Social Media and Communications Intern

Summer 2026 Internship – Communications & Social Media (Bilingual Chinese)

Organization: Boston Investor Visa Group
Location: Greater Boston Area (Hybrid / Flexible)
Duration: Summer 2026 (10–12 weeks)
Time Commitment: Part-time (10–20 hours/week)
Compensation: Internship / stipend or academic credit (to be finalized)

About the Project

Boston Investor Visa Group is a Boston-based initiative focused on helping international students and their families understand U.S. investor visa pathways—particularly the E-2 visa—through investment in local small businesses. Our work sits at the intersection of immigration, entrepreneurship, and community-based economic development.

Internship Overview

We are seeking a motivated, bilingual student intern with strong communication skills and fluency in Chinese (Mandarin preferred) to help design and execute a targeted social media communication plan. This role is ideal for a student interested in communications, international business, public policy, marketing, or immigration-adjacent work.

Key Responsibilities

Develop a social media communication plan targeting international students and families

Create written content for platforms such as WeChat, LinkedIn, Instagram, and WhatsApp

Translate and adapt messaging between English and Chinese for cultural relevance

Assist in shaping brand voice, messaging themes, and outreach strategies

Conduct light research on international student communities in Greater Boston

Track engagement and provide recommendations for improving reach and clarity

Qualifications

Current undergraduate or graduate student (Summer 2026)

Fluent in Chinese and English (written and verbal)

Strong writing and communication skills

Interest in marketing, communications, international business, immigration, or entrepreneurship

Familiarity with social media platforms (especially those used by international audiences)

Organized, self-directed, and comfortable working in a startup-style environment

Preferred (Not Required)

Experience with social media content creation or analytics

Familiarity with WeChat, Xiaohongshu (RED), or international student organizations

Graphic design or basic video editing skills

What You’ll Gain

Hands-on experience building a real-world communication strategy

Exposure to investor visas, startups, and cross-border business models

A portfolio-ready project demonstrating strategic communications work

Direct mentorship and the opportunity to shape an early-stage initiative

Eligibility

Must be a student located in or attending school in the Greater Boston area