Social Media Intern

Social Media & Digital Communications Intern

The Life Raft Group is seeking a motivated Social Media & Digital Communications Intern to support the organization’s digital outreach and storytelling efforts. This internship provides hands-on experience in nonprofit communications, digital engagement, and health advocacy.

The intern will assist with creating and editing social media content, developing short-form video and reels, monitoring social media trends, and helping track engagement metrics across platforms. This role is ideal for students or early-career professionals interested in nonprofit communications, digital media, public health, or marketing.

Key Responsibilities

• Create and edit short-form video content and reels for social media platforms including Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, and YouTube Shorts.
• Assist with the development of engaging social media posts highlighting patient stories, educational resources, advocacy efforts, and organizational initiatives.
• Monitor emerging social media trends and recommend new formats or content strategies.
• Support the planning and scheduling of social media content in collaboration with the communications team.
• Assist with the creation of graphics, captions, and visual storytelling content.
• Track and compile basic social media analytics and engagement metrics to help evaluate campaign performance.
• Contribute ideas for digital campaigns, awareness initiatives, and event promotion.

Preferred Qualifications

• Current undergraduate or graduate student in Communications, Marketing, Digital Media, Public Health, Journalism, or a related field.
• Interest in nonprofit communications, healthcare advocacy, or mission-driven storytelling.
• Familiarity with Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, LinkedIn, and short-form video platforms.
• Basic experience with video editing tools such as CapCut, Canva, Adobe Premiere Rush, or similar software.
• Strong writing, creativity, and attention to detail.

Preferred (But Not Required)

• Experience with social media analytics or engagement tracking.
• Familiarity with content planning tools or social media dashboards.
• Interest in health communications, patient advocacy, or rare disease awareness.

What You Will Gain

• Hands-on experience in nonprofit digital communications and social media strategy.
• Experience creating mission-driven content and short-form video storytelling.
• Exposure to patient advocacy and rare disease awareness campaigns.
• Opportunity to contribute to a global nonprofit organization supporting patients and caregivers.
• Professional mentorship and portfolio-building experience.

How to Apply

Please submit:

• A brief statement of interest
• Resume
• Optional: examples of social media content, reels, or digital projects

Send us an email to ctordella@liferaftgroup.org