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Social Media Intern

The Jed Foundation (JED), New York, NY, United States


Application Deadline:

8 May 2026

Department:

02. Marketing & Communications

Employment Type:

Internship

Location:

New York City, New York

Reporting To:

Director of Social Media

Compensation:

$17.00 / hour

Description Are you obsessed with trends, a pro at navigating the FYP, and ready to make a real impact? We’re looking for a Social Media Intern for Summer 2026 who knows how to keep it

and bring fresh energy to our brand!

The Deets

Reporting to: Director of Social Media

Timeline: June – August 2026 (We’re flexible! ️)

Location: New York City, New York

Ready to make 2026 legendary? Apply now!

Key Responsibilities

Research & Strategy

Trend Sourcing: Scrolling TikTok and Reels to identify emerging audios, memes, and "core" aesthetics before they peak.

Competitor Audits: Keeping an eye on what other brands are doing (and doing it better).

Generational Knowledge: Being our resident expert on Gen Z/Gen Alpha slang, humor, and platform etiquette.

Content Creation

Short-Form Video: Filming and editing "unfiltered" Lo-Fi content, "Day in the Life" clips, and behind-the-scenes (BTS) footage.

Graphic Design: Creating high-engagement, aesthetic carousels in Canva. ✨

Caption Writing: Drafting "human-sounding" copy that actually passes the vibe check (no corporate-speak allowed). ✍️

Ops & Scheduling ️

Social Content Calendar: Mapping out the month’s posts so we always have a consistent flow.

Scheduling: Mastering Sprout Social to hit those peak engagement times. ⏰

Engagement

Community Management: Being the voice of the brand! You’ll respond to comments and DMs with our specific "voice" via Sprout Social. ️

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

Platform Pro: You have deep knowledge of Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube.

Eye for Design: You’re already comfortable whipping things up in Canva. ️

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