Digital/Press Intern (Winter/Spring 2027)

Congressman Salud Carbajal; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 15,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

Congressman Salud Carbajal in Washington, DC is seeking a Digital/Press Intern for Winter/Spring 2027 (January–April). The role focuses on building the district’s digital footprint, crafting social media content, and supporting newsletters and press materials.

The intern will work closely with the Communications Director and team, with in-person hours and a flexible schedule during sessions. The ideal candidate has strong writing and editing skills, basic graphic design experience, and

Qualifications

• Strong social media and graphic design skills.
• Experience with Canva, Photoshop or similar tools is a major plus.
• Ability to create engaging content under tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Compiling daily press clips
• Creating engaging graphics and editing photos
• Assisting with social media content, website content and newsletters
• Clipping, editing, and captioning videos
• Assisting with press releases and other materials
• Creating and maintaining press lists
• Compiling regular comms reports on press and social media results
• Administrative tasks and legislative support as needed

Skills

Social media content creation

Graphic design

Writing and editing

Tools

Canva

Photoshop

Video editing

Job description

Digital/Press Intern

The Office of Congressman Salud Carbajal (CA-24) is seeking a highly motivated and creative Digital/Press Intern to assist with a fast-paced communications operation based in his Washington, D.C. office for the Winter/Spring 2027 term (January - April). The Digital/Press Intern will help build out the Congressman’s digital and social media footprint, with heavy emphasis on creating engaging social media content and graphics. Qualified candidates should have strong writing, editing, and social media skills to assist with time-sensitive assignments, as well as basic familiarity with graphic design/video editing software. Candidates with experience in a press or digital media role (including internships) are preferred but not required. California or Central Coast ties and Spanish literacy are a plus. The intern will work closely with the Communications Director, Digital/Creative Assistant, Legislative Aide/Correspondent, and Scheduler.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Compiling daily press clips
• Creating engaging graphics and editing photos
• Assisting the Digital/Creative Assistant with social media content, website content and digital newsletters
• Clipping, editing, and captioning videos
• Assisting with press releases, op-eds, advisories, and other written materials
• Creating and maintaining press lists
• Compiling regular comms reports on press and social media results
• Additional responsibilities include assisting the Legislative Aide/Correspondent and Scheduler with administrative tasks (e.g. answering phone calls, greeting visitors, etc.) and legislative tasks (e.g. batching incoming messages on Fireside, drafting constituent letters, writing cosponsor recommendations, etc.)

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

A qualified candidate will possess strong social media and graphic design skills. Past experiences with Canva, Photoshop, and other digital/graphic/video design platforms are a major plus.

The internship will run from January to April. The hours are roughly 32 hours a week and are flexible to accommodate schedules, but generally run 9 AM to 6 PM ET when Congress is in session and 9 AM to 5 PM ET when Congress is out of session. This position is in-person.

$1,500 monthly stipend from the office of Congressman Carbajal unless the intern is already receiving credit/stipend through a third party.

This office is an equal opportunity employer and encourages candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply.