Summer Digital Intern - On-Site, Washington, DC

Rational 360; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 20,457 - 29,136; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development trainings

Hybrid work option

Job summary

A strategic communications firm in Washington, DC is seeking a Digital Intern to support its digital marketing and advocacy team. The role involves monitoring client advocacy campaigns and executing content on social media platforms. Interns will gain professional development through weekly trainings. This full-time position offers pay at $18/hr, with a hybrid work option. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

Qualifications

• Must be available to work full time.
• Knowledge and experience with common monitoring and reporting tools for social media and PR.
• Knowledge of social media platforms.

Responsibilities

• Daily monitoring of client advocacy campaigns.
• Execution of daily content across various online platforms.
• Assistance with websites and newsletter content.

Skills

Knowledge of social media platforms

Experience with monitoring tools

Willingness to work in a bipartisan space

Tools

Crimson Hexagon

Digimind

Hootsuite

Job description

Rational 360 is hiring a Digital Intern to support its digital marketing, public affairs, advocacy, and fundraising team. An interview, references and a writing test will be requested of finalists.

Rational 360 represents a wide variety of clients ranging from Fortune 500 companies to trade associations, advocacy groups, and high-profile individuals. Interns play an integral role in the daily functioning of the firm.

About Rational 360

Rational 360 is a full-service strategic communications and digital company that helps organizations win in high-stakes public affairs, corporate communications, and reputation management. We combine data-driven insights, creative storytelling, and cutting‑edge technology to deliver results for clients across industries. Our team is collaborative, entrepreneurial, and driven by impact.

With a staff of approximately 120 and growing, Rational 360 is partially employee‑owned and deeply invested in professional development, mentorship, and career advancement. Our teams work at the forefront of strategic communications, public policy, and media engagement across a wide variety of sectors.

Job Requirements

• Daily monitoring of client advocacy campaigns, including online advertising, email and SMS marketing, and social media
• Monitoring of trending social media conversations for reporting and noting timely opportunities for client participation
• Execution of daily content across various online platforms including Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and email marketing campaigns
• Assistance with websites and newsletter content for various clients

Qualifications

• Knowledge of social media platforms
• Willingness to work in a bipartisan space
• Knowledge and experience with common monitoring and reporting tools for social media and PR (e.g. Crimson Hexagon, Digimind, Hootsuite)
• Must be available to work full time

Interns are expected to work 40 hours per week. Pay for this role is $18/hr.

Interns will work in our Washington, DC office Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday each week and have the option to work remotely each Tuesday and Friday.

Interns have the opportunity to grow their digital and communication skills through professional development trainings hosted weekly in the Rational 360 office.

This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship now or in the future.

Rational 360 is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to building an inclusive workplace.