Social Media and Communications Intern

Las Americas Immigrant Advocacy Center • El Paso, TX

4d • $500 - $1,500 • Remote

About The Position

Las Americas Immigrant Advocacy Center is seeking a Social Media and Communications Intern to help share the organization’s work, educate the public, and connect immigrant communities with needed resources. Las Americas provides legal services, advocacy, and support to detained and non-detained individuals in El Paso, Texas, and southern New Mexico. Since 1987, it has represented more than 50,000 individuals while advocating for systemic change.

The intern will draft, schedule, and publish social media content and update website content, including news, events, and resource pages. The role requires ensuring content is accurate, respectful, and protective of client confidentiality. The intern reports to the Executive Director. The internship offers an opportunity to develop a portfolio of published nonprofit communications work and learn about immigration advocacy.

The commitment is 4 to 8 hours per week on a flexible schedule. The internship may begin as early as Fall 2026 and continue through Spring 2027. The stipend is $500 to $1,500 per semester, depending on availability and experience. Academic credit is available where permitted by the school. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

Requirements

• Be a currently enrolled student or recent graduate in communications, journalism, marketing, public policy, or a related field.
• Have strong writing and editing skills.
• Demonstrate attention to detail.
• Be able to work independently and meet deadlines.
• Be comfortable with social media and basic website editing.
• Use a trauma-informed approach to client-related content.
• Show commitment to immigrant rights.

Nice To Haves

• Social media or communications experience, including coursework, volunteer work, or personal projects.
• Spanish fluency.
• Familiarity with immigration law and policy.

Responsibilities

• Draft, schedule, and post content across Las Americas’ social media channels.
• Update website content, including news, events, and resource pages.
• Ensure content is accurate, respectful, and protects client confidentiality.

Benefits

• Stipend of $500 to $1,500 per semester, depending on availability and experience.
• Academic credit available where the school permits.
• Opportunity to build a portfolio of published nonprofit communications work and learn about immigration advocacy.

What This Job Offers

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