Middle Seat is hiring a paid Social Media & Texting Intern for Fall 2025 (September - November). You’ll join a values-driven team to learn the ins and outs of digital communications, fundraising, and mobilization for progressive political and advocacy clients.
What You'll Do
- Assist with text message production and quality assurance.
- Take the first stab at copywriting for social posts and texts.
- Compile social media reporting and monitoring through SproutSocial.
- Create short-form videos or graphics.
- Complete administrative tasks and other responsibilities as requested.
What We're Looking For
- Excited by the idea of working for progressive clients doing great work on the ground.
- Strong writer with correct grammar and self-proofreading skills.
- Detail-oriented, organized, and able to assist the team in ensuring top quality for final products.
- Constantly scrolling social media for new trends and enjoy consuming & creating content.
- Technically adept and pick up new tools easily.
- Follow your favorite candidates on social media and subscribe to their fundraising programs.
- In your final year of an undergraduate program or are a recent graduate.
- Committed to working for progressive political candidates and causes.
- A team player.
- Follow along with the news of the day, particularly an understanding of the U.S. political system as well as key progressive issues.
- Can commit to full-time (40-hour) or near full-time availability, with consistent hours each week.
Nice to Have
- Have a background in social media management and demonstrate an understanding of best practices for platforms like Twitter, TikTok, Instagram, and more.
- Have experience in or exposure to digital fundraising.
- Have worked on a political campaign, advocacy organization, or nonprofit.
- Have experience with graphic design (from Canva to Adobe) and light video editing (in-app editing on TikTok or Instagram included).
Technical Stack
- SproutSocial
- Canva
- Adobe
- TikTok
Team & Environment
You will support the Social Media & Texting team.
Benefits & Compensation
- Compensation: $20/hour
- Salary transparency.
- Healthy work-life balance.
- Consistent employee feedback and communication.
Work Mode
This is a hybrid position based in Washington, D.C. with remote flexibility.
Middle Seat is committed to building a diverse and passionate team. Women, people of color, and LGBTQ+ individuals are encouraged to apply.
