PR Marketing

Founder and Executive Director of Curvaceous Behavior Nonprofit.

Spring 2026 PR & Marketing Internship

AKU Nonprofit

In Collaboration with Curvaceous Behavior Nonprofit

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Location:

Charlotte, NC (Hybrid: Remote + Occasional In-Person Meetings)

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Internship Dates: January 12, 2026 – April 4, 2026

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Duration: 11 weeks

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Final date to receive applications: January 7, 2026

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Number of Positions: 1 Intern

AKU Nonprofit is seeking one motivated, creative, and business‑minded college student for a Spring 2026 PR & Marketing Internship
. This opportunity is ideal for a local Charlotte‑based student with an interest or background in public relations, marketing, communications, branding, and business strategy
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The intern will play a key role in supporting AKU Nonprofit’s rebranding efforts
, marketing strategy, and storytelling initiatives, while also gaining hands‑on experience in event planning and promotion through collaborative projects with Curvaceous Behavior Nonprofit.

This is a hybrid internship
—most work will be completed remotely during the week, with occasional in‑person meetings, workshops, and events in Charlotte, NC.

AKU Nonprofit is a Charlotte‑based youth arts organization dedicated to providing free art education and creative programming to students in underserved communities, with a strong focus on the West Charlotte Corridor
. AKU offers community paint classes, youth workshops, and outreach initiatives that make art accessible and empowering.

Curvaceous Behavior Nonprofit focuses on wellness, creative expression, and empowerment‑based programming. Through its collaboration with AKU, interns gain exposure to community‑centered event planning and nonprofit operations.

Primary Focus – AKU Nonprofit (PR & Marketing):

• Assist with rebranding AKU Nonprofit
  , including messaging, visuals, and brand storytelling
• Support marketing and PR strategy development
• Create and manage social media content (Instagram, Facebook, Tik Tok)
• Develop visual and written content for youth programs and campaigns
• Conduct community outreach to local schools, artists, and businesses
• Draft and send professional outreach and promotional emails
• Support fundraising and donor engagement efforts

Secondary Focus – Curvaceous Behavior Nonprofit (Event Support): 5th Annual PROM PROJECT

• Assist with event planning and promotion
• Gain hands‑on experience supporting wellness and community‑based programming
• Help with promotional projects and event logistics

• 20–26 hours per week
• 4 days per week
  , approximately 4–6 hours per day
• Mostly remote with occasional in‑person meetings and events

• Must be a college student currently enrolled and based in Charlotte, NC
• Background or strong interest in PR, marketing, communications, branding, or business
• Passionate about creative arts, storytelling, and community impact
• Self‑motivated, reliable, and able to work independently
• Comfortable with social media and digital communication
• Available for occasional in‑person meetings and events

• Unpaid internship
• Eligible for college credit
• (Students must provide required documentation from their college or university. AKU will provide supervision and verification as needed.)
• Intern will receive:
  • Hands‑on mentorship
  • Real‑world experience in nonprofit marketing and branding
  • Portfolio‑building opportunities
  • Exposure to community arts, wellness programming, and event planning

Please submit the following:

• Resume
• Cover Letter

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Email: (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).

You may also apply directly through the job posting platform.

🗓️ Interviews will be scheduled via Zoom between January 9–11, 2026.