Social Media Intern

Are you a creative storyteller who believes in the power of youth voice?

LitiArts is seeking a mission-aligned Social Media Intern based in Seattle to help us tell our story, capture authentic program moments, and build community online. If you care about literacy, the arts, identity, and the brilliance of young people, this role is for you.

Who We Are

LitiArts is a Seattle-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit that provides culturally sustaining, identity-affirming literacy and arts education for youth ages 9--18. Rooted in the Pacific Northwest and operating nationally through digital programming, we partner with schools, libraries, and community organizations to create spaces where young people, particularly BIPOC, multilingual, and immigrant youth, can build confidence, develop their voices, and grow as storytellers, thinkers, and leaders.

Our programs integrate literacy, visual arts, digital literacies, multilingualism, and social-emotional learning.

Where You Fit In

You'll collaborate with our Social Media Coordinator on the content team and report directly to them and the ED. This is a hands-on role with real responsibility, real impact, and real community. You'll help shape how LitiArts shows up in the world.

What You'll Do

• Content Creation & Storytelling: Develop mission-aligned posts and captions that highlight youth creativity, program impact, and community moments for both general audiences and funder-facing communications
• Campaign Support: Help execute a content campaign tied to a key organizational initiative
• Platform Management: Help maintain consistency across Instagram and other active platforms
• Analytics Support: Assist in compiling social media analytics throughout the summer
• Team Collaboration: Work closely with LitiArts' Lead Social Media Coordinator and participate in weekly virtual check-ins with the ED

Time Commitment & Compensation

• Summer internship: June 9 through August 15, 2026
• Part-time: Approximately 5 hours per week
• Unpaid volunteer role
• Fully remote
• Flexible schedule: Monday through Friday
• Digital communication and one weekly virtual team meeting

Required Qualifications

• Strong alignment with LitiArts' mission and values
• Based in or able to travel within Seattle
• Proficiency in Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, and other major social media platforms
• Experience with design tools such as Canva or Adobe Suite
• Strong writing and visual storytelling skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively across a small team

Desired Qualifications

• Experience creating content that centers BIPOC communities, youth, or education
• Commitment to racial, social, and gender justice
• Interest in literacy, arts education, or youth development
• Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Communications, Media, Marketing, Education, or a related field

Ideal Candidate

This role is a strong fit for undergraduates, sophomores, juniors, and seniors, as well as recent graduates, interested in social media, content creation, communications, or nonprofit work. The ideal candidate is curious, creative, and genuinely invested in the communities LitiArts serves.

What's In It For You

• Portfolio Development: Build a body of real, mission-driven content across social media, storytelling, and campaign work
• Professional Experience: Gain hands-on experience in social media strategy, analytics, and content production within a growing nonprofit
• Mentorship & Network: Work directly with LitiArts leadership and connect with educators, artists, and community leaders across Seattle
• Meaningful Impact: Contribute to an organization doing real, community-rooted work with youth and see that impact firsthand
• College Credit: LitiArts is happy to support students in obtaining college credit or practicum hours for this internship. Please contact your academic advisor or program coordinator to determine your eligibility.

Complete the application here: https://forms.gle/AT1Use518KKSLUJB7

Questions? Email [email protected]