Marketing Intern

About Cornerstone Support Services

Cornerstone Support Services, Inc. is a dedicated nonprofit organization delivering high-quality, safe, and caring support services to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities across a variety of community settings. We are committed to person-centered services, community inclusion, ethical conduct, and the dignity and rights of every individual we serve.

Position Overview

Cornerstone Support Services is seeking a motivated and compassionate Marketing and Community Engagement Intern to support our Day Services program. This is a supervised learning placement designed to provide real-world experience communicating a nonprofit mission, researching community resources, and developing accessible outreach materials.

The intern will work under the guidance of the Day Services Administrator and a designated staff mentor with marketing or communications experience. This opportunity is ideal for students looking to apply their coursework in a meaningful, mission-driven environment.

What You Will Do

Supervised Learning and Observation

• Shadow the Day Services Administrator and mentor during planning, communications, and community outreach activities
• Participate in scheduled instruction, weekly feedback meetings, a midpoint review, and a final evaluation
• Maintain an activity and learning log (without participant identifiers)

Marketing and Communications

• Research target audiences and nonprofit communications best practices
• Draft flyers, brochures, newsletters, social media content, and a sample marketing calendar for supervisor review
• Revise materials based on feedback, incorporating accessible language and approved Cornerstone branding

Community Research and Outreach

• Research public information on community organizations and potential partners
• Develop a resource list and draft outreach messages about inclusion and collaboration opportunities
• Observe or assist with approved outreach meetings and event planning under staff direction

Learning Objectives and Key Deliverables

By the end of this placement, you will be able to:

• Explain the Day Services mission and communicate it effectively to diverse audiences
• Prepare accessible, audience-appropriate communications materials
• Research and identify potential community partners
• Plan and propose a limited outreach project
• Apply confidentiality requirements and professional-boundary standards in a disability-services setting

Minimum Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a college, university, or approved educational program in marketing, communications, business, graphic design, human services, or a related field
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to receive feedback, manage assignments, and work collaboratively under supervision
• Basic computer proficiency and familiarity with Microsoft Office
• Canva or similar graphic design experience is a plus - professional marketing experience is not required
• Commitment to working respectfully with individuals with disabilities

Pre-Placement Requirements

Prior to beginning any activities, the selected intern must complete:

• Applicable background screening and required forms
• A signed placement agreement documenting dates, hours, learning goals, mentor, and compensation status
• Role-specific orientation covering Cornerstone’s philosophy, HIPAA and confidentiality, human rights and abuse prevention, incident reporting, emergency procedures, and applicable conduct and social media policies
• TB certification (required for direct participant contact)
• Drug screening, if required under Cornerstone’s adopted policy

Important Placement Notes

• This is an unpaid educational placement; academic credit is determined by the student’s school and is not guaranteed by Cornerstone
• This position does not include independent direct support responsibilities
• There is no promise of employment upon completion
• Cornerstone may end or suspend the placement for safety, conduct, educational, or operational reasons, subject to applicable law and the placement agreement

How to Apply

Interested students should contact the Day Services Administrator to initiate the placement process. Be prepared to share your academic program details, learning objectives, and availability. Both your institution and Cornerstone’s HR team will need to confirm that the placement meets your program’s field requirements.

Cornerstone Support Services, Inc. is an equal opportunity organization committed to inclusion, dignity, and community for all.