Marketing/Social Media Intern – Philanthropy & Alumni Engagement

Position: Marketing/Social Media Intern – Philanthropy & Alumni Engagement

Reports to: Annual Fund Manager

Department: Philanthropy & Alumni Engagement 

Location: Remote

Internship Type: Part-time (15–20 hours/week, flexible)

Compensation: $20.00/hr.

Who we are:

CIEE is a nonprofit study abroad and intercultural exchange organization that transforms lives and builds bridges between individuals and nations through study abroad and international exchange experiences that help people develop skills for living in a globally interdependent and multi-cultural world.

Why work with us:  

• You will change the world. CIEE builds bridges between people, countries, and cultures. We help young people participate in high-quality international exchange and study abroad programs that bring the world together. We change lives; our alumni change the world. Be part of the change!
• You will be part of a fast-paced, international, and collaborative team of professionals. CIEE operates the largest nonprofit network of study abroad locations, with facilities and staff in 29 countries. Additionally, we help international participants from over 140 countries come to the USA each year. Committed to excellence and solving whatever problem the world throws at them, CIEE professionals work on international teams and are dedicated to advancing our 77-year-old mission to make the world a more peaceful place

Who you are:

The Marketing/Social Media Intern will play a key role in strengthening CIEE’s online presence for our Philanthropy & Alumni Engagement audiences. This role is ideal for a creative, self-motivated individual with a passion for storytelling, community building, and social media marketing. The intern will help develop and execute content strategies that highlight alumni stories, donor impact, upcoming events, and opportunities to support CIEE’s mission.

What You’ll Do:

• Content Creation:
  • Draft and schedule posts for CIEE Philanthropy & Alumni Engagement social media channels (LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, and others as appropriate).
  • Create reels, stories, and photo/video content aligned with CIEE’s brand and style guidelines.
  • Assist with developing campaign-specific content (e.g., Giving Tuesday, Make-A-Will Month, alumni spotlights).
• Community Engagement:
  • Monitor channels for comments and messages; engage with followers to foster a sense of community.
  • Research trending hashtags, challenges, and alumni-related content opportunities to increase reach and engagement.
• Storytelling & Campaign Support:
  • Collaborate with the team, especially the Alumni Managers and Annual Fund Manager, to source alumni stories, quotes, and images.
  • Support development and implementation of social media campaigns that align with CIEE’s philanthropic initiatives.
• Analytics & Reporting:
  • Support a social media audit and help create an ongoing process to track post performance, engagement rates, and audience growth.
  • Prepare monthly reports to share insights and recommendations with the team.
• General Support:
  • Assist with brainstorming sessions, content calendars, and other projects as needed.

What you’ll bring:

• Currently enrolled in or recent graduate of a degree program in Communications, Marketing, Journalism, Nonprofit Management, or related field.
• Strong understanding of major social media platforms and trends.
• Excellent writing and storytelling skills with attention to detail.
• Basic graphic design or video editing skills (Canva, Adobe Express, or similar tools preferred).
• Organized, proactive, and able to meet deadlines.
• Enthusiasm for CIEE’s mission and for connecting with alumni and donors.

Learning Outcomes:

The intern will gain hands-on experience in:

• Building and managing branded social media campaigns for a nonprofit organization.
• Leveraging storytelling for donor engagement and alumni community-building.
• Using analytics to inform content strategy and improve performance.
• Collaborating with a cross-functional team in a mission-driven organization.
• Gaining an understanding of philanthropy, the donor lifecycle, and how digital media drives engagement and giving.

CIEE believes that professionals with varied backgrounds bring unique approaches and ideas to solving problems and advancing our mission to bring the world together. Qualified candidates from underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply. 

Due to federal regulations, a background and reference check will be conducted as a condition of the internship.