We’re Looking for Two Fall Interns!

Want to join the NaNoWriMo team? We’re currently hiring two paid, part-time, remote interns for the fall: one Editorial & Programs Intern, and one Marketing & Fund Development Intern. Our interns are deeply appreciated, and become fully integrated into our team. You can find more details about the positions below.

NaNoWriMo Fall 2022 Internship Overview

Internship Requirements:

Must be available from September 1, 2022, to December 15, 2022, for 12 hours per weekMust be available at least 2 days per week (M-F)Must be located in the United StatesMust be at least 18 years oldMust have access to reliable internet and computer/equipment that enables video conferencingMust be passionate about writing, education, non-profits, and/or or building and working with online communities

The ideal candidates will have the opportunity to support projects based on experience and organizational need.

We will consider every application carefully and holistically, so please don’t hesitate to introduce yourself—even if your experience doesn’t line up exactly with this list. We don’t expect anyone to have experience with all of these categories, but look forward to seeing applicants with different combinations of experience.

Editorial & Programs Intern

Someone who loves meeting new people and engaging in digital communityExcellent writing and editing skills, especially for online non-fiction content (i.e. blogs, newsletters, etc.)Virtual facilitation and leadership skills (i.e. Discord, Twitch, Zoom, forums, etc.)Video filming and editing experience; familiarity with YouTube

Marketing & Fund Development Intern

Someone who loves to build relationships through branding and storytellingSocial media savvy (especially TikTok and/or Instagram)Curiosity around community fundraising and the ways we give charitablyResearch know-how and excitement around systems and operations

Additional skill sets that would be supportive in either of these roles:

Non-profit experience (paid and/or volunteer capacity)
Experience with Wordpress or HTMLGraphics creation and editing (i.e. digital and/or physical art, experience with Photoshop, Canva, etc.)Project managementAbility to work well with a teamTime management / the ability to meet deadlines for simultaneous projectsCreative idea generation, and enthusiasm to take ideas from theory to practiceFamiliarity with NaNoWriMo’s programs and eventsA creative practice

Interns receive training from our staff, and learn skills related to:

Content creation for websites and emails
Working with authors, designers, and other contributorsHosting YouTube live-streams and Zoom eventsManaging organizational social media accountsPublic relations and media outreachData organization and interpretationSupporting student writers and organizational volunteersNonprofit operations and administration

General administrative tasks may be asked of all interns. In addition to learning about the nonprofit sector, our interns acquire skills they can apply to careers in technology, the literary arts, press/communications, and program management.

Location and hours: This is a part-time, temporary, remote position. Attending regular video meetings is required. Interns must live in the United States. This internship cycle runs for 15 weeks, beginning September 1, 2022. Interns must be able to commit to 12 hours per week, and must be available at least two days per week (M-F).

Compensation: This internship pays $18/hour. We can complete any documentation needed for college credit hours. Interns also get free NaNoWriMo merchandise, plus buckets of gratitude from staff and our participants all around the world.

NaNoWriMo is committed to diversity and building an inclusive environment for people of all backgrounds, and we are taking steps to meet that commitment. Our community-at-large includes women, people of color, LGBTQIA+ people, and people with disabilities, and we highly encourage folks from these communities to apply.

How to Apply

To apply, please fill out the Internship Application form. Although the volume of applications we get may prevent us from responding to everyone, you will get a confirmation that your application has been received.

Applications are open through Sunday, August 14. Will be in touch with applicants by Friday, August 19, if we’d like to schedule a video interview.