Job Description
Knoxville Habitat for Humanity Internship
Position: Marketing and Communications Intern – Knoxville Habitat for Humanity
Location: Hybrid - Time split between the HQ (80%) and ReStore (20%)
Knoxville Habitat for Humanity HQ
1501 Washington Ave. Knoxville, TN 37917
Knoxville Habitat for Humanity ReStore
1511 Downtown West Blvd. Knoxville, TN 37919
Duration: Semester-based (Fall, Spring, or Summer)
Opportunity to extend into a subsequent semester based on performance and availability
Hours: Part-time, 15-20 hours per week
Compensation: $15 per hour
Position Overview
The Marketing & Communications Intern is a semester-long, learning-focused role designed to provide hands-on experience in nonprofit marketing and communications. The intern supports outreach efforts for both the Knoxville Habitat for Humanity affiliate and the Knoxville Habitat ReStore.
This role is supervised and collaborative. Interns assist with drafting content, supporting campaigns, and contributing to marketing projects under the guidance of the Marketing & Communications (MarComm) team. Final messaging, publishing, strategy, and decision-making remain the responsibility of staff.
The on-site schedule follows an 80/20 split between the affiliate headquarters and the ReStore, while project work supports both areas. This structure provides exposure to storytelling, digital marketing, campaign execution, and community engagement across both nonprofit and retail environments.
Key Responsibilities
With training and supervision, the intern may assist with:
Content & Digital Marketing Support
Drafting social media captions and assisting with content content creation/scheduling (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn)
Supporting email newsletters and digital communications
Drafting content for blog posts, website updates, and events
Campaigns & Events
Supporting promotion of fundraising campaigns, volunteer opportunities, and community events
Assisting with event-day content capture and post-event recap materials
Photography & Creative Assets
Capturing photos and short-form video at events or the ReStore (with guidance)
Assisting with organizing and managing digital assets
Reporting & Organization
Tracking basic digital engagement metrics and summarizing performance
Supporting content calendars, timelines, and project organization
Responsibilities may expand gradually as skills and confidence develop.
Qualifications
Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from an undergraduate or graduate program in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, Advertising, or a related field
Strong written communication skills
Interest in nonprofit work and community impact
Willingness to learn, accept feedback, and collaborate
Familiarity with social media platforms (Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn)
Experience with Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, or similar tools is a plus, but not required
What You’ll Gain
Hands-on experience supporting nonprofit and retail marketing initiatives
Exposure to marketing strategies for fundraising, volunteer engagement, and retail operations
Opportunities to build an approved professional portfolio
Mentorship and feedback from experienced marketing professionals
Insight into mission-driven storytelling and ethical communications
Supervision & Work Environment
Interns are supervised by the Marketing & Communications team
Weekly check-ins provide guidance and feedback
The goal of this internship is an in-person experience
Limited remote work may be approved at the discretion of the direct supervisor
Interns must maintain the same availability and professionalism whether working remotely or in-office
Interns receive an Intern Handbook outlining expectations, learning objectives, and policies.
How to Apply
Please submit a resume, cover letter, and any relevant work samples via our online application portal.
Application Deadline: November 5, 2026
Equal Opportunity Employer
Knoxville Habitat for Humanity is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We encourage applicants of varied races, ethnicities, national origins, religions, gender identities and sexual orientations, disabilities, veteran status, socio-economic backgrounds, and perspectives.
Knoxville Habitat for Humanity is a drug-free workplace and a Tennessee Drug Free Workplace.
Job Tags
Hourly pay, Part time, Summer work, Work at office, Remote work