Spring 2027 Digital Media Internship

ArchCity Defenders • St. Louis, MO

1d • Onsite

About The Position

ArchCity Defenders (ACD) is seeking interns to join its dynamic and innovative communications team for Spring 2027. Communications interns function as part of an interdisciplinary team and coordinate with attorneys and staff to support ACD’s mission and expand our reach. A successful intern needs to be assertive, independent, persistent, empathetic, proactive, and flexible. They will need to take initiative, use problem-solving skills, and become a strong advocate for themselves and others. The Digital Media Intern will work with the team to conceptualize and execute design projects, produce content for ACD’s website and social media channels, and assist in designing various digital and print materials.

Requirements

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, and curiosity about learning new systems
• Experience / interest in developing accessible and relevant content for social media
• Experience editing and drafting website content
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Detail-oriented approach to working in a team-driven organization
• High capacity for problem solving and self-direction and the ability to work independently within time constraints
• Flexible and able to respond appropriately to ACD’s changing needs
• Commitment to racial and economic justice and systems change
• Cultural awareness and sensitivity toward diverse populations; awareness of structures of power, privilege, and oppression

Responsibilities

• Present innovative communications/media ideas
• Brainstorm design concepts and draft initial designs for review
• Assist with the design of ACD materials, including graphics for social media, print publications, events, and marketing collateral materials
• Take pictures and produce videos for ACD’s website and social media channels
• Update the website with various content using WordPress
• Conduct issue and policy research on social, legal, racial, and/or economic issues
• Present social media metrics reports and make suggestions to improve communications strategy
• Attend communications update meetings as needed
• Any other duties as assigned to help the Communications team do its best work

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed