Communications and Marketing Non Duke Student Intern , Sanford School of Public Policy

Duke Careers • Durham, NC

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About The Position

At Duke, we celebrate individuality, creativity, and the power of storytelling to shape ideas and inspire action. As the Communications and Marketing Intern, you’ll join the Communications and Marketing Team at the
Sanford School of Public Policy, contributing your unique voice and perspective while gaining hands-on experience in a dynamic, mission-driven environment. You’ll collaborate with professionals who are passionate about sharing stories that highlight impactful research, innovative ideas, and the people making a difference in public policy.

This internship invites you to explore, experiment, and build skills that will strengthen your portfolio and prepare you for future careers in communications, marketing, digital media, or public policy. You’ll take on meaningful projects and learn how strategic communications shape how a top public policy school is experienced by prospective students, alumni, and the broader public.

Duke offers more than an internship—it’s an opportunity to do work that matters. At the Sanford School of Public Policy, you’ll gain real-world experience, mentorship from communications professionals, and exposure to storytelling that influences policy conversations at the local, national, and global levels. This Summer 2026 internship is designed to help you grow professionally while contributing meaningfully to Duke’s mission of knowledge in service to society.

Requirements

• Enrollment as a current undergraduate or graduate student
• Strong written communication skills and an interest in storytelling
• Curiosity about marketing, communications, digital media, or public policy
• Experience with or interest in social media platforms, video, photography, or graphic design
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• Ability to work independently while also collaborating as part of a team
• Willingness to learn, take initiative, and contribute creative ideas

Responsibilities

• Assist with editing short-form video content, including reels and YouTube shorts
• Update and refresh content across Sanford School websites
• Contribute to the creation of graduate program marketing materials such as viewbooks and impact reports
• Support marketing initiatives aimed at prospective graduate students
• Interview students about their summer internships and write engaging student profiles
• Brainstorm, create, and support content for social media platforms
• Track news and social media trends relevant to public policy and higher education
• Help analyze website traffic and support the development of communications metrics
• Help strategize and organize for events and lectures

Benefits

• Duke provides comprehensive and competitive medical and dental care programs, generous retirement benefits, and a wide array of family-friendly and cultural programs to eligible team members.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed