Summer 2026 - Marketing & Development Internship - Undergraduate

Canopy Children's Solutions • Jackson, MS

11h

About The Position

Founded in 1912 as an adoption agency, Canopy Children's Solutions is
Mississippi’s most comprehensive nonprofit provider of children’s behavioral
health, educational, and family support solutions. Canopy employs a diverse
group of mission-driven individuals committed to honoring the voice of
Mississippi children and families. Being an integral part of the Canopy team
involves committing to the Core Values that drive our organization forward:

The voice of our children and families always comes first
Relationships matter and our differences make us stronger
We take great joy in service to others
Our families and our communities deserve our very best

Canopy has been designated a Great Place to Work® for the fifth consecutive year
and is one of only nine companies in Mississippi to qualify for this
certification in 2025-2026. Canopy’s employees are charged with building a
healthy work culture within their teams, that focus on trust, and the collective
goal of helping kids thrive and families to overcome extraordinary challenges.

Position Overview:

In this role, students completing the Marketing & Development internship,
will become a part of Canopy’s Advancement Department and learn about all
facets of how we advance our mission to serve our children and families.
This internship will provide experience in non-profit marketing, community
engagement, and will assist with project management and summer events.
It's essential that applicants in this position have strong communication
skills, demonstrate creativity, manage multiple tasks, and understand the
importance of attending to even the smallest details.
Through this internship you will work with a dynamic team of staff and
volunteers who are highly committed to the Canopy mission.
You will gain exposure to a variety of skill sets as you help to support
marketing and branding efforts statewide, community engagement and
conferences, and volunteer coordination.
Student must possess excellent oral and written presentation skills,
maturity, self-motivation, and must be able to integrate into our vibrantly
inclusive and passionate team.

This opportunity is paid and may not be used for academic credit.

Requirements

• Current students enrolled in an undergraduate program in Marketing, IMC, Business Administration, Strategic Communications, or related field.
• Must be enrolled, and in good academic standing, with an accredited academic institution at time of internship.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed