Careers at ALIVE!
Be a changemaker in our community.
At ALIVE!, we work every day to ensure that all Alexandrians have access to food, housing stability, and the support they need to thrive. As a nonprofit rooted in local partnerships and powered by a shared mission, we serve more than 20,000 neighbors each month through food programs, financial assistance, transitional shelter, and more.

Founded in 1969 by a coalition of interfaith congregations and community leaders, ALIVE! is supported today by 50 member congregations, 19 dedicated staff, and thousands of volunteers, donors, and partners who believe that no neighbor should be left behind.

Why ALIVE!?
At ALIVE!, you’ll be part of a passionate, community-driven team working to make a meaningful difference in people’s lives. We offer a supportive work culture, opportunities for professional growth, and the chance to help build a more just and connected Alexandria.

Join our team and help create lasting change—right here at home.

Communications and Development Internship

Location: Alexandria, VA (Hybrid with flexibility for remote work) 
Timeframe: Summer Internship (flexible start/end dates) 
Hours: Full-time (30-40 hours a week) 
Compensation: Unpaid internship; academic credit may be available 

About ALIVE! 

ALIVE! is a mission-driven nonprofit dedicated to providing basic needs assistance, e.g., supporting families through food assistance, housing support, and community engagement. We serve our community with compassion, innovation, and accountability. 

Position Overview 

The Communications & Development Intern will support ALIVE!'s communications and fundraising efforts while gaining meaningful, hands‑on experience in nonprofit operations. This internship is designed to provide professional development, mentorship, and exposure to nonprofit communications and development work. The role offers flexibility for remote work. 

Key Responsibilities: 

Communications Support 

  • Assist with drafting and editing content for ALIVE!'s website, email newsletters, and social media platforms 
  • Help create and schedule social media content across platforms such as Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn 
  • Support basic graphic design or multimedia projects, as skills and interest allow 
  • Help ensure brand consistency across communications 

Development & Fundraising Support 

  • Assist with donor communications, acknowledgments, and stewardship materials 
  • Support data entry and list management in the donor database 
  • Assist with outreach to businesses and restaurants for financial donations and for engaging in our restaurant program 

General Support 

  • Provide administrative and project-based support  
  • Assist with other projects as needed to support ALIVE!'s mission 

Qualifications 

  • Current undergraduate or graduate student, or recent graduate 
  • Strong writing, editing, and interpersonal communication skills 
  • Highly organized, detail oriented, and capable of managing multiple tasks 
  • Interest in nonprofits, community engagement, and social impact 
  • Familiarity with Microsoft Office  

How to Apply 

Interested candidates should submit: 

  • A brief cover letter describing interest in ALIVE! and the internship 
  • A résumé 
  • (Optional) Writing, social media, or design samples 

Please send application materials to commsmgr@alive-inc.org with the subject line: YOUR NAME: Communications & Development Intern Application