Career Board

Welcome to the IAVSW career board. Here we share new positions that support the Human Animal Bond!

These jobs are posted by our community and the IAVSW does not indorse any of the ones listed. If there is a question about the posting please reach out to the contact in the listing.

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IAVSW Communications Intern

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Primary Responsibilities

Assist in developing and scheduling social media content across platforms
Create graphics, flyers, newsletters, and promotional materials aligned with IAVSW branding
Support email marketing campaigns and membership communications
Assist with website updates and content organization
Help promote webinars, conferences, events, and professional development opportunities
Draft or edit blog posts, spotlight stories, and member features
Support communications related to the annual International Veterinary Social Work Summit
Monitor engagement analytics and assist with reporting trends and recommendations
Collaborate with board members and committees on outreach initiatives
Maintain organized communication and content calendars

Preferred Qualifications

Current undergraduate or graduate student in communications, marketing, public relations, social work, veterinary medicine, nonprofit management, graphic design, or related field
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Experience with Canva, Wix, or similar design platforms preferred
Familiarity with social media management tools is a plus
Interest in veterinary social work, mental health, animal welfare, or nonprofit advocacy
Ability to work independently and manage deadlines in a remote environment
Creative, detail-oriented, and collaborative mindset

Learning Opportunities

The intern will gain experience in:

Nonprofit communications and branding
Professional association operations
Conference and event promotion
Social media strategy and engagement
Advocacy and interdisciplinary collaboration
Content creation for mission-driven organizations

Benefits

Flexible remote work experience
Networking opportunities with professionals in veterinary medicine, social work, animal welfare, and academia
Opportunity to contribute to an international organization advancing human and animal well-being
Professional mentorship and portfolio-building opportunities
Potential academic credit if approved by the student’s institution

If interested please email CV and cover letter to Augusta O'Reilly at President@iavsw.org

The Communications Intern will assist with creating and managing digital communications that promote IAVSW initiatives, membership engagement, educational programming, and the annual Veterinary Social Work Summit. The ideal candidate is a strong communicator with an interest in social media, design, storytelling, nonprofit work, or the human-animal bond.