Company Overview
Kindle & Key Consulting is a growing consulting firm that helps nonprofit organizations strengthen their operations, secure funding, and increase their community impact. The company provides support in strategic planning, organizational development, grant readiness, marketing, and operational effectiveness.
As a startup consulting firm, Kindle & Key offers interns a unique opportunity to help build systems, support nonprofit clients, and contribute to meaningful projects that make a difference in the community.
Position Overview
The Digital Marketing & Nonprofit Consulting Intern supports business development, nonprofit consulting projects, digital marketing initiatives, and grant research activities. This internship provides hands-on experience in website development, social media management, content creation, and nonprofit funding research.
Interns will work directly with leadership to help build the company's digital presence while supporting projects that benefit nonprofit organizations. This role is ideal for students interested in business administration, marketing, nonprofit management, communications, entrepreneurship, or public service.
Key Responsibilities
Website Development & Digital Presence
Assist in building and maintaining Squarespace websites for Kindle & Key Consulting and affiliated nonprofit organizations
Format website content, organize page layouts, and ensure mobile responsiveness
Research and select appropriate stock images and visual assets
Assist with website updates, testing, and ongoing improvements
Social Media Marketing
Create social media graphics using Canva and approved templates
Draft captions and content for social media platforms
Research relevant hashtags, trends, and audience engagement opportunities
Schedule social media content using approved scheduling tools
Assist with maintaining a consistent brand presence across platforms
Grant Research & Funding Support
Research grant opportunities through public and private funding databases
Track grant deadlines, eligibility requirements, and funding amounts
Compile and maintain organized grant opportunity databases
Prepare summaries and research reports to support funding decisions
Assist with gathering supporting information for grant applications
Business Operations & Project Support
Assist with administrative and project coordination activities
Support organization of digital files, project materials, and client information
Conduct research to support consulting projects and business development initiatives
Assist with special projects as assigned by leadership
Learning Opportunities
Interns will gain experience in:
Website development using Squarespace or Wix
Social media marketing and content planning
Grant research and nonprofit funding strategies
Business consulting and client support
Digital communications and brand management
Project coordination and organizational systems
Entrepreneurship and startup business operations
Qualifications
Currently enrolled in Oak Valley College's Business Administration program
Interest in marketing, nonprofit management, business consulting, communications, or entrepreneurship
Strong written communication and organizational skills
Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects
Basic computer skills (Google Workspace, Microsoft Office, Canva, or similar)
Interest in learning website management and digital marketing tools
Attention to detail and willingness to take initiative
Work Environment
This internship offers the opportunity to work closely with the founder of a growing consulting firm in a highly collaborative environment. Because Kindle & Key is an emerging business, interns will have the opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects, see their work implemented in real time, and gain exposure to both nonprofit consulting and business development activities.
Interns will work on a variety of projects rather than a single task area, providing broad exposure to marketing, research, technology, client services, and organizational operations.