Social Media & Texting Intern (Winter 2025)

Salary: $20/hourLocation: Remote or Washington, D.C.Content creation, texting production, and reportingWant to break into digital for political campaigns and advocacy groups? Get your start with us. Middle Seat is a digital consulting firm that works with campaigns, nonprofits, advocacy organizations, and causes on the front lines of reproductive justice, racial justice, climate action, immigration rights, and economic justice.We're looking for a creative self-starter to support our Social Media & Texting team as a paid intern for WINTER 2025 (January 2026 - March 2026).What does the role involve?As a Social Media & Texting intern at Middle Seat, you'll learn the ins and outs of digital communications, fundraising, and mobilization. You'll be responsible for assisting with text message production and quality assurance, taking the first stab at copywriting for social posts and texts, compiling social media reporting and monitoring through SproutSocial, creating short-form videos or graphics, completing administrative tasks, and other responsibilities as requested.This role is available either in person at our Washington, D.C office or remotely. This role is not part of the bargaining unit.RequirementsThis role is for you if:You're excited by the idea of working for progressive clients doing great work on the groundYou're a strong writer with correct grammar and self-proofreading skills You're detail-oriented, organized, and are able to assist our team in ensuring top quality for final productsYou are constantly scrolling social media for new trends and enjoy consuming & creating contentYou're technically adept and pick up new tools easilyYou follow your favorite candidates on social media and subscribe to their fundraising programsYou are in your final year of an undergraduate program or are a recent graduateIt would be nice if you:Have a background in social media management and demonstrate an understanding of best practices for platforms like Twitter, TikTok, Instagram, and moreHave experience in or exposure to digital fundraisingHave worked on a political campaign, advocacy organization, or nonprofitHave experience with graphic design (from Canva to Adobe) and light video editing (in-app editing on TikTok or Instagram included!)And it's essential that you:Are committed to working for progressive political candidates and causesAre a team playerFollow along with the news of the day, particularly an understanding of the U.S. political system as well as key progressive issuesCan commit to full-time (40-hour work week) or near full-time availability, with consistent hours each weekAre based in the United StatesBenefitsWe offer a salary of $20 per hour.We are committed to building a diverse and passionate team. We encourage creative-minded individuals with a strong technical aptitude to apply for this position. Women, people of color, and LGBTQ+ individuals are encouraged to apply.Our firm is values-driven. We are intentional with the decidedly left-of-center clients we work with — and we strive to make our work environment and benefits reflect that, including salary transparency, healthy work-life balance, and consistent employee feedback and communication. We're happy to talk more about our company culture with prospective applicants.