Communications Internship Opportunity

2 days ago


Washington, Washington, D.C., United States Foundation for Defense of Democracies Full time
Job Description

Join the Foundation for Defense of Democracies (FDD) as a Communications Intern and contribute to the organization's mission to promote pluralism, defend democratic values, and fight ideologies that threaten democracy.

About the Internship

The FDD Communications Department is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented individual to assist in tracking media metrics, developing contacts in broadcast/print media, and crafting social media content. As a Communications Intern, you will have the opportunity to work closely with senior staff, participate in a twice-monthly speaker series, and develop your skills in communications, public relations, and digital media.

Responsibilities
  • Monitor the organization's media profile and track media metrics
  • Assist in developing contacts in broadcast/print media
  • Craft social media content and help maintain the organization's online presence
  • Assist in developing research products and synthesizing research findings
  • Participate in the twice-monthly speaker series and engage with high-level DC officials and senior staff members
Requirements
  • Must have at least a 3.2 GPA (on a 4.0 scale)
  • Should have a relevant course of study and have completed coursework in any of the following fields: International Relations, Security Studies, History, Communications, Journalism, International Economics, Political Science, Computer Science, or a relevant STEM field of study
  • Interns should have knowledge of Microsoft Office programs, including Word, as well as basic Excel skills
  • Must be able to commit to a minimum of 22 hours per week
  • Must be eligible to work in the United States
Application Materials Required
  1. Resume/CV
  2. Cover letter (Please review our website and include which FDD projects and issue areas resonate with you and why. Also indicate where you found this internship and your availability for the semester.)
  3. Writing Sample (no more than 3 pages)
  4. Unofficial transcript copy

Please specify the department(s) for which you would like to be considered (feel free to indicate preferences) in your cover letter. While you may use the same cover letter for multiple positions, please submit a separate application for each position of interest.



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