Digital Social Media Intern (Fall 2026)

About the role

Active Minds is the nation's leading nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting a new generation in ending the silence, helping to make mental health as highly valued as physical health. Founded in 2003 by Alison Malmon after the tragic suicide of her brother Brian, Active Minds works to create communities of support and save lives through its presence at over 800 high school and college campuses, in corporate settings, and with a wide-reaching public audience.

Responsibilities

• Create, edit, and publish short- and long-form video content for social media and digital channels.
• Assist with content planning, development, and execution across platforms including Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, YouTube, and Facebook.
• Support video production efforts, including filming, editing, captioning, and optimizing content for various audiences and platforms.
• Collaborate with staff across departments to identify and develop stories that highlight Active Minds programs, events, and impact.
• Aid in graphic design and content creation using Canva and other creative tools.
• Monitor social media trends, emerging platforms, and content best practices to inform content development.
• Support community engagement efforts by helping manage comments, messages, and audience interactions.
• Assist with content organization, asset management, and other marketing and communications projects as needed.

Qualifications

• Passion and experience working in social media with significant video editing experience.
• Experience with Canva (or similar graphic design software).
• Strong long- and short-form video editing, storytelling, and communications skills.
• Knowledge of Adobe Premiere Pro (or similar editing software).
• Interest in video filming, editing, and being on-camera.
• Strong writing and communications skills.
• Detail oriented & creative thinker.
• Team player with a willingness to learn.
• Knowledge of Google Workspace, Zoom, and Dropbox.

Eligibility requirements

• All applicants must be currently enrolled in, or have previously attended, a U.S. based college or university.
• All applicants must be able to complete a work authorization (I-9) during onboarding.
• All applicants must be able to complete the entirety of the internship program during the listed dates in the job description.

Pay and Schedule

The Digital Social Media Intern will be paid $18 per hour.