Marketing Communications Intern

Job Title: Marketing Communications Intern

Job Type: Paid, part-time (~10 hours/ week) position

Reports to: Director of Strategic Marketing

Location: Washington, DC

Description:

Microfinance Information Exchange (MIX), a leading non-profit organization based in downtown DC, is seeking a Marketing Communications Intern, who can have a direct impact on our marketing and communication efforts. Specifically, we are looking for someone to:

• Help create marketing and communication materials to build brand and product awareness
• Assist Marketing team to develop social media campaigns, to produce MIX email newsletters, and to manage website content
• Improve user experience by supporting response efforts to user inquiries into MIX solutions
• Potentially aid in preparing analysis, such as case studies, for delivery (e.g. tasks include copy-editing, layout design, etc.)
• Contribute to other marketing and communication projects as necessary

Qualifications: 

• Currently enrolled or recently completed a Bachelor’s degree program in Marketing, Communications, or related field
• Fast learner who can thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Self-starter with a strong work ethic and innovative ideas

Skills:

• Solid Microsoft Office skills; Knowledge of Marketo a plus
• Excellent communication, writing and editing skills
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills

To apply:

Qualified candidates should e-mail a cover letter and résumé to Mr. Devang Sheth, Director of Strategic Marketing, at dsheth@themix.org with “Marketing Communications Intern” in the subject line.

About MIX:

MIX is the premier source for objective, qualified and relevant microfinance performance data and analysis. Committed to strengthening financial inclusion and the microfinance sector by promoting transparency, MIX provides performance information on microfinance institutions (MFIs), funders, networks and service providers dedicated to serving the financial sector needs for low-income clients. MIX fulfills its mission through a variety of platforms.

On MIX Market (www.mixmarket.org), we provide instant access to financial and social performance information covering approximately 2,000 MFIs around the world. Our publications, MicroBanking Bulletin and MIX Microfinance World, feature thorough and timely analysis based on qualified data and research. Incorporated in 2002, MIX is a non-profit organization headquartered in Washington, DC with regional offices in Azerbaijan, India, Morocco, and Peru.