Marketing & Communications Internship (Dress for Success Reno, Pack Intern, Spring 2026)

**This internship is hosted by Dress For Success Reno - Northern Nevada and sponsored by the Nevada Career Studio and ASUN. 

Students are highly encouraged to visit the Nevada Career Studio in-person Fridays from 12:00 to 4:00 or use our Virtual Resume + Cover Letter Tune Up service BEFORE applying for these positions. Students are welcome to by any time during our drop-in hours, but we’ll have dedicated staff on Fridays! Resumes and cover letters that do not meet NCS expectations will not be included in applicant packages to employers.   

Dress For Success Reno - Northern Nevada 

About Dress For Success Reno - Northern Nevada: 

Dress for Success Reno – Northern Nevada is part of a global network of 132 affiliates committed to empowering women to achieve economic independence. Through our programs — including professional attire, career development, and job readiness support — we help women build confidence, gain employment, and thrive in work and life. 

Our affiliate operates with one full-time staff member and two part-time employees, relying heavily on the dedication of our volunteers to help deliver programs and services. As a small but mighty team, we foster a culture of transparency, collaboration, and shared purpose — everyone contributes to our mission-driven work. 

While many program initiatives are underway, our greatest need is in marketing and social media. Storytelling and strategic messaging are vital to building public awareness and generating the fundraising support necessary to sustain our programs. 

In January 2026, Dress for Success Worldwide will launch a global brand refresh, and our local affiliate will participate in the rollout. This internship provides an exciting opportunity to support that effort while helping to launch other key initiatives — including a quarterly newsletter, expanded digital storytelling, and marketing for our Shop for Success Thrift Boutique in Midtown Reno. Every sale from the boutique directly supports our nonprofit mission and the women we serve. 

Internship Description: 

The Marketing & Communications Intern will play a vital role in enhancing public awareness and community engagement for Dress for Success Reno – Northern Nevada. This position will support the organization’s marketing, social media, storytelling, and event promotion efforts, including the rollout of the global brand refresh launching in January 2026, development of a quarterly newsletter, and promotion of the Shop for Success Thrift Boutique, where every sale supports our nonprofit mission. 

Duties/Responsibilities: 

• Assist with social media content creation, scheduling, and engagement across platforms (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn). 
• Develop storytelling content featuring clients, volunteers, and community partners. 
• Support brand rollout efforts in alignment with the Dress for Success Global 2026 brand refresh. 
• Contribute to the design and production of marketing materials (flyers, e-newsletters, web updates). 
• Capture and organize photos and videos for digital and print use. 
• Assist in event promotion and coverage, including fundraisers, volunteer drives, and boutique pop-ups. 
• Help maintain brand consistency across all communication channels. 
• Collaborate with the Executive Director and Marketing Committee on campaign planning and analytics. 

Goals and Expectations of the Intern: 

• Complete 120 hours of work as an intern (8-15 hours per week, 15 weeks total) 
• Deadlines and job expectations are met. 
• Interest in nonprofit communications, women’s empowerment, and social impact marketing. 
• Self-motivated, creative, and dependable with excellent time management skills. 

Required Qualifications: 

• Must be a degree-seeking undergraduate student at the University of Nevada, Reno during the Spring ‘26 semester 
• Strong writing, editing, and storytelling abilities. 
• Familiarity with Canva, Hootsuite, or similar social media tools. 
• Interest in nonprofit communications, women’s empowerment, and social impact marketing. 
• Self-motivated, creative, and dependable with excellent time management skills. 

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Currently enrolled at the University of Nevada, Reno in Marketing, Communications, Journalism, Graphic Design, Business, or related field. 

Desired Schedule for Intern:  

Applicants should plan to work approximately 15 hours per week: 

• Option 1: 5 hours per day, 3 days per week 
• Option 2: 4 hours per day, 4 days per week 
• Hybrid schedule: combination of virtual and in-person work at the Midtown Reno office. 
• Flexible hours as long as deadlines and expectations are met. 

Occasional weekends and evenings are required for events.

PIGP internships require interns to complete 120 hours during their internship. It is the intern’s responsibility to ensure this requirement is met.