Social Media and Communications Internship

Manage social media platforms, create engaging content, support advocacy campaigns, and contribute to the Fulbright Association's online presence through blogs and website maintenance.

Tasks will include:

• Research, write, and manage posts shared on official Fulbright Association social media accounts
• Curate content related to Fulbright alumni, news, events, travel programs, and advocacy campaigns
• Expand social media engagement by driving interaction with alumni, chapters, university members, and partners in international education and foreign relations
• Engage an alumni community of +100,000 Fulbrighters with exciting events, educational opportunities, mentorship strategies, and more
• Contribute pieces to the Fulbright Association blog
• Interview Fulbright alumni to write articles on their experiences
• Research and summarize advocacy campaign updates and travel programs
• Attend and cover local Fulbright events (schedule permitting)
• Support website maintenance by updating content, images, and design features using WordPress CMS
• Collaborate with and support staff with campaign strategy and implementation for ongoing advocacy, fundraising, and membership campaigns
• Assist with general emailing and phones

What you will learn:

• Enhanced social media management skills through content creation and platform management.
• Strategies for increasing engagement and interaction with diverse audiences.
• Experience in content creation, blog writing, and website maintenance using WordPress CMS.
• Improved communication skills through engagement with various stakeholders.

Required Skills/Interests:

• Excellent writing skills, with experience writing articles and promotional content for website, social media, and/or email outlets
• Experience using social media effectively in a professional setting
• Proficiency with Facebook, LinkedIn, and Twitter
• Basic graphic design skills using Canva, Photoshop, InDesign, and Illustrator
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet fast turnaround deadlines
• Adept at quickly learning new software and marketing tools

Preferred Qualifications:

• Pursuing a degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Business, International Education, or related fields
• Experience working with school newspaper or supporting an organization’s website or blog
• Working knowledge of WordPress, basic HTML coding for web design, and social media planning tools
• Familiarity with the Fulbright Program; experience with study abroad or international exchange
• Passion for international travel and curiosity for other cultures