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The Order Sons and Daughters of Italy in America (OSDIA), the oldest and largest national organization representing Italian American men and women, is seeking a dedicated Media &amp; Communications Intern for summer 2026. The internship will be fully remote, with the option to work from OSDIA&rsquo;s National Headquarters in Capitol Hill in Washington, D.C.The Media &amp; Communications Intern will directly assist the Editor-in-Chief of Italian America magazine, the nation&rsquo;s most widely-read publication for Italian Americans, with strategic communication and magazine-related efforts.Ideal candidates will demonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills, adaptability in a dynamic environment, and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite. Experience in communications and/or journalism is highly preferred. Candidates should also be detail-oriented, collaborative, and capable of exhibiting professional phone etiquette.Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:<ul><li>Supporting media relations efforts by conducting outreach and drafting press releases on behalf of the OSDIA National Office.</li><li>Assisting the communications team with social media strategy, content development, and broader marketing initiatives.</li><li>Contributing to website projects, including content creation, updates, and quality assurance.</li><li>Preparing and proofreading official correspondence for OSDIA executive leadership to ensure accuracy, clarity, and organizational consistency.</li><li>Researching, writing, and editing articles for Italian America, with the potential to earn a byline in the nation&rsquo;s largest publication for Italian Americans, reaching nearly 25,000 households quarterly.</li><li>Producing written content for official OSDIA publications, including Italian America, event programs, newsletters, and informational materials.</li><li>Providing administrative support, including answering phone inquiries, managing email communications, and completing additional tasks as assigned.</li></ul>Requirements:Applicants must be currently enrolled at an accredited college or university or have graduated within the past two years. Candidates should be pursuing a degree in communications, journalism, or a related field, or possess relevant professional experience. Italian language skills are preferred but not required.Internship Session:The program will run from June 1, 2026, through August 7, 2026. Interns are expected to work a minimum of 20 hours per week, Monday through Friday, with scheduling based on the applicant&rsquo;s availability.Compensation:Interns will receive a stipend of $1500, paid in two sums over the course of the internship period.When Applying: Interested applicants should submit the following materials with their application:<ul><li>Resume (PDF format)</li><li>Cover letter (one page), outlining your qualifications, interest in OSDIA, and what you hope to gain from the internship experience.</li><li>Two writing samples (1&ndash;5 double-spaced pages each) that demonstrate strong command of style, tone, and story structure. Preferred samples include news or feature articles written in AP Style or long-form features. Relevant academic writing samples will also be accepted.</li></ul>Application Deadline: April 15thJob Type: InternshipPay: $1,500.00 per yearApplication Question(s):<ul><li>Are you enrolled in an accredited college or university, or will you have graduated from one within the past two years upon applying?</li><li>Are you pursuing, or have you received a degree in communications, journalism, or a related field. If not, do you possess relevant work experience?</li></ul>Language:<ul><li>Italian (Preferred)</li></ul>Work Location: Remote

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