Social Media & Communications Intern

Joy Education
Joy Education

Marketing & Communications · Intern

Virginia, USA · Virginia Beach, VA, USA · Williamsburg, VA, USA · Remote

USD 17.5-17.5 / hour

Posted on Sep 29, 2026
We are seeking a creative and organized Social Media & Communications Intern to support our growing community presence and storytelling efforts. The intern will help manage Joy Education’s digital communications strategy, create compelling content, and showcase the impact of our programs across multiple platforms. This role is ideal for someone passionate about education equity, community engagement, and digital media.Job Details: Job Title: Social Media & Communications Intern; Location: Remote / Hybrid (based in Virginia preferred); Reports To: Executive Director & TutorOps Team; Terms: Intern; Rate: 17.50/hr.Key Responsibilities — Content Creation & Scheduling: Draft and design engaging posts for LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram; Create graphics, short videos, and highlight reels; Maintain a consistent posting schedule aligned with campaigns.Community Engagement: Monitor comments, messages, and mentions; Amplify content from partners, families, and teaching fellows; Support online campaigns and live events.Newsletter & Communications Support: Draft monthly family and teaching fellows newsletters; Assist with editing, formatting, and distribution of external communications.Analytics & Reporting: Track social media engagement, growth, and trends; Provide monthly reports with recommendations.Brand & Messaging Support: Ensure consistent voice, visuals, and messaging; Assist with developing flyers, one-pagers, and digital outreach materials.Qualifications: Current student or recent graduate in communications, marketing, journalism, education, or related field; Strong writing, editing, and storytelling skills; Proficiency with social media platforms (LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube); Familiarity with design tools (Canva, Adobe Spark, or similar); Interest in education equity, literacy, and community engagement; Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks.How To Apply: Please submit a resume; short cover letter (why you’re interested in Joy Education & communications); and a sample of writing or social media/graphic design work. Apply via website: www.joyeducation.org. Subject Line: Social Media & Communications Intern Application – [Your Name].