highlight our programs and impact
• Multimedia: Capture and edit images, videos, and short-form content for reels and stories
• Event Support: Participate in local outreach and community events (tabling, setup, photography)
• General Marketing & Office Support: Assist with prep for presentations, tracking metrics, organizing materials, and other marketing-related administrative tasks

What You’ll Learn

• Best practices in nonprofit and cause-based marketing
• How to develop a consistent visual and storytelling brand
• Writing and editing for digital platforms and public relations
• Event promotion and community engagement tactics
• Technical skills in design, photography, and video editing
• Project management and collaboration in a mission-driven team

Qualifications

• Interest in marketing, communications, journalism, or related fields
• Familiarity with social media platforms and basic design tools (experience with Canva and/or Adobe a plus)
• Strong writing, organizational, and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Creative, self-starting, and eager to learn
• Access to a personal laptop and smartphone is required
• Occasional local travel to events and off-site locations may be needed

Benefits

• Build a professional portfolio
• Mentorship and real-world experience
• Flexible scheduling
• Letters of recommendation and school credit (if applicable)
• The opportunity to make a difference in your local community

How To Apply
Please send a brief note of interest and any relevant experience (resume, portfolio samples, or social links) to Kelsey Forcier, Marketing & Communications Manager: kforcier@marioninstitute.org with the subject line “Marketing Intern Application.”

Hiring Policy
As an equal opportunity employer, the Marion Institute will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant’s race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran or physical/mental disability status, or any other factor prohibited by law.