Throughout the year, we provide remote internship opportunities for exceptional college students to experience being part of our team and to help us in our efforts to assist our families. If you are interested in interning at our organization, please read the description, responsibilities, and qualifications below then email your resume to joseph.gorman@answerthecall.org.
Description
Answer the Call is seeking highly motivated, detail oriented, and ambitious students to assist in planning, promoting, and executing upcoming special events, campaigns, and initiatives. Interns can expect to gain experience in special event planning, donor relations, public relations outreach, social media marketing, and general nonprofit management.
We offer three internship opportunities each year, coinciding with the Spring, Summer, and Fall semesters. Internship dates and times are flexible and can be arranged around the selected student’s schedule, though start and end dates should generally align with the corresponding semester or summer term. The ideal candidate would be able to commit to approximately 6-12 hours of remote work per week. In-person and in-office opportunities vary by semester based on our programming and organizational needs.
Responsibilities
Interns may be asked to assist with:
- Special event planning, management, and execution
- Developing content for our blog and social media channels
- Conducting phone interviews with supporters of our organization
- Participating in web editorial, marketing, and social media campaign brainstorming
- Creating and executing marketing strategies for fundraising campaigns and other program initiatives
- PR outreach efforts for upcoming events and campaigns
- Working on research projects to help us better understand the demographics and needs of the families we are helping
Qualifications
As this is a remote position, all applicants must have their own working computer to participate in this internship. The ideal candidate is a mature, detail-oriented, and creative self-starter who is currently pursuing an undergraduate degree and eager to learn. Additional qualifications include:
- Excellent written and oral communications skills
- Proficiency in and access to MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Proficiency in and access to Google Workspace, including Google Docs, Sheets, and Slides
- Personable and professional demeanor
- Responsible and sensitive to confidentiality issues
- Knowledge of social media and marketing tools like Canva, Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn
- Detail-oriented personality
- Commitment to our mission
Hear From Our Past Interns:
Allison Caras
2026 Summer Intern
Working as a summer intern for Answer the Call has been such a fulfilling and empowering experience. I saw firsthand the hard work it takes to run such a large and impactful nonprofit, both behind the scenes and face-to-face at events like Game & Family Day. This organization has truly inspired me in more ways than I can express, whether it was working alongside such kind and dedicated professionals or volunteering my time to make sure we Never Forget those who made the ultimate sacrifice while continuing to support the families they left behind.
Sarah Catalano
2026 Summer Intern
Being an intern at Answer the Call has a personal meaning for me because I grew up with firefighters in my family and have always understood the dedication and sacrifice that comes with being a first responder. Working at Answer the Call has allowed me to see that commitment from a different perspective and understand the impact it has on the families of fallen first responders. I feel grateful that I’ve gotten to contribute to an organization that feels close to home and supports other families through difficult times.
Morgan Schaefer
2025 Fall Intern
Thank you for welcoming me into your team and providing me a space to learn, grow, and become more confident as a young professional. I am filled with such gratitude for all of the projects I had an opportunity to work on, and the ability to serve the families and community connected with Answer the Call. It was wonderful getting to work alongside each of you in a different way or for a specific project, and I am excited to watch as ATC continues to grow and serve NYC families and first responders.
