Wilson Center Social Media Internship 2024

The Wilson Center’s External Relations department is now accepting applications for its 2024 Social Media Internship. We are seeking a highly motivated and energetic student or recent graduate with a strong passion for digital communication, public policy, and international affairs.

The successful candidate will have a deep understanding of the digital media landscape and its applications in a business setting, particularly on various social media platforms. As a social media intern, you will play a key role in managing our social media presence, engaging in online outreach and promotion, and supporting event planning and execution.

This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in digital communication and public policy.

Those looking to gain valuable social media experience with an established organization are encouraged to apply. These internships are designed to provide the opportunity to gain practical experience in an environment that combines academic study and public policy. Internships also provide opportunities to attend events within the Wilson Center and around Washington.

Duties

• Work with the Digital team to create and implement campaigns.
• Create engaging social media content, including graphics and video products.
• Provide support to the communications team for events.
• Monitor analytics with social media team to identify viable ideas.
• Other duties as assigned.

Salary

Interns will be paid a salary of $17.80 per hour.

Eligibility

Applicants should:

• Be enrolled in a degree program, recently graduated (within the last year), and/or have been accepted to enter an advanced degree program within the next year.
• Have experience or demonstrated interest in social media/marketing.
• Have excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Have an understanding of the Wilson Center’s work and mission.
• Understand how to work and communicate in a nonpartisan environment .
• Have great attention to detail.
• Have in-depth working knowledge of Facebook, X (Formerly Twitter), Instagram, and LinkedIn.
• Have a basic knowledge of Photoshop, Canva, Buffer, or other social media management tools.
• Have experience (professional or personal) with content creation, including graphic design and short-form video production.

Strongest Applicants will:

• Have experience (professional or personal) with video editing programs such as Adobe Premier and/or CapCut.
• Have experience with social media analytics.
• Demonstrate experience (professional or personal) in a nonpartisan environment.

How to Apply

To apply, send your resume and a cover letter describing how you can contribute to the communications team and what you are looking to gain from the internship. Attach 3 – 4 examples of your best work on any social media platform. Clearly state what dates and times you are available to work in the summer.

Submit your application via e-mail to Elisabeth.Shirk@wilsoncenter.org with “[Season] [Year] Internship” in the subject line (e.g. “Summer 2024 Internship”).