About the role
This internship is part of the Find a Solution programme which brings together current students and local Third Sector organisations to tackle issues of strategic importance through projects that will have a lasting impact.
The role will be for a total of 160 hours, to be worked flexibly between June and September (to be discussed with successful candidate). This role is open to 2nd- to 5th-year undergraduates from the College of Social Sciences.
Our charitable mission is to contribute to building a just, equitable and sustainable world through supporting Scotland to become a more dynamic Fair Trade Nation and working to embed the principles of Fair Trade in all aspects of Scottish society. The 10 principles of Fair Trade are the bedrock of all our work, informing what we do and how we do it.
Our aims as an organisation are:
To ensure widespread awareness of Fair Trade
To significantly engage different sectors of Scottish society in Fair Trade
To increase the consumption and production of Fair Trade products
To gain political support and engagement for Fair Trade
To promote the role of Fair Trade in challenging inequalities in climate, global trade and society
To live our values and maintain good governance
We are looking for an intern to support Scottish Fair Trade as we widen our focus to include younger audiences. We know that under 30s engage with charities on social media. But what content draws attention? What is it about Fair Trade that would resonate with our target group? We have yet to venture into the world of TikTok but we know that's where our audience spends time.
Main duties & responsibilities:
Conduct research focused on the social media platforms of other charities engaged with younger audiences
Conduct research involving focus groups with younger audiences about Fair Trade and campaigning
Prepare report to feedback to the team on research findings with recommendations about proposed social media campaigns for target audience
Set up TikTok for Scottish Fair Trade
Creating graphic and visual content for TikTok
Engaging with audiences on TikTok
Analysis of content engagement and campaign objectives
Monitor and evaluate project with the team
Complete other tasks as required
About the company
We are Scotland's Fair Trade network, supporting grassroots action across Scotland to maintain our commitment as a Fair Trade Nation, promoting Fair Trade as a solution in bringing about global wellbeing through fair, ethical and sustainable business and trade.
