Application Guide

How to Apply for Communication Intern

at Movement in Refuge

🏢 About Movement in Refuge

Movement in Refuge (MiR) uniquely combines sport and mental health to support conflict-affected communities, starting with Rohingya refugees in Bangladesh. This remote internship offers a chance to contribute to a mission-driven organization making a tangible difference in humanitarian settings. As a small international team, your work will have direct impact on visibility and fundraising.

About This Role

As Communication Intern, you will own MiR's social media presence across six platforms, creating content that amplifies the stories of refugees and the power of sport. Your work directly supports fundraising, awareness, and community engagement. This role is ideal for someone who wants to build a portfolio while contributing to a cause.

💡 A Day in the Life

Your day might start by checking analytics from yesterday's posts and scheduling content for the week. You'll create graphics or short videos using tools like Canva or CapCut, then draft captions that highlight MiR's impact. You'll also engage with followers and research trending topics related to refugee sports or mental health to inform future posts.

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🎯 Who Movement in Refuge Is Looking For

  • Has a genuine interest in humanitarian work, refugee rights, or sports for development, and can articulate why MiR's mission resonates with them.
  • Demonstrates creativity in social media content (e.g., can share examples of posts, reels, or campaigns they've created, even for personal projects).
  • Is proactive and consistent, able to maintain a content calendar and post regularly without constant supervision.
  • Has a feel for analytics: understands how to interpret engagement data and adjust strategy accordingly.

📝 Tips for Applying to Movement in Refuge

1

Tailor your cover letter to explicitly mention why you care about MiR's work with Rohingya refugees and how your skills can advance their mission.

2

Include a portfolio or links to social media accounts you've managed or contributed to, even if they're personal projects or volunteer work.

3

Research MiR's current social media presence and suggest one specific improvement or content idea in your application.

4

Highlight any experience with content creation (e.g., Canva, video editing) and analytics tools (e.g., native insights, Google Analytics).

5

Mention your availability and time zone, as the team is remote and may span different regions.

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

["Your connection to MiR's mission: why you care about using sport for mental health in refugee settings.", "Specific examples of how you've grown or managed social media accounts, even for clubs or volunteer groups.", 'Your ability to work independently and manage multiple platforms with consistent, creative content.', 'Your willingness to learn and adapt, as this is an internship with room to grow.']

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → Read about MiR's current programs in the Rohingya refugee camps and their impact stories.
  • → Review all of MiR's social media accounts to understand their current tone, content mix, and engagement.
  • → Look into the broader context of the Rohingya crisis and why sport-based interventions are valuable.
  • → Check out any recent news or publications featuring MiR to understand their media presence.
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💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 How would you plan a month-long content calendar for MiR? Walk us through your process.
2 Can you show us a piece of content you created that performed well? What made it successful?
3 How would you handle a crisis or negative comment on MiR's social media?
4 What metrics do you think are most important for measuring success in this role?
5 Tell us about a time you had to manage multiple deadlines. How did you prioritize?
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Sending a generic application without referencing MiR's specific mission or work.
  • Focusing only on your own career goals without showing how you can contribute to the organization.
  • Ignoring the remote nature: not clarifying your availability, time zone, or self-management skills.

📅 Application Timeline

⏰ Deadline: August 9, 2026

We recommend applying at least a few days early to avoid last-minute technical issues.

Typical hiring timeline:

1

Application Review

1-2 weeks

2

Initial Screening

Phone call or written assessment

3

Interviews

1-2 rounds, usually virtual

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