Strategic Communications Intern: Social Media & Events

Center for Strategic and International Studies, Inc.; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Center for Strategic and International Studies, Inc. in Washington, DC seeks a Winter/Spring 2026-2027 Communications Intern. This paid, in-person internship runs Nov 2026–Apr 2027; you’ll support outreach, communications, and social media, coordinate ER events, and provide admin support.

Qualifications include a Bachelor's, strong verbal/written skills, attention to detail, interest in international affairs, and familiarity with social media analytics or event photography.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to provide strong customer service.
• Strong interpersonal skills and attention to detail and the ability to prioritize, track, and accomplish multiple tasks simultaneously in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
• General knowledge of international affairs and an interest in the news cycle.
• Previous event photography experience and working knowledge of cameras.
• Previous communications experience and familiarity with social media analytics.

Responsibilities

• Prepare media advisories and event announcements.
• Support social media efforts, including drafting content (including short videos) from CSIS materials for various social media channels.
• Support with metrics and analytics compilation.
• Support various long-term projects (outreach research, proposal writing, data gathering) for the ER team and Chief Communications Officer.
• Monitor CSIS social media channels, tracking followers, engagement, and site referrals.
• Provide general administrative support to the full ER team.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Knowledge of international affairs

Interest in news

Event photography

Social media analytics

Communications experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

Job description

Center for Strategic and International Studies, Inc. in Washington, DC seeks a Winter/Spring 2026-2027 Communications Intern. This paid, in-person internship runs Nov 2026–Apr 2027; you’ll support outreach, communications, and social media, coordinate ER events, and provide admin support.

Qualifications include a Bachelor's, strong verbal/written skills, attention to detail, interest in international affairs, and familiarity with social media analytics or event photography.