Fall 2026 Social Media and Communications Intern

Role

The Death Penalty Information Center (DPI) is seeking a Social Media and Communications Undergraduate Intern for fall 2026 to assist with the Center's social media and communications work.

Application Deadline

Applications are due ASAP but no later than July 15, 2026.

Responsibilities

The Fall 2026 Social Media Design and Communications Intern will be responsible for assisting DPI's staff in day-to-day operations and management of social media content across multiple platforms. This individual will be responsible for assisting in the planning, creating, and posting of content for various social platforms. The social media intern will also aid in tracking engagement analytics for social media and general media reach.

Qualifications

• Detail-oriented with a strong interest in the Center's work of serving the media and the public with analysis and information on issues concerning capital punishment
• Familiar with Instagram, LinkedIn, and Facebook
• Familiarity with Canva is a plus
• Social Sciences, Communications, Criminal Justice/Criminology, Pre-Law, Data Analytics/Science, Computer Science, or Graphic Design (for Social Media Intern) or other related field of study preferred

Position Details

This is a part-time position where the hours and schedule are flexible, but we prefer interns to work during normal work hours (M-F, 9-5pm ET). We are willing to work with your college or university for internship credit. The start date and end date are flexible, but we hope interns would start in late August. This position is unpaid, but DPI will work with you to obtain course credit for the internship, if desired.

Diversity Statement

DPI strongly encourages applications from historically disadvantaged groups, including formerly incarcerated people, Black people, Indigenous people, people of color, LGBTQ+ people, and women.

How to Apply

To apply, please submit a cover letter and resume in a single PDF to internships@deathpenaltyinfo.org. Indicate in the subject line that you are applying for the Social Media and Communications Internship. Applicants for the Social Media and Communications Internship are welcome, but not required, to submit 2 – 3 samples of social media posts you have produced, if available.

Contact

If you have questions, please contact Anne Holsinger at aholsinger@deathpenaltyinfo.org.