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

ACLU - Internships • New York, NY

12d • Remote

About The Position

The ACLU seeks an Undergraduate Social & Store Intern for the Communications and Marketing Department at its National office in New York City. The internship is fully remote as described at the outset of the posting, though the internship logistics section also describes limited remote or hybrid positions from the New York City office. The role may be part-time or full-time and is intended for currently matriculated undergraduate students, or candidates with an equivalent combination of education and/or experience, who will be based in the United States for the entire internship.

The intern will help operate the ACLU online store efficiently and cost-effectively, support profitability, and contribute creative merchandise and marketing ideas. The intern will also assist the social media team with researching, producing, scheduling, and measuring content for Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, Bluesky, Threads, and emerging platforms as needed. The Communications & Marketing Department uses digital channels and written, multimedia, and graphic design content to grow and engage audiences, raise money, communicate the organization’s message, and mobilize supporters.

The internship lasts 12 consecutive weeks for part-time interns working 20 hours per week, or 10 consecutive weeks for full-time interns working 35 hours per week. The start date is January 11 or January 25, 2027. A stipend is available to students lawfully authorized to work: $20 per hour for undergraduate students or equivalent experience. Arrangements may also be made with educational institutions for work/study or course credit.

Requirements

• Currently matriculated as an undergraduate student, or have an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
• Be based in the United States 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 the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong computer skills, particularly in 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.
• Commitment to equity, inclusion, and belonging, 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, writing copy, and supporting digital marketing.
• 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 the social media team with researching, producing, scheduling, and measuring content across specified and emerging platforms.

Benefits

• A stipend of $20 per hour is available for undergraduate students or equivalent experience who are lawfully authorized to work.
• Arrangements can 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