Spring Multimedia Intern

Foreign Policy; New York (NY); Remote; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Foreign Policy magazine seeks a Spring Multimedia Intern to join our social media and creative teams. The intern will draft copy for FP’s social accounts, edit video, select photos, and collaborate on editorial projects.

Occasional work with FP Live for pre-interview research and social clips is possible. This part-time paid internship prefers candidates in Washington, D.C., New York, or Seattle, but remote applicants are welcome.

Qualifications

• Interest in social media with ability to translate complex info into engaging posts.
• Experience in video production/editing with strong knowledge of Premiere Pro.
• Background in visual communication; ability to follow brand guidelines.
• Solid understanding of international relations and politics.
• Enrolled in or recently graduated from a bachelor’s or master’s program.
• Links to prior video work/portfolios encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Draft copy for FP social media accounts and assist editorial teams.
• Edit video and select photos for editorial projects.
• Collaborate with FP Live on pre-interview research and social clips.
• Support both social media and creative teams in day-to-day tasks.

Skills

Social media content

Video production/editing

Brand guidelines

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s student/graduation in progress

Tools

Adobe Premiere Pro

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Spring Multimedia Intern

Foreign Policy magazine (FP) is recruiting a spring multimedia intern. The intern will assist our social media and creative teams. Work will include drafting copy for FP’s social media accounts, editing video, selecting photos, and collaborating with both teams on editorial projects. The intern’s duties may also include occasional collaboration with FP Live, our live journalism platform, for pre-interview research and social clips. Previous video experience is required. We are a collaborative team; candidates should work well with others and be committed to FP’s mission—explaining Washington to the world, and the world to Americans. This is a part-time paid internship, with a preference for candidates based in Washington, D.C., New York, or Seattle, although remote applicants will be considered. Previous Foreign Policy interns have gone on to full-time roles at prestigious media organizations around the world. This is a terrific opportunity to learn more about journalism, geopolitics, and new media. Successful candidates will be passionate, curious, and collaborative.

Requirements

• Demonstrated interest in social media with the ability to synthesize complex information into engaging social posts
• Experience in video production and editing with a strong understanding of the Adobe Creative Suite, especially Adobe Premiere Pro
• Background in visual communication; the ability to follow brand guidelines, including typography use and image selection, is a plus
• Solid understanding of international relations and politics
• Enrolled in or recently graduated from a bachelor’s or master’s program
• Links to prior video work and/or portfolios are strongly encouraged.

All applications must be submitted by November 20, 2026.

LocationRemote/Nationwide, USAAdditional LocationsTime TypePart time

Foreign Policy showcases the smartest ideas, analysis, and journalism on global affairs, reaching audiences around the world through its award-winning website, quarterly print magazine, podcasts, and video. Founded in 1970, FP is today a diversified multimedia company, including live events convening top leaders and decision-makers, a research and analytics division, and a thriving audio group.