Derex Technologies Inc is looking for a Digital Reporter Intern for Our National Conversation (ONC). This role contributes to ONC’s mission of providing nonpartisan news and promoting effective solutions to America’s challenges by completing essential tasks within the marketing department's social media team.
What You'll Do
- Deliver timely news updates and breakdowns of topics tailored for social media platforms.
- Conduct on-the-street interviews with the public and college students to gather diverse perspectives.
- Collaborate with the social media team to create engaging video reels featuring interviews and other content.
- Collaborate with the CEO to research and evaluate innovative, ethical applications of AI across organizational functions.
- Contribute to strategic brainstorming sessions on AI application in fundraising, marketing, social media and data analytics.
- Research AI tools to enhance content production and operational efficiency.
- Coordinate closely with the social media team lead to ensure alignment with content strategy.
- Monitor audience feedback and engagement metrics to identify trends and opportunities for growth.
- Actively participate in coaching sessions and workshops to enhance reporting and public speaking skills.
What We're Looking For
- Strong interest in broadcast journalism, public speaking, and digital media.
- Excellent verbal communication skills and confidence in conducting on-the-street interviews in public.
- Ability to distill complex topics into concise, engaging content for social media audiences.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
- Ability to conduct in-person interviews and work independently to meet deadlines.
- Ability to attend mandatory weekly Organization-Wide meetings and weekly Tuesday Marketing Department meetings.
- Authorization to intern in the U.S.
- Submission of a one-page cover letter with your application.
- Comfort on camera and with having video content posted to social media platforms and our website.
- Commitment to at least the end of the Summer semester (August 31st, 2025).
Nice to Have
- A degree in progress or completed in Journalism, Broadcast Journalism, Communications, Public Relations or a related field.
- Experience with Google Workspace.
Team & Environment
You will work closely with the Social Media team lead, the Director of Marketing, the CEO and the COO, while also working independently.
Work Mode
This is a remote position.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
