Public Relations & Communications Specialist

Marketing Specialist
Career and Leadership Launchpad
Kenwood University of New York Campus Association, Inc.

About Kenwood
Kenwood University of New York Campus Association, Inc. (“Kenwood”) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing higher education through real-world learning, professional mentorship, and community engagement. Kenwood empowers students and young professionals to gain practical experience, build leadership skills, and create meaningful impact while preparing for long-term career success.

Role Overview
The unpaid Marketing Specialist role within Kenwood’s Career and Leadership Launchpad is an experiential learning opportunity designed to provide hands-on exposure to marketing, communications, and brand strategy in a professional nonprofit environment.

Participant Responsibilities

• Draft and develop press releases, media communications, promotional copy, and public-facing stories that strengthen Kenwood’s visibility and brand voice.
• Proactively support marketing initiatives that promote Kenwood’s mission, programs, and community impact
• Create, edit, and publish video content for social media and digital platforms
• Assist with the creation, scheduling, and management of content across platforms such as LinkedIn, Instagram, and TikTok
• Draft and edit marketing copy for newsletters, website updates, and event promotions
• Track and report basic performance metrics to support continuous improvement
• Collaborate with team members across divisions to meet project deadlines
• Participate in mentorship sessions, trainings, and skill-building workshops
• Contribute new ideas to improve engagement, visibility, and brand presence
• Demonstrate a willingness to learn new skills, experiment, and grow through both successes and challenges
• Engage in assigned projects and learning opportunities to the extent of their comfort level, interest, and capacity, while communicating proactively with Kenwood leadership about preferences, boundaries, and areas for growth
• Communicate thoughtful feedback, observations, and suggestions regarding internal operations, workflows, and areas of opportunity to support continuous improvement within Kenwood

Time Commitment

The program runs August 30 through November 30 and requires approximately 10 hours per week. Participants enjoy a flexible schedule that combines independent project work, collaborative team meetings, mentorship, and leadership and professional development workshops. Throughout the semester, you'll work alongside ambitious students while gaining hands-on experience on meaningful, real-world projects.

Best of all, there is no cost to participate. Top-performing participants may also be selected to attend a national industry conference, offering the opportunity to learn from industry leaders, expand their professional network, and gain exposure to career opportunities beyond the classroom.

Pay: $0.10 per hour

Work Location: Remote