Communications & Social Media Team Volunteer
Volunteer Success · United States
- Hybrid
- Full-time
- United States
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Job highlights
- Create engaging content for digital platforms.
- Promote programs, events, and community resources.
- Develop skills in communications and social media.
- Contribute to meaningful community initiatives.
- Gain portfolio-building and leadership experience.
About the role
Communications & Social Media Team Volunteer
The Arrival Aid Foundation is looking for volunteers to join our communications team to help strengthen our connection with immigrant and refugee communities while growing our online presence.
Location
Virtual / Remote
This opportunity can be done from anywhere.
When
Opportunity Type: Ongoing - Start Anytime
Schedule: Flexible
Role Overview
We are looking for creative and motivated volunteers to join Arrival Aid’s Communications & Social Media Team. Volunteers will help create engaging and accessible content to promote programs, events, advocacy initiatives, and community resources across our digital platforms. This is a great opportunity for individuals interested in communications, design, storytelling, social impact, community engagement, or digital media.
Responsibilities
- Designing Instagram posts, stories, and promotional graphics
- Creating reels, short-form videos, or visual content
- Writing captions, newsletters, or outreach materials
- Supporting social media planning and scheduling
- Promoting workshops, events, and community initiatives
- Helping ensure content is accessible, inclusive, and community-centered
- Brainstorming creative campaigns and engagement ideas
- Photography or event content collection (if applicable)
Qualifications
We welcome applicants of all experience levels. Ideal volunteers may have:
- Interest in social impact, community engagement, advocacy, or storytelling
- Familiarity with platforms such as Instagram, Canva, TikTok, or CapCut
- Creativity and willingness to collaborate
- Strong communication skills
- Experience in graphic design, photography, videography, or social media is an asset, but not required
- Passion for inclusive and accessible communication
What You’ll Gain
- Experience in nonprofit/community communications
- Portfolio-building opportunities
- Creative leadership and collaboration experience
- Volunteer reference(s) upon request
- Opportunity to contribute to meaningful community initiatives
Accessibility & Inclusion
Arrival Aid is committed to creating inclusive and welcoming volunteer opportunities. We strongly encourage applications from newcomers, racialized youth, disabled and neurodivergent individuals, LGBTQ2S+ individuals, and people with diverse lived experiences.
Application Instructions
Please send the following to info@arrival-aid.ca by June 14, 2026:
- A short introduction about yourself
- Your resume
- Any relevant interests or experience
- Examples of past work (can include Canva projects, Instagram posts, graphics, or story designs, videography etc.)
Volunteer Requirements
Whether you meet these requirements or not, we encourage you to share your interest in us. You may still be a fit for a different opportunity with our organization.
- Over “age of majority” in province of opportunity
- Minimum 16 years old
- Completed profile on VolunteerSuccess.com
- Resume or Linkedin profile
- Own laptop with internet access and camera
Key Skills/Competency
- Social Media Marketing
- Content Creation
- Graphic Design
- Video Editing
- Communications
- Storytelling
- Community Engagement
- Digital Marketing
- Nonprofit Communications
- Volunteer Coordination
Skills & topics
- Communications
- Social Media
- Marketing
- Content Creation
- Graphic Design
- Volunteer
- Nonprofit
- Remote
- Digital Marketing
- Storytelling
How to get hired
- Tailor your application: Highlight relevant interests in social impact, community engagement, or advocacy.
- Showcase your skills: Include examples of past work, even personal projects, demonstrating creativity.
- Complete your profile: Ensure your VolunteerSuccess.com profile is up-to-date and professional.
- Submit required documents: Send your introduction, resume, interests, and work examples to info@arrival-aid.ca by June 14, 2026.
Technical preparation
Familiarize yourself with Instagram, Canva, TikTok, CapCut.,Practice creating social media graphics and short videos.,Review principles of accessible and inclusive content.,Prepare a portfolio of relevant design or video work.
Behavioral questions
Describe a time you collaborated creatively.,How do you ensure content is inclusive?,Share your passion for community engagement.,How do you manage flexible work tasks?
Frequently asked questions
- What is the application deadline for the Communications & Social Media Team Volunteer role at Arrival Aid Foundation?
- The deadline to submit your application for the Communications & Social Media Team Volunteer position is June 14, 2026. Please ensure all required documents are sent to info@arrival-aid.ca.
- Is there an age requirement for the Communications & Social Media Team Volunteer position?
- Yes, volunteers must be over the age of majority in their province of opportunity and a minimum of 16 years old to be considered for the Communications & Social Media Team Volunteer role.
- Do I need prior experience in graphic design or social media to volunteer?
- No, prior experience is not required. The Arrival Aid Foundation welcomes applicants of all experience levels. While experience in graphic design, photography, or social media is an asset, a passion for inclusive and accessible communication is highly valued.
- What technology do I need to have for this remote volunteer opportunity?
- For this remote volunteer position, you will need your own laptop with internet access and a camera. This is essential for creating content and communicating with the team.
- Can I volunteer remotely for the Communications & Social Media Team?
- Yes, this is a virtual/remote opportunity. The Communications & Social Media Team Volunteer role can be done from anywhere, offering flexibility in your schedule.
- What kind of content will I be creating as a Communications & Social Media Team Volunteer?
- As a volunteer, you will help create engaging content such as Instagram posts, stories, promotional graphics, reels, short-form videos, newsletters, and outreach materials to promote Arrival Aid's programs and initiatives.
- What are the benefits of volunteering with the Arrival Aid Foundation?
- Volunteering offers valuable experience in nonprofit communications, opportunities to build your portfolio, develop creative leadership skills, and contribute to meaningful community initiatives. Volunteer references are also available upon request.
- Who is Arrival Aid Foundation looking to attract for this volunteer role?
- Arrival Aid Foundation strongly encourages applications from newcomers, racialized youth, disabled and neurodivergent individuals, LGBTQ2S+ individuals, and people with diverse lived experiences to foster an inclusive and welcoming volunteer environment.