United Way · 2 days ago
Social Media Content Creator Intern
Alexandria, VA
Internship
Onsite
Intern
$21/hr - $25/hrUnited Way is a leading nonprofit organization that mobilizes communities to tackle complex challenges. The Social Media Content Creator Intern will support the creation of engaging content across various social media platforms, helping to elevate United Way's brand presence and storytelling.
EducationHealth CareNon Profit
Responsibilities
Create original, platform-native content across Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, Threads, YouTube, and X (Twitter), under the guidance of the Social Media Director
Translate impact stories, data points, and campaign messages into engaging, audience-friendly social content
Support on-the-ground content capture, including photos and short-form video, for real-time and post-activation social storytelling
Stay current on platform updates, content formats, algorithm shifts, and nonprofit digital marketing practices
Identify trends that are appropriate and brand-safe for a global nonprofit audience
Understand how content performance and audience behavior differ by platform and adjust creative approaches accordingly
Qualification
Required
Open to all class years, including undergraduate and graduate students
Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in graphic design, visual arts, social media, marketing, digital media, or a related field
Demonstrated interest in content creation, storytelling, and social media
Strong writing skills with the ability to adapt tone and voice for different platforms
Basic experience creating social content (video, graphics, captions) for personal, academic, or professional projects
Familiarity with platforms including Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, Facebook, X (Twitter), Threads, and Bluesky
Ability to receive feedback, iterate quickly, and collaborate in a team setting
Strong cultural awareness and sensitivity when telling stories that reflect diverse communities
Preferred
Experience with Canva, CapCut, Adobe Creative Suite, or similar tool is a plus
Bonus points if you include examples of content created for a cause, nonprofit, or mission-driven brand, or can speak to how your content helped spark engagement
Benefits
Weekly meetings and supplemental professional development workshops provided onsite
Free coffee & tea onsite
Free parking at United Way Worldwide’s parking garage
Company
United Way
Whenever there is a need in our communities, United Way is there.
Founded in 1887
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
unknownKey Investors
Truist Foundation
2024-10-08Grant
Leadership Team
Angela Williams
President & CEO
Tom Lowery
SVP. Chief Transformation Officer
Recent News
PR Newswire
2026-02-03
2025-11-05
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