Social Media and Visual Design Intern

Social Media and Visual Design Intern, Communications

This is a hybrid position which requires 8 days per month in the office. You will be based in our office in WRI Indonesia, Jakarta. Existing work authorization is required at the time of application submission as WRI is unable to sponsor any visa work sponsorship for this position. 

Program Overview

The Climate, Economics, and Finance (CEF) Program at WRI Indonesia focuses on the technical, economic, and social benefits of climate action, as well as the cost of inaction to support country transitions toward net zero emissions as outlined in the Paris Agreement, that is just, inclusive and leave no one behind. At the global level, we are working on several main areas: (1) stepping up national climate action while building economies that are cleaner, more equitable and offer better quality of jobs; (2) advancing international climate action through international cooperation on climate change to implement the Paris Agreement and make ambitious, equitable climate action a reality; (3) providing national governments, cities and companies with tools and resources to track progress toward their climate goals and strengthen accountability for existing climate commitments; and (4) tracking progress toward climate goals and supporting equity and development goals in the transition to a net zero emissions while ensuring that the transition will bring more just and equitable society.

At national level we work collaboratively with the government to design ambitious climate action plans that align with long-term climate goals and national development plans through research, policymaking processes, and climate negotiations. We also support businesses, civil society, local governments, and other non-state actors as they pursue their own emissions-reduction and adaptation goals. We have built various climate tools to inform good decision making and ensure accountability for existing commitments, as well as tracking progress on climate action.

General Internship Roles

The Intern will support the Climate, Economics, and Finance (CEF) Program at WRI Indonesia, with a primary focus on learning through hands-on involvement in program communication and outreach activities. The Intern will be actively involved in the development of digital communication materials to strengthen public engagement and amplify the organisation’s climate, environment, and sustainable development advocacy efforts.  This include contributing to social media content production, where the Intern will gain experience in translating technical and policy-related information into clear and engaging digital content through copy writing and basic visual design. Throughout the internship, the Intern will be exposed to cross-functional collaboration and gain practical understanding of how research and policy work is communicated to broader audiences.

Based in Jakarta with a flexible office-working arrangement, this position will report directly to the Senior Communications Specialist for Climate Transitions. In support of WRI's DEI commitment, you are responsible for actively participating in these collaborative efforts by integrating equity into your work, our workplace, and the organizational culture.

What You Will Learn

• Build practical experience in developing engaging social media content in English and Bahasa Indonesia

• Strengthen skills in translating technical and research-based information into audience-friendly communication materials.

• Learn how to develop captions, short-form narratives, headlines, and messaging tailored to different digital platforms and audiences.

• Gain exposure to communicating climate, economics, finance, sustainability, and public policy issues for advocacy and public engagement purposes.

• Develop storytelling approaches that support research communication and awareness-building initiatives.

• Understand communication workflows and editorial processes within a climate and sustainability think tank environment.

• Visual design and digital communication experience

• Build hands-on experience in developing visual communication materials for social media platforms

• Strengthen skills in creating graphics, carousels, and digital visual assets that support advocacy and knowledge dissemination

• Learn how to translate technical information and research findings into accessible and visually engaging content

• Gain practical exposure to applying branding and visual identity standards across communication products

• Develop visual storytelling approaches that support climate advocacy and sustainability communication

• Strengthen familiarity with digital communication tools and content production processes used in professional communication environments

Internship Development Approach

Throughout the internship period, the intern will receive guidance, supervision, and regular feedback from assigned supervisors to support both learning objectives and professional development. The internship is intended to provide meaningful exposure to the topic while allowing the intern to contribute to ongoing program activities in a supportive learning environment.

The intern may also have opportunities to:

• participate in internal discussions, workshops, and knowledge-sharing sessions;

• observe stakeholder engagement and program coordination processes;

• receive mentoring and constructive feedback on assignments and outputs;

• strengthen understanding of professional practices within nonprofit and research-based organizations.

What You Will Need

• Undergraduate or recent graduate in Communications, Graphic Design, Visual Communication Design, Journalism, Environmental Studies, Public Policy, International Relations, or related fields.

• Interest in climate change, sustainability, environment, food systems, land use, water, energy transition, or public policy advocacy.

• Familiarity with social media trends and platform best practices.

• Basic understanding of analytics and audience engagement metrics is an advantage.

• Experience managing personal, campus, organisational, or professional social media accounts is preferred.

• Portfolio submission (social media copy samples and visual design work) is required.

• Strong attention to detail.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

• Adaptivity to advanced planning and immediate work-related requests.

• Willingness to learn technical climate and sustainability topics.

• Creative thinking and openness to feedback.

• Business proficiency in English and Bahasa Indonesia in both verbal and written communications.

• Ability to produce clear and concise written products.

• Ability and willingness to travel if assigned.

• Legally able to take an internship program in Indonesia.

Duration

1 August 2026 – 31 December 2026

Internship Terms

This is a paid internship program. Intern will actively participate in the program activities and entitled to compensation on a monthly basis.

How to Apply:

• Please submit a resume with a cover letter by 17 July 2026. You must apply through the WRI Careers portal to be considered. We may close for applications sooner if we receive a high volume of applications from qualified candidates.

• Must have authorization to work in Indonesia to be eligible for this position.

• Final candidates might be required to take a certain test and/or to produce/share writing samples when needed.

• This is a locally engaged position, Indonesian nationals are encouraged to apply.

What we offer:

• Internship standard wages 

• Travel insurance for both domestic and international for any travel duty as assigned by WRI Indonesia

• Access to the WRI global network with the opportunity to exchange with and learn from passionate colleagues working at the cutting edge of their fields.

• A workplace that strives to put diversity and inclusion at the heart of our work

• The opportunity to join and get involved in different working groups and affinity groups to shape the future of WRI

• Commitment to hybrid working model with flexible working hours

About Us:

World Resources Institute works to improve people’s lives, protect and restore nature and stabilize the climate. As an independent research organization, we leverage our data, expertise and global reach to influence policy and catalyze change across systems like food, land and water; energy; and cities. Our 2,000+ staff work on the ground in more than a dozen focus countries and with partners in over 50 nations.

Our mission and values:

WRI’s mission is to move human society to live in ways that protect Earth’s environment and its capacity to provide for the needs and aspirations of current and future generations.

Our values are shared ideals that bind us together: Independence, Integrity, Impact, Partnership, and Care.

Our culture:

WRI is committed to advancing gender and social equity for human well-being in our mission including equal opportunities in employment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, caste, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, or protected Veteran status.

Our Human Resources Team carefully reviews all applications.

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