Communication and Social Media Intern

Mission 

Network 20/20 is an inclusive, international affairs organization that bridges the gap between the private sector and global policy worlds. We leverage entrepreneurial, established, and emerging leaders, and projects to drive innovative research and solutions critical to impacting global challenges.

Description 

We are currently seeking a communication and social media intern who is a highly energetic, tactful, and engaging self-starter who can bring creative thinking to engage with and grow Network 20/20’s community in the United States and abroad. The intern will have the opportunity to engage with our global community via Network 20/20’s social media platforms, website, email, and other means of communication. The intern will work closely with Network 20/20’s diverse team to implement strategic communication objectives over the course of the internship. Additionally, the intern will undertake various communication projects related to our programs, networking, and outreach projects that will advance the intern’s skillsets as they continue in their career. We take pride in providing our interns the environment to add creative thinking and professional growth as unique experiences of the internship program. 

The intern will primarily focus on communications and marketing but can also gain hands-on experience and training in many aspects of Network 20/20’s program and be able to network with leading and senior professionals from the private and public sector. 

This internship will commence on September 8th and end on December 19th. It requires a commitment of three days a week (which can be arranged between you and Network 20/20 prior to your first day). The internship is hybrid and comes with a stipend of $200/week.

Specific responsibilities include:

• Assist in the implementation of strategic communication objectives that includes improving Network 20/20’s social media platform presence, search engine optimization, and online engagement 
• Maintaining, updating, and running advertising campaigns on Network 20/20’s website and social media platforms including Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram, and YouTube with a focus on sharing substantive foreign policy content and engaging and growing audiences
• Assisting in the development and production of marketing and promotional materials for Network 20/20’s upcoming programs
• Assisting staff with promoting events through posts and strategic boosting
• Attend Network 20/20’s online/in-person discussions.

Requirements

• Professional or academic experience using different social networks (Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter/X, Instagram, YouTube)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills 
• Familiar with design programs/software or video editing software such as: Canva, iMovie, and/or Adobe Premiere Pro
• Excellent attention to detail, good organizational abilities, and strong computer skills
• Passion for and understanding of international affairs is a plus
• Experience working with WordPress, HTML, Google Analytics, Google Ads to manage website is a plus
• Previous internship or related experience in marketing or communications is a plus 
• Ability to work independently as well as closely with a team 
• U.S. work permit is required