ABOUT ALLIANCE COLLEGE-READY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Alliance College-Ready Public Schools is one of the largest and most successful nonprofit public charter school networks in the nation, operating 26 high-performing, middle and high schools that educate nearly 13,000 scholars who make up the heart of Los Angeles’ Latinx, Black, and recent immigrant communities. Alliance schools have been recognized as among the best in the nation by U.S. News & World Report, Newsweek, the U.S. Department of Education, and the California Department of Education. Since opening our first school in 2004, 95% of Alliance scholars have graduated from high school. We strive to uplift our scholars and their communities by fostering unparalleled educational opportunities that encourage scholarly thought, resilient learning, powerful communication, mind-body wellness, and community advocacy. To learn more, visit www.LAalliance.org.

ROLE SUMMARY

The Marketing Intern (Unpaid) will support the development, execution, and monitoring of key marketing and creative efforts for the Alliance network. This role is ideal for a student interested in digital marketing, social media, education equity, community engagement, or content creation. The intern will work closely with the Marketing Manager and Director of Marketing to help strengthen our online presence, build community trust, and support family-facing communications throughout Los Angeles. The Communication Intern will be managed by the Director of Marketing and Creative. 

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Social Media Support (CEO Social + Alliance Corporate Accounts)

• Assist with planning, drafting, scheduling, and monitoring content for Alliance corporate social media channels and the CEO’s professional social accounts.

• Bring creative ideas to the table for storytelling, community engagement, and brand building.

• Support execution of content plans, including graphics, captions, reels, and basic editing.

• Help monitor comments, messages, and engagement to grow a positive online community for Alliance families.

• Track performance and report on social media metrics in partnership with the Marketing Manager.

Email Communications Support

• Assist the Director of Marketing in drafting, editing, and formatting family-facing emails (Mailchimp, SchoolMint).

• Support light design and layout using Mailchimp templates.

• Help QA test emails for mobile responsiveness, accessibility, and accuracy in Spanish and English.

• Assist with scheduling and sending network-wide email campaigns using automation techniques.

• Perform additional related duties as assigned.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Pursuing a degree from an accredited college or university in marketing

• Strong writing and editing skills

• Experience and proficiency in social media and digital storytelling

• Detail-oriented, organized, and proactive

• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment

• Collaborative and open to feedback

• Experience with social media tools (Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn)

• Familiarity with Mailchimp or similar email platforms

• Basic design skills (Canva, CapCut, or similar)

• Bilingual English/Spanish

WORK LOCATION

This position is an unpaid internship; however, students will receive course credit. The position is for 10–15 hours per week. In this hybrid role, students can work remotely; however, some travel may be required to our network office in DTLA and to school sites across LA County.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Interested candidates should submit an application. Please note that only candidates who are selected for an interview will be contacted.

Unfortunately, we are not able to sponsor or support applicants on visas at this time or in the foreseeable future.

DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION

Alliance College-Ready Public Schools is dedicated to