Special Assistant to the Founder
J Ellington Publishing LLC &
Voice Up Publishing Incorporated
100% Remote Internship Position
Academic Credit or Volunteer
Community OutreachLeadership Development
Catalyst for Change
About Voice Up Publishing
Voice Up is a dynamic organization dedicated to connecting people with their purpose through social impact. We mobilize college students to undertake meaningful social impact projects and amplify their voices to inspire positive change across the globe.As we rapidly expand our international presence, we're seeking a talented and passionate individual to join our mission-driven team.
Position Overview
We are seeking a Special Assistant to provide direct support to the Founder during this exciting period of global growth. This 100% remote, flexible internship offers a unique opportunity for an undergraduate or graduate student to gain hands-on experience at the ground floor of an innovative social impact organization.
Core Values and Qualifications
The ideal candidate will embody VoiceUp's core characteristics, demonstrated through a social justice lens:
- **Collaboration**: Ability to work effectively across teams and cultures while maintaining a strong commitment to social equity and inclusive practices
- **Humility**: Understanding one's role in the larger movement for social change, being open to learning from diverse perspectives and experiences
- **Precision**: Maintaining high standards of accuracy and attention to detail while considering the broader social impact of our work
- **Patience**: Demonstrating resilience and persistence in addressing complex social challenges
- **Empathy**: Understanding and responding to the needs of stakeholders from diverse backgrounds and experiences
- Provide direct administrative and strategic support to the Founder
- Assist in coordinating global initiatives and partnerships
- Support the management of day-to-day operations
- Help track and coordinate various social impact projects
- Contribute to organizational growth and development strategies
- Participate in team meetings and collaborative planning sessions
- Current undergraduate or graduate student
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent organizational and time management abilities
- Demonstrated interest in social justice and social impact
- Ability to work independently in a remote environment
- Proficiency with digital collaboration tools and platforms
Why Join VoiceUp?
This position offers an unparalleled opportunity to:- Work directly with leadership in a growing social impact organization
- Gain hands-on experience in social entrepreneurship
- Contribute to meaningful global change
- Develop professional skills in a supportive, purpose-driven environment
- Build a network within the social impact sector
- 100% Remote position
- Flexible hours to accommodate academic schedules
- * This internship is available for academic credit or as a volunteer position
- A letter of support will be provided by the founder upon successful completion
To apply, please send your application materials to (link removed) Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until an exceptional candidate is selected.
Resume
Cover Letter
Example of Creativity
VoiceUp Publishing is committed to creating an inclusive environment and strongly encourages applications from candidates of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.
Together we are organized around the following structure:
Every person identifies a cause that is personal and valuable to them.Mine is helping the children of the incarcerated.
Every person agrees to be held accountable to the following principles.Collaboration
All are welcome. All means all
Collaboration
Collaboration in the workplace extends far beyond simply working together on projects. It represents an active commitment to combining diverse perspectives, skills, and experiences to achieve outcomes that surpass what any individual could accomplish alone.
Together we hold ourselves accountable to the following principles.
HumilityWe must remain open minded and open to improving ourselves every day.
PrecisionExcellence requires discipline.
PatienceWe all need forgiveness
EmpathyWe must understand the why