About the position
The Service Employees International Union (SEIU) is seeking a Digital Intern for Politics and Government Relations. This internship will take place at the SEIU headquarters in Washington, DC, from September 2025 to November 2025, with flexible start and end dates. The digital department supports various SEIU initiatives, including organizing campaigns, elections, and social media efforts. The intern will have the opportunity to enhance their digital skills while contributing to the organization's fight against attacks on low-wage workers, immigrant communities, and working families. This role will focus on supporting federal-focused fight-back campaigns, creating content for social media toolkits, and assisting with days of action, providing both educational and networking opportunities.
Responsibilities
- Assist in staffing worker organizing campaigns by helping to collect, create, and manage digital content.
- Help with developing and scheduling content for digital properties, emphasizing engagement and lead generation.
- Collaborate with the government relations and political departments to develop engaging social media content.
- Work in coordination with SEIU staff to help plan and produce content for SEIU's social media channels.
- Perform other duties as needed to assist the digital communications team in achieving its goals.
Requirements
- Graduated from high school or an equivalency program.
- Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from an academic program, preferably in journalism, marketing, political science, labor studies, or a similar field.
- Interest in digital media, social media management, or communications.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
- Experience with social media platforms like TikTok and Instagram, and content creation.
- Familiarity with content management systems like WordPress and Craft.
- Willingness to learn and take on new challenges.
Benefits
- Hourly pay rate of $20.
- Opportunity to enhance digital skills.
- Networking opportunities within the organization.
- Experience in a political and labor-focused environment.
