Job Description
Level: Entry
Job Location: San Diego County - San Diego, CA 92110
Position Type: Full TimeEducation
Level: High School
Salary Range: $18.25 - $18.25 Hourly
Job Shift: Day
Job Category: Nonprofit - Social ServicesWhy join our team
We are seeking a Marketing Intern to support regional employer engagement and employment programs across multiple service areas. This role provides hands-on experience supporting Business Development and Employment Program teams through outreach, marketing, and event support tied directly to employment outcomes.
The ideal candidate is adaptable, organized, and interested in how marketing and employer engagement support employment outcomes. They are comfortable supporting multiple regions and contributing to outreach efforts that strengthen employer partnerships.
The intern will learn how marketing supports regional employer engagement and employment outcomes, working within established messaging, brand guidelines, and real-world timelines while collaborating across Business Development, Employment Programs, and regional teams. The intern will also gain hands-on experience with employer-facing marketing materials, event promotion, and mission-driven storytelling in a nonprofit, workforce-focused environment.
This internship will be starting on June 1, 2026 and ending on August 7, 2026.
This role requires intern to work 100% onsite in our San Diego HQ. Housing assistance and stipends are not provided.
How you'll make an impact
Our interns at Options For All are matched with projects that align with their skills and interests, as well as the current needs of our organization. Each project is designed to have meaningful strategic or operational importance, providing interns with a valuable opportunity to make a tangible impact while gaining real-world experience in a supportive environment.
Why you’ll love it here
We believe that building a Best Place to Work begins with valuing and celebrating the contributions of every team member. Join us and be part of a supportive, growth-focused workplace where you can truly thrive.
- Inclusive culture: We celebrate diversity and welcome applicants from all communities.
- Team vibe: Work alongside people who love what they do and are here to support you every step of the way.
- Make a difference: Help clients live their best lives by achieving their goals, gaining independence, and being part of their communities.
- Your Benefits Start Day 1:
- - 100% company-paid Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage for employees.
- - Comprehensive coverage for qualifying dependents (Dental and Vision 100%, Medical 50%).
- - Retirement savings plan with a 5% company match.
- - Generous Mileage reimbursement to support your travel needs.
What you'll gain
- Hands-on experience supporting employer engagement and workforce development initiatives across multiple regions.
- Exposure to how marketing and outreach directly support employment outcomes and community partnerships.
- Skill development in mission-driven storytelling within a nonprofit and workforce-focused environment.
- Opportunities to collaborate across Business Development, Employment Programs, and regional teams.
- Mentorship from experienced professionals working at the intersection of marketing, business development, and community impact.
What you’ll be doing
As a Employment Services Marketing Intern at Options For All, you will:
- Support regional employer outreach and engagement in collaboration with Business Development and Employment Program teams
- Collaborate with internal teams and support multiple regions as priorities shift
- Help gather, organize, and maintain outreach materials for future regional use
- Assist with development and updating of region-specific outreach and marketing materials
- Support regional job fairs, employer engagement events, and community outreach activities
- Prepare and organize employer-facing materials including flyers, one-pagers, presentations, and engagement packets
- Assist with promotion of employment programs such as Project SEARCH, paid work experiences, and other workforce initiatives
What we’re looking for
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Qualifications:
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- - Must have and maintain valid drivers’ license, acceptable driving record, and ability to travel within and throughout region where services are provided.
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- - Must be 21 years of age or older.
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- - Must complete and pass background check.
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- Education:
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- - Current student or recent graduate in Communications, Marketing, Journalism, Film/Media, Public Relations, Human Services, or a related field (or equivalent portfolio experience).
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- - Minimum 3.0 GPA
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Experience:
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- - Familiarity with social media platforms and analytics tools (e.g., Meta Business Suite, Instagram Insights).
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- Skills
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- - Interest in marketing, workforce development, business development, or community engagement
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- - Strong organizational and communication skills
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- - Ability to manage multiple regional priorities
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- - Comfortable collaborating across teams
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- - Strong writing skills, with the ability to create concise, compelling social captions
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- - Strong command of photo/video capture skills using a smartphone (composition, lighting, clear audio)
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- - Demonstrated ability with editing skills (e.g., Canva or similar tools)
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- - High judgment with confidentiality and professionalism, especially when capturing content in the field
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This position requires the employee to regularly stand, walk, sit, talk and hear. They must be capable of writing, using a computer keyboard, telephone and related office equipment. Ability to lift 15lbs.
The physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The employee will be working in community environments, employment sites and office environments. The employee will experience normal office conditions with a well-lighted work area and minor noise from standard office equipment.
Options For All is committed to the full inclusion of individuals with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please submit your request to: Ciara Quinones at cquinones@optionsforall.org
