Social Media Intern
United Way For Southeastern Michigan
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Back to all jobs Social Media Intern Posted 09-Sep-2025 (EST) 3011 West Grand Boulevard, Detroit, MI, USA 22.00-23.00 per hour Hourly Part Time Are you an undergrad student passionate about social media? Join United Way for Southeastern Michigan as a Part-Time Social Media Intern and immerse yourself in an energetic and professional environment. You'll have the opportunity to craft engaging content and work on exciting projects, such as REEL creation and video editing jobs, that resonate across Detroit and beyond. This internship is perfect for those seeking flexibility, as you can work from home while honing your marketing skills and boosting your social media engagement. At a competitive pay rate of $23.00/hr, you'll gain hands-on experience in a collaborative setting that prioritizes innovation and people-first values. Your contributions will have a direct impact on our mission, making your work truly meaningful. Don't miss the chance to elevate your career in the dynamic nonprofit sector and apply today! UNITED WAY FOR SOUTHEASTERN MICHIGAN: WHAT DRIVES US What is it like to work united? Here at United Way for Southeastern Michigan our employees combine their individual strengths to develop solutions to some of our region's toughest challenges alongside our donors, advocates, volunteers and partners. Join our team as we work collaboratively to impact the communities within southeastern Michigan! For more than 100 years, we've responded to the community's most pressing challenges around children and family, health and the community. Honored with a symbolic or actual "torch drive" each year, our annual campaign has brought thousands of companies and individuals together for a common cause: supporting our Southeastern Michigan communities. MAKE A DIFFERENCE AS A SOCIAL MEDIA INTERN As a Part-Time Social Media Intern at United Way for Southeastern Michigan, you will be at the forefront of driving social media engagement through innovative posts tailored for a variety of platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, BlueSky, LinkedIn, and TikTok. Your experience in creating compelling content and videos will be crucial as you craft eye-catching materials that resonate with our diverse audience. In this role, you'll also have the opportunity to attend some evening and weekend events in the local Detroit community, ensuring that your contributions reflect real-time engagement and connection with the people we serve. This internship promises to be both fulfilling and dynamic, allowing you to further develop your marketing skills while making a positive impact.
Key Responsibilities
- Drive social media engagement through innovative posts tailored for platforms including Facebook, Instagram, BlueSky, LinkedIn, and TikTok.
- Create compelling content and videos, including reels, social videos, and stories, to resonate with diverse audiences.
- Attend local events in Detroit, supporting real-time social media coverage and engagement, which may require occasional in-person attendance.
- Assist in creating and publishing engaging social media content using Sprout Social or directly on social platforms, including selecting photos, graphics, videos, and crafting captions.
- Collaborate with team members to brainstorm content ideas that align with organizational goals and social media strategies.
- Ensure all content is reviewed and approved to maintain consistency in grammar, tone, style, and professionalism.
- Design creative graphics using Canva and compile videos for social media campaigns, submitting all designs for feedback and approval.
- Monitor and respond to messages across social platforms in a timely and professional manner.
- Use Sprout Social to tag posts for reporting and analysis, and engage with followers by retweeting, reposting, commenting, liking, and sharing relevant content.
- Track and monitor mentions of the organization on social platforms, engaging with users through comments and likes, and researching context for meaningful responses.
Requirements
- Understanding of social media trends and best practices to brainstorm content ideas that resonate with target audiences.
- Flexibility to attend local events and collaborate with team members for real-time social media coverage.
- Willingness to learn and accept constructive feedback to improve performance.
- Strong writing and editing skills with the ability to create professional and engaging social media copy.
- Familiarity with social media platforms such as Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, etc., and tools like Sprout Social and Canva.
- Creativity, attention to detail, and passion for social media trends and best practices.
- Availability to attend local events when necessary, with support from the social media team.
- Minimum of 1 year experience with Canva and some video editing software such as Cap Cut.
- High School Diploma required; some college coursework preferred.
- Experience in professional social media content creation highly preferred.
- Located in Detroit, MI, with the ability to travel to the Fisher Building main office.
Nice to Have
- Experience with video editing software such as Cap Cut.
- Some college coursework related to marketing or communications.
Qualifications
- High School Diploma required.
- Some college coursework preferred.
- Experience in professional social media content creation highly preferred.
- Minimum of 1 year experience with Canva and some video editing software.
Benefits & Perks
- Flexible part-time schedule averaging 15 hours per week.
- Hands-on experience in social media content creation and digital marketing.
- Opportunity to work in a collaborative, innovative environment.
- Potential to develop marketing skills and make a positive community impact.
Working at United Way For Southeastern Michigan
United Way for Southeastern Michigan values collaboration, innovation, and a people-first approach. The organization responds to community challenges through collective efforts involving donors, advocates, volunteers, and partners, with a history of over 100 years of community service and impactful campaigns.
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