Spring 2027 DNC Social Media Internship

Social Media / Content and Creative Summary:

The DNC's Social Media team focuses on connecting the American people to the Democratic National Committee's mission and goals through the use of social media. The team is responsible for creating and managing social media campaigns and communications strategies for the DNC.

Position Summary:

The Social Media Team is a small team within the DNC's Content and Creative Department. Interns on the Social Media team will support the team's work by writing, editing, and posting a variety of social media content supporting the DNC's programming; they will also assist with graphic design and other projects as assigned. The Social Media Intern's responsibilities may vary based on need and interest but will include the following:

• Drafting written content for the DNC's social media platforms, including Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram
• Pitching social media content ideas
• Drafting and executing social media toolkits for events and campaigns
• Assisting with live coverage of public events
• Producing video content for the DNC's social media platforms
• Creating graphics, gifs, and content for the DNC's social media platforms
• Assisting with media monitoring and copy editing
• Assisting with social media strategy

Interns on the social media team will engage with, and gain an understanding of, social media strategy, the news media, and political voice in a national political context.

The DNC's Internship Program provides a unique opportunity for hardworking, passionate, and dedicated individuals to gain real-world experience in Democratic politics, strengthen their understanding of the political process, and gain valuable work experience. Working within the DNC's Content and Creative department provides a unique opportunity to combine in-house design, video, communications, and research to create unique materials focused for audiences across the country. It is a fast-paced environment where team members are quick to pivot. It is the ideal place for those who are motivated by quick accomplishments, effective use of time, and willing to work on many projects at a time.

*Candidates with a particular interest in and some experience using social media platforms will be the best fit for this internship. (And some politics experience wouldn't hurt either.)

The DNC is an equal opportunity employer. The DNC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetics, or any other basis prohibited by discrimination laws. The DNC encourages everyone to apply.

Program Dates and Deadlines:

The Spring 2027 Internship Program accepts applications through November 27, 2026.

The Spring 2027 Internship Program runs from January 11, 2027 to March 19, 2027.

The DNC hires interns to work 20 hours per week.

Interns are paid a $3,700 stipend for the program.

Interns based in D.C. are expected to work partial in-person hours at the DNC's D.C. office, and remote interns may do all work remotely.

Please allow up to 90 minutes to complete your application.

This is an unpaid internship position.

Intern Selection Criteria:

Applicants will be selected based upon the following criteria:

• Be enrolled, at the time of application, in an undergraduate or master's degree program, or have completed an undergraduate or master's degree within the last six months.
• Have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher.
• Be comfortable using social media platforms (Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, TikTok) for creative and professional purposes.
• Be comfortable using new technologies and platforms.
• Applicants must not use ChatGPT or other third party AI platforms to draft their application responses because this will hinder our ability to select interns based on the merits of their individual experiences.
• Possess some experience with graphic design, video editing, or visual storytelling.
• Be highly motivated, professional, willing to learn, and able to collaborate in a team environment.
• Have strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Be able to commit to a minimum of 20 hours per week and attend weekly professional development sessions either virtually or in-person.
• Have demonstrable interest in Democratic politics and commitment to electing Democrats.

Who May Apply:

Undergraduate and graduate students.

If you are interested in applying for an internship opportunity with the DNC, please complete the application at https://apply.democrats.org/internships/ and upload your resume and cover letter.

Application Tips:

• Customize your cover letter to demonstrate your passion for the DNC's mission and goals.
• The application asks for you to consider a role at one of the DNC's departments — the roles are listed under specific departments in the application portal; do not apply to a role that is not listed.
• Use the first name field in the application for your nickname or preferred name if you prefer.
• You do not need a U.S. citizenship to apply.
• Applicants must complete the application within one session. Please allow up to 90 minutes to complete.
• You can find more detailed information about these opportunities in the DNC's Internship Program Overview by clicking here.
• All applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis.
• Please contact rbergren@dnc.org if you experience any difficulty during the application process.