Background

Worldreader gets families reading through our award-winning app, BookSmart. It’s an equitable, subscription-free, and often data-free app that helps families prepare young children for learning by fostering reading routines with culturally representative storybooks and play-based activities. Since 2010, we’ve delivered 80+ million digital books and reached 22+ million readers in 100 countries, giving young children around the world the pre-literacy and social-emotional skills they need to be ready to start school and succeed in the future.

Overview

We are seeking a social media & marketing intern to support the planning, creation, and management of digital content across our social media platforms. This role is ideal for a creative and motivated individual seeking hands-on experience in digital marketing, content creation, and audience engagement. The social media & marketing intern will collaborate closely with the communications and programs teams to amplify Worldreader’s impact and storytelling online.

This is an unpaid hybrid internship based in Nairobi, Kenya.

Scope of Work

• Assist in creating and scheduling engaging content for Worldreader’s social media platforms (e.g., Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn).
• Support the development and execution of social media campaigns aligned with organizational goals.
• Monitor social media channels, respond to comments and messages, and support community engagement.
• Track and analyze social media performance metrics and prepare basic reports.
• Collaborate with the Programs and Communications teams to collect and share impact stories, photos, and videos.
• Support content creation, including graphics, short videos, and captions.
• Assist in maintaining a content calendar and ensuring timely posting.
• Conduct research on social media trends, best practices, and audience preferences.
• Support digital promotion of events, campaigns, and partnerships.

Time Frame

June 10 - October 9, 2026

Up to 15 hours per week

Deliverable

Submit a final report and/or presentation culminating your experience in front of Worldreader staff at the end of the internship.

Desired Qualifications

• Must be a Kenyan resident and an undergraduate currently enrolled at a 4-year university, or a postgraduate studying Marketing, Communications, Digital Media, Public Relations, or a related field.
• Must work from the Kenya office at least once per week.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Familiarity with major social media platforms and trends.
• Basic skills in content creation tools (e.g., Canva, CapCut, Adobe Suite) preferred.
• Creative, detail-oriented, and eager to learn.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid work environment.
• Must have own computer and reliable internet connection.
• Commitment to the time frame.

Benefits

Interns will benefit from the opportunity in the following ways:

• Support Worldreader’s efforts to bring digital reading to vulnerable communities.
• Learn about international development in the nonprofit education sector.
• Collaborate with a passionate global team.
• Earn valuable resume-building experience.
• Build your professional network.

How to Apply

Worldreader is an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourages applications from persons with disabilities, women, and other underrepresented applicants. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in Kenya and can produce proof of authorization.

Your personal data will be processed in accordance with Worldreader's candidate privacy notice.

Please submit your CV in English.