Digital Communications & Multimedia Intern (Remote)

Stand Together; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 5,500 - 7,500; Full time

Job summary

The R Street Institute is seeking a Digital Communications Intern to support its digital communications, multimedia, and online engagement efforts. This internship can be remote, or in person in our Washington, D.C. office.

The role involves drafting social media copy, editing video content, creating graphics, publishing in WordPress, and assisting with analytics and reporting. A versatile digital generalist who can package content across platforms is preferred.

Qualifications

• Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Familiarity with major social media platforms.
• Experience creating visual and multimedia content, particularly video and graphics.
• A portfolio or examples of previous video, graphic design, or other digital content work are highly encouraged.
• Comfort appearing on camera and participating in video content when appropriate.
• Basic graphic design skills, ideally using Canva or Adobe Creative Cloud.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple assignments.
• An interest in digital communications, public policy, journalism, marketing, or related fields.

Responsibilities

• Draft social media copy for R Street research, events, videos, podcasts, and media appearances.
• Assist with editing short-form and long-form video content, including captions, clips, and other platform-specific content.
• Create and edit branded graphics, thumbnails, and other social media assets.
• Publish and update content in WordPress, including articles, videos, podcasts, event pages, and staff bios.
• Assist with social media, website, and video analytics and reporting.
• Help organize digital assets, content calendars, and shared files.
• Proofread public-facing content for accuracy, formatting, links, and branding consistency.

Skills

Strong writing

Editing

Proofreading

Attention to detail

Social media familiarity

Video/content creation

Graphic design basics

Canva or Adobe CC

On-camera comfort

Organizational skills

Digital communications interest

Job description

The R Street Institute is seeking a Digital Communications Intern to support its digital communications, multimedia, and online engagement efforts. This internship can be remote, or in person in our Washington, D.C. office.

The role involves drafting social media copy, editing video content, creating graphics, publishing in WordPress, and assisting with analytics and reporting. A versatile digital generalist who can package content across platforms is preferred.