Think Local First | DC Locals Mean Business!

Think Local First is looking to grow and we need your help!

In addition to our Marketing Member Relations and Event Planning Interns, we are seeking someone to boost us to the next
level through online organizing. Let us know if you or others are interested!

Online Organizing/Social Media Intern
Washington, DC

Through online social networks and other web tools, the Online Organizing Team supports Think Local First DC’s efforts by recruiting, organizing and educating consumers and businesses to take action in the local movement both online and in their communities.
While building expertise in the most cutting edge online organizing strategies and tactics the Online Organizing intern will help Think Local First launch a broader campaign to support a more sustainable and thriving local economy in DC. Online media will be used to promote local, independent business; buying local and sourcing and eating locally produced food.

Responsibilities
Use online tools like Facebook, You Tube, Flickr, and blogs to promote and publicize priority Think Local First campaigns. Recruit and engage online and on-the-ground supporters across the district.

Hours
10 to 15 hours a week
Mostly offsite
Qualifications
Familiarity with local blogs, online social networks such as Facebook, Flickr, YouTube and other “web 2.0” tools. Excellent written and verbal communications skills. Strong online research skills. Intern will occasionally play a roll in membership management, promotion and website updates.

Educational requirements
Degree or major of junior/senior standing in Online Journalism, Communications, Marketing or Business.

Personal Requirements
Intern must have the ability to work independently and multi-task. TLF is looking for someone with strong writing skills that is detailed oriented. Added bonus if intern is familiar with DC and has a passion for small business, community development or local food initiatives.

About Think Local First DC:
www.thinklocalfirstdc.com
Think Local First is a 501c3 nonprofit that works with independent businesses, consumers and policymakers to grow a sustainable local economy in Washington DC. Think Local First DC is a proud member of the Business Alliance for Local Living Economies (BALLE).

For more information please send resumes and questions to Stacey Price at stacey@thinklocalfirstdc.com.