Social Media Intern - Washington, DC
2 days ago
Job description
Full-time, Internship
Description
The National Retail Federation is a trade association that advocates for the people, brands, policies and ideas that help retail succeed. From its headquarters in Washington, D.C., NRF empowers the industry that powers the economy. Retail is the nation's largest private-sector employer, contributing $5.3 trillion to annual GDP and supporting more than one in four U.S. jobs. For over a century, NRF has been a voice for every retailer and every retail job, educating, inspiring and communicating the powerful impact retail has on local communities and global economies.
We have exciting internship opportunities for college students to learn valuable insights about the retail industry and the role of a trade association. Do you have a passion for the retail industry? Do you enjoy learning and gaining hands-on experience working with a team? If yes, this may be the summer internship for you. Interested candidates should apply with a resume and cover letter by March 6, 2026, to be considered.
Program Dates: June 1, 2026 – July 30, 2026
Hourly Rate: $25 – $28
Location: Washington, D.C. Office
Work Model: Hybrid — In-office Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday; remote Monday and Friday
The Social Media Intern will assist the NRF social media director with planning, creating and executing social content that grows and enhances the NRF's social channels. The intern will support daily content production, trend research, and cross-platform strategy, bringing strong creative skills and a proactive, leadership-driven mindset.
Essential Functions
- Support the development of social campaigns and daily content needs across platforms, including social video.
- Develop strategies that ensure consistent posting, community engagement and brand alignment
- Research the digital and social media landscape and make recommendations based on emerging trends, best practices and competitive analysis
- Create social-first assets using Canva, CapCut, and other design or editing tools
- Write clear, concise news summaries for daily NRF SmartBrief newsletters
- Collaborate with internal teams and take initiative on content ideas, special projects, and campaigns
- Other duties as assigned
Requirements
- Rising senior or recent graduate
- Strong experience managing social media accounts and growing online communities
- Excellent business writing and communication skills
- Video editing experience required
- Familiarity with digital marketing tools and trends
- Organized, enthusiastic, and eager to learn
Application Deadline: Must apply by March 6, 2026, for consideration.
The National Retail Federation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status.
Salary Description
$25-$28/hour
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