About the role#
The ACLU of North Carolina is seeking a Communications Intern for the Winter 2027 term. This position offers hands-on experience in digital advocacy, rapid-response messaging, and social media strategy within a statewide civil liberties organization. You will work under the guidance of the Communications Director to support integrated advocacy projects.
What you'll do#
- Monitor social media trends and identify opportunities to join relevant conversations.
- Create content for platforms including Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, Threads, Bluesky, and TikTok.
- Respond to current events with timely messaging.
- Produce TikTok videos to increase audience engagement.
- Track and promote the organization's advocacy and legal work.
- Monitor basic performance metrics to help inform future content strategy.
- Support additional communications tasks as they arise.
What you'll need#
- You are currently an undergraduate or graduate student.
- You reside in North Carolina.
- Strong research, writing, and communication skills.
- Ability to manage projects independently with attention to detail and good time management.
- Experience creating content for various social media platforms.
- Creativity and initiative.
- A commitment to the mission of the ACLU-NC, with an interest in civil rights, civil liberties, civic engagement, or public policy.
Location & details#
This is a paid, part-time internship. The role is remote, though you may be asked to attend occasional in-person meetings at the office in Durham, North Carolina.
About ACLU of North Carolina
The ACLU of North Carolina operates as a nonprofit organization based in Raleigh. It focuses on the protection of individual rights and liberties under the North Carolina and United States Constitutions. The group advocates in courts, legislatures, and local communities. Its work covers issues such as voting rights, reproductive freedom, and privacy protections.
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