Spring 2027 Undergraduate Intern, Social & Store Teams - Communications Department

ACLU • New York City, NY

12d • Remote

About The Position

The ACLU is seeking an Undergraduate Social & Store Intern for its Communications and Marketing Department at the National office. The intern will help operate the online store efficiently and cost-effectively, support profitability, and contribute creative merchandise and marketing ideas. The role also supports the ACLU social media team by researching, producing, scheduling, and measuring content across Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, Bluesky, Threads, and other emerging platforms.

The internship is fully remote according to the opening description; the logistics section also describes limited remote or hybrid opportunities associated with the New York City office. Applicants must be currently matriculated undergraduate students or have an equivalent combination of education and/or experience, and must be based in the U.S. for the entire internship. The internship may be part-time (20 hours per week for 12 consecutive weeks) or full-time (35 hours per week for 10 consecutive weeks), with a start date of January 11 or January 25, 2027. A stipend is available to students lawfully authorized to work, at $20 per hour for undergraduate students or equivalent experience. Educational institutions may arrange work/study or course credit.

Requirements

• Currently matriculated undergraduate student or equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
• Must be based in the U.S. for the entire duration of the internship.
• Previous ecommerce experience for a major brand or retailer.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and comfort analyzing data.
• Experience using social media for professional, academic, or extracurricular purposes.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong computer skills, particularly web-based research, and proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word and Excel.
• Attention to detail and excellent written communication skills.
• Commitment to advancing the ACLU’s mission and embedding equity, inclusion, and belonging in the work, including respect for and valuing of multiple perspectives.
• Commitment to working collaboratively and respectfully toward resolving obstacles and conflict.

Responsibilities

• Update the online store, including setting up product pages, copywriting, and providing digital marketing support.
• Help brainstorm new products, merchandise strategies, and promotional campaigns.
• Create product photography for social media and email marketing.
• Collect and analyze budget, inventory, and sales data using Excel.
• Write social media copy and support metrics reporting and data analysis.
• Research industry trends to inform marketing, ecommerce, and product strategy.
• Produce social media content, including scripting, on-screen appearances, and TikTok production.
• Assist with researching, producing, scheduling, and measuring content across social media platforms.

Benefits

• Stipend of $20 per hour for undergraduate students or equivalent experience, for students lawfully authorized to work.
• Arrangements may be made with educational institutions for work/study or course credit.

What This Job Offers

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