Photography Intern

About Us

Good Shepherd Services is a leading multi-service agency with more than 85 programs that serve over 30,000 youth and families each year – and builds on their strengths to help them gain skills for success. At Good Shepherd we respect the dignity and worth of every person and reject intolerance, inequity and injustice in whatever form it may take. Voted one of the top 100 places to work in NYC by Crain’s New York, Good Shepherd Services offers a fantastic work environment, a collaborative team dedicated to fulfilling our mission, and an amazing array of benefits. Join our team and help make a difference!

Benefits

For Full Time Employees Benefits/Perks:

• Tuition Assistance Program
• Generous paid time off (Including 5 Self-Care Days/Floating Holidays, 12 Sick Days, 15 Vacation Days, and 11 Holidays)
• Healthcare Plans (Medical, Dental, Vision, and Pet Care)
• 403(b) Plan (GSS contributes 3% of your salary to your 403(b) plan after 3 years of service, with contributions increasing over time)
• Candidates hired in this position will work in person but will have the flexibility to work a hybrid schedule when program need allows.
  
  
  

Overview

Title: Photography Intern , External Relations

Reports to: Senior Communications Manager , External Relations

Location: 305 7 TH Avenue, New York, NY 10010

Schedule/Hours: Part-time/ 10-15 Hours/Week

Salary: $0 (this is not a paid internship), internship credit

Job Summary and Key Duties:

Good Shepherd Services seeks a talented and motivated Photography Intern to work directly with the Senior Communications Manager. In this role, you will capture beautiful images that showcase our organization's impact and the vibrant communities we serve across Manhattan, Brooklyn, and the Bronx.

Responsibilities:

• Photograph events, programs, and activities at Good Shepherd Services' locations in Manhattan, Brooklyn, and the Bronx.
• Work closely with the External Relations team to understand photography needs and requirements for various projects and campaigns.
• Capture high-quality, visually compelling photographs that accurately represent the organization's mission, values, and work.
• Ensure proper lighting, composition, and framing techniques are employed to produce professional-grade images.
• Manage and organize digital photo files.
• Assist with the selection and preparation of photographs for use in marketing materials, social media, website, and other promotional channels.
• Collaborate with program staff to ensure necessary releases and permissions have been signed for photos.
• Maintain a positive and respectful attitude when interacting with staff, participants, and community members during photography assignments.
  
  
  

Qualifications:

• Must be currently pursuing or holding a degree in photography, visual arts, communications, or related field (or recent graduate). Candidates with photography experience and strong interest will also be considered.
• Strong technical knowledge of digital photography, including camera operation and techniques.
• Excellent eye for composition and visual storytelling.
• Ability to work independently.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Passionate about using photography to create social impact and raise awareness.
• Camera Requirements: Interns must provide their own digital camera equipment. Acceptable camera types include DSLR, mirrorless, or advanced point-and-shoot cameras capable of manual settings.
  
  
  

Additional Information

Good Shepherd Services is an equal opportunity employer that is proudly committed to becoming an anti-racist and multicultural organization that stands up for justice and equity . We welcome prospective employees from diverse backgrounds, for administrative support and direct service and leadership roles, who will join us on that journey, uphold our values and approach , and believe in our mission. Additionally, we aim to have a racially representative leadership and workforce that is reflective of the communities we work in partnership with.

Good Shepherd Services is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of our staff, participants, volunteers, subcontractors, and vendors. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of our activities or operations. These activities include, but are not limited to, hiring and termination of staff, selection of volunteers and vendors, and provision of services.

We are committed to providing a workplace that is accessible and accommodating to employees with disabilities. As part of our commitment to providing a barrier-free recruitment and selection process, we will provide reasonable accommodations upon request for candidates with disabilities. If you require any accommodations to participate in the hiring process, please inform us of your needs in advance. We value diversity and inclusivity in our workplace and encourage applicants of all abilities to apply.