Social Media Intern

Paid Social Media & Communications Intern
Avon Grove Charter School
West Grove & Landenberg, PA
$20/hour | 5–10 hours per week
Semester Internship (September–January and/or January–May)

About the Opportunity

Are you passionate about social media, storytelling, and creating content that makes an impact? Avon Grove Charter School is seeking a creative, motivated Social Media & Communications Intern to help showcase the incredible things happening across our K-12 public charter school.

This paid internship offers hands-on experience creating engaging content for real audiences while building a professional portfolio. The ideal candidate is someone who loves creating short-form video, stays on top of social media trends, and enjoys bringing ideas to life.

Responsibilities

• Create engaging short-form video content for TikTok, Instagram Reels, Facebook, and other social media platforms.
• Capture photos and videos of students, staff, classrooms, athletics, and school events.
• Brainstorm and pitch creative content ideas that help market and promote the school.
• Edit videos using current editing apps and software.
• Write compelling captions and assist with social media publishing.
• Ensure all content aligns with the school's brand, messaging, and communications goals.
• Coordinate with students and staff to organize photo and video opportunities.
• Help students feel comfortable on camera and encourage participation in social media content.
• Stay current on social media trends and recommend new content ideas and strategies.
• Work independently while managing projects and meeting deadlines.

Qualifications

• Junior or senior pursuing a bachelor's degree in Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, Journalism, Digital Media, Advertising, or a related field.
• Minimum of two years of relevant college coursework completed.
• Experience creating short-form social media videos (TikTok, Instagram Reels, YouTube Shorts, etc.).
• Strong understanding of current social media trends, content strategy, and digital marketing.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Outgoing, personable, and comfortable interacting with students in grades K-12.
• Comfortable approaching students and staff to coordinate photo and video opportunities.
• Creative self-starter who can work independently, manage multiple projects, and bring fresh ideas to the table.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Experience with video editing software or apps such as CapCut, Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, or similar is preferred.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation to travel between our West Grove and Landenberg campuses.

Schedule & Compensation

• $20 per hour
• 5–10 hours per week
• Flexible schedule around college classes, with availability during portions of the school day to capture content and attend occasional school events.
• Internship opportunities available:
  • September–January
  • January–May
  • Opportunity to continue for both semesters

What You'll Gain

• Hands-on experience managing social media for a thriving K-12 public charter school.
• Direct mentorship from the school's Media & Communications Coordinator.
• A professional portfolio featuring photography, short-form video, marketing campaigns, and branded content.
• Experience in branding, digital marketing, storytelling, photography, videography, and strategic communications.
• Opportunities to collaborate with school leadership, teachers, coaches, and students across multiple grade levels.
• Meaningful work helping tell the stories of an innovative school community.

To Apply

Please submit directly to jdiaz@agcharter.org:

• Resume
• Brief cover letter
• Links to 3–5 examples of social media content you've created (TikTok, Instagram Reels, YouTube Shorts, or similar)

If you're creative, full of ideas, and excited to tell stories that matter, we'd love to hear from you!