Social Media Intern

Intern Job Title:    Social Media Intern 

Department:          Branding, Marketing, and Communications

Reports To:           SVP, Strategic Communications

FLSA Status:         Non-Exempt 

Compensation:     Non-paid. Will receive Academic Course Credit. 

Hours Per Week:   21 Hours 

Location:               Washington, DC (Must be local to location of office)

End Date:               December 18, 2026

We’re excited you’re interested in this internship! Take a moment to read through the full job description to learn more about the opportunity. Be sure to also check the application instructions at the end of job description and upload all required documents so your application can be fully considered.

JOB DESCRIPTION 

The Social Media Intern will support UNCF’s Branding, Marketing, and Communications team in developing, scheduling, and monitoring content that strengthens UNCF’s digital presence. This role is ideal for a creative, organized, and digitally savvy student who wants hands-on experience elevating UNCF’s member institutions, students, programs, events, and organizational priorities across social media and digital channels.

At the conclusion of the internship, the intern will complete a final project that showcases their contributions and learning. Deliverables may include: 3–5 published or contributed pieces (e.g., blog posts, social media content, press releases), Mid-term and final reflection presentations, One capstone project (e.g., campaign concept, social media toolkit, or story series). By the end of the internship, the intern will: gain practical experience in nonprofit communications and branding, strengthen their ability to communicate across platforms and audiences, build a professional portfolio of creative and strategic work, and deepen their understanding of UNCF’s mission and impact.

ABOUT UNCF 

The United Negro College Fund (UNCF) has been an engine of educational achievement for more than 80 years. UNCF’s mission is to build a robust and nationally recognized pipeline of HBCU students who, because of UNCF support, become highly qualified college graduates. In addition, UNCF ensures that its member institutions remain respected models of best practices in moving students to and through college. Since its inception in 1944, UNCF has raised over $6 billion in private support, distributed scholarships to help students attend school, and enabled more than 500,000 scholars and low-income students to graduate from UNCF’s member historically black colleges and universities (HBCUs) and launch professional careers. UNCF is committed to closing the educational attainment gap by increasing postsecondary access and success for student groups, particularly low-income and first-generation students.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES: 

Content Calendar and Scheduling

• Assist with developing and maintaining UNCF’s social media content calendar.
• Schedule approved content across UNCF’s social media platforms.

Content Creation

• Use approved templates and brand guidelines to create engaging social media graphics.
• Draft and edit social media captions and other short-form digital content.

Research and Storytelling

• Research HBCU, higher education, student success, and cultural trends to identify timely and relevant content opportunities.
• Monitor UNCF’s member institutions for news, accomplishments, events, research, and compelling stories that can be amplified through UNCF’s social media channels.

Campaign Support and Reporting

• Support social media campaigns related to UNCF events, programs, initiatives, and organizational priorities.
• Support basic social media performance tracking and reporting.

Team Collaboration

• Collaborate with team members responsible for social media, content development, creative services, and digital communications.

Final Project & Presentation

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

No supervisory responsibilities. 

QUALIFICATIONS: 

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE 

• Currently enrolled in an accredited college or university (junior, senior, or graduate student preferred)
• Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5
• Strong editing and proofreading skills.
• Demonstrated interest in social media, digital communications, marketing, or public relations.
• Experience creating graphics or other visual content.
• Experience using Canva.
• Strong research and information-gathering skills.
• Creativity and an ability to identify engaging content ideas.
• Close attention to detail.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Sound judgment and professionalism when representing the UNCF brand.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

To apply for this internship, please submit your application online and include the following uploaded documents with application for consideration:

*Cannot be a family member. 

Only completed applications submitted through the online portal will be considered. 

This is an excellent opportunity to gain experience supporting impactful programs while networking within the organization. Please apply if you are proactive, highly motivated, and excited to share your organizational skills!

Background checks required.

UNCF is EOE M/F/D/V