Communications and Digital Media Intern

Convergence, a nonprofit dedicated to bridging divides and solving complex public issues, is seeking a motivated Communications and Digital Media Intern with a strong work ethic, a passion for collaborative problem-solving, and an interest in nonprofits.

What You’ll Gain

• The chance to further develop your social media, video-editing, research, writing, and copy-editing skills in a professional work environment
• Collaborative problem-solving skills through reading From Conflict to Convergence and taking Convergence Compass (a $299 value), our online program teaching practical strategies for dialogue and collaboration
• Experience in a positive, engaging internship environment that emphasizes clear communication, trust, and collaboration, and encourages interns to provide fresh ideas and feedback

What You’ll Do

Note: Duties may vary based on team priorities and project assignments.

• Perform communications-related research 
• Create digital content to help grow Convergence’s social media presence on X, LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok
• Edit video clips and produce short videos
• Help maintain editorial and social media calendars
• Copy edit and proofread written materials
• Collaborate on writing compelling content for blog posts, newsletters, etc.
• Assist with monitoring Convergence's online presence
• Participate in team meetings and monthly staff meetings
• Provide important insights into the communications strategies
• Provide general administrative support as needed
• Other duties as assigned

Internship Details

• Location: Remote
• Hours: ~15 hours/week, flexible schedule (Mon–Fri, 9–5)
• Timeframe: January–May 2026, with potential to extend into summer
• Eligibility: Undergraduate or graduate students; unpaid (students are encouraged to seek credit or stipends through their school)

Qualifications and Education

• Relevant fields of study preferred: Communications, Marketing, Journalism, Political Science, Public Policy, Linguistics, or related
• Strong writing, research, and communication skills, including the ability to convey complex information clearly
• Flexible, proactive, and able to manage overlapping tasks independently or as part of a remote team
• Excellent interpersonal skills and emotional intelligence
• Comfortable with remote collaboration tools (Slack, Asana, Microsoft 365)

To Apply

Send a resume, cover letter, and brief writing sample to jobs@convergencepolicy.org with the subject line “Spring 2026 Communications and Digital Media Intern.” In your cover letter, please indicate what you hope to gain from this internship and why. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.