Spring 2026 Communications Internship

3 days ago

Washington, DC, United States Public Knowledge Full time

Position Summary: Public Knowledge seeks a dynamic self-starter to assist the organization's communications team with its marketing and communications efforts. Communications internships at Public Knowledge provide students or young professionals an opportunity to learn first-hand the skills required to succeed in communications for a public interest advocacy organization. This internship is a remote, flexible position. Candidates will require a computer/laptop with an internet connection capable of handling video conferencing to participate. The Communications Intern reports to the Communications Director.

Responsibilities:

  • Draft and/or edit blog posts, a variety of website content, action pages, fact sheets, marketing emails, social media posts (for a variety of channels), slideshows, brochures, press releases, and other content for internal and external audiences as requested by the Communications Director.
  • With guidance, record and/or edit video footage to enhance the Public Knowledge website, marketing emails, and social media channels.
  • Create and edit graphics to enhance the Public Knowledge website, marketing emails, and social media channels as well as product designs.
  • Assist in reporting on web analytics for Public Knowledge websites and social media channels.
  • Prepare or assist in developing social media kits for Congressional hearings, FCC Open Meetings, campaign launches, and other relevant events by providing graphics and content
  • Help plan and execute campaigns and participate in coalitions as opportunities arise.
Qualifications:
  • Excellent communications skills, including both oral and written.
  • An understanding of social media tools and platforms, including Bluesky, LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTube, Facebook, TikTok, and X.
  • Ability to translate complex ideas into understandable written and oral statements and messages intended to persuade, influence, or inform others, including public opinion leaders.
  • Enthusiasm for the mission of Public Knowledge, public interest advocacy, and technology policy.
  • Interest in policymaking and the political process.
  • Familiarity with video production and graphic design via the Adobe Suite and Canva, or similar tools and a willingness to learn.
  • Knowledge of web analytics and/or CMS and CRM use a plus.
  • Experience with live-streaming, video/audio recording, and photography a plus, if local.

Compensation: $1500 monthly stipend

Hours: Approximately 20 hours per week (based on the candidate's schedule, but most interns work three days a week)

Start Date: Between March 1 and March 15, 2026 (based on the candidate's schedule)

Duration: 3-6 months with the option to extend based on performance

Organization Description: Public Knowledge is a nonprofit technology policy organization that promotes freedom of expression, an open internet, and access to affordable communications tools and creative works. Public Knowledge's modes of advocacy include outreach to the U.S. Congress, the executive branch, and administrative agencies, as well as filing administrative comments, submitting amicus briefs, hosting public education events, building coalitions, and writing white papers and blog posts.

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