Looking for a summer internship that would put your writing skills to use? My Career Online has all kinds of internship options  and are adding new ones weekly. Here’s just a sample of the 290 internships posted on their database.

Web and Communications Assistant, Alumni Relations

The Web and Communications Intern will provide support for web maintenance and web quality control, content development, and social media marketing. He/she will also edit and assist in the creation of new content. Examples include web articles developed from interviews with donors and the beneficiaries of private philanthropic support and posts to social media.  The position will also research websites for new ideas and support of best practices in web communications and advancement communications. (Job ID:  24857)

Communication Intern, ABCD (Action for Boston Community Development)

The North End / West End Neighborhood Service Center is looking for a Communications Intern who is interested in learning new skills and applying his /her knowledge to develop and maintain the center’s quarterly newsletter. The intern will gain working knowledge in creating content, designing captivating layouts, as well as the effective marketing and distribution of promotional materials. In addition, the intern will understand the importance of supporting an efficient non-profit service center. (Job ID:  24929)

Communications-Grant Writer Intern Summer 2015, EMARC

IMMEDIATE OPENINGS FOR GRANT WRITER INTERN:  Summer 2015: May – August (can be negotiated), 10-15 hours/ week.  EMARC is currently seeking a Grants Writer Intern in our Wakefield, MA office starting in May going through August (dates can be agreed upon). The Intern would assist the agency in researching & writing grant proposals & would report to the Director of Development. This is a voluntary position and is unpaid. (Job ID:  24562)

Marketing and Community Engagement Internship, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Massachusetts Bay

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Massachusetts Bay seeks an intern to work with a dynamic Marketing & Community Engagement Team, in a fast-paced environment. The selected intern will gain knowledge and professional skills by working side by side with the Marketing and Community Engagement Associate on a variety of projects relating to recruiting Big Brothers in the Boston area.  The BBBSMB Marketing & Community Engagement internship experience includes a variety of opportunities to gain knowledge on inbound marketing, blogging, developing design expertise and media pitching.  Additional responsibilities include:  Writing Blog posts for Being BIG; Interviewing local Big Brothers and family members in the program for potential stories; Repurposing old stories for the new website and blog and managing our Blog calendar; Local media pitching; Assistance writing for social media platforms; Assisting with design projects for upcoming events and opportunities; Gain access to world renown marketing platforms like Hubspot with free access to trainings on developing Inbound Marketing skills. (Job ID:  24505)

Note that if you have not had your resume and cover letter critiqued by a career specialist, you will need to do so in order to apply for an intern position. Call Career Services to set up an appointment at 617-287-5519.