Digital Communications Intern

The ideal candidate has some experience in digital and graphic design, understands current social media trends, and enjoys crafting compelling visual and written content for diverse international audiences. This internship offers the opportunity to apply your design skills to mission-driven digital communications, social media campaigns, and fundraising initiatives, making it an excellent opportunity to build your creative portfolio while contributing to a purpose-driven organization.

Specific Responsibilities: 

• Design Social Media & Digital Content
• Create cohesive graphic assets that maintain CorpsAfrica’s visual brand standards.
• Assist with creating original, on-brand content (graphics, video, photo, and copy) for CorpsAfrica’s social platforms: Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, X (Twitter), YouTube.
• Design promotional materials for print, web, and digital use (e.g., infographics, social media templates, flyers, one-pagers).
• Develop and maintain weekly content calendars aligned with campaign and event timelines.
• Organize, archive, and manage photo and video assets for internal and external use.
• Research and pitch relevant, creative ideas to grow social engagement.
• Track social media analytics.
• Support social media scheduling, captions, and engagement.
• Support end-of-year fundraising and impact campaigns.

Qualifications:

• Proficiency in Canva is highly preferred (Adobe Creative Suite is a plus, but not required).
• Experience creating engaging social media or digital content.
• Basic knowledge of video editing and social media analytics tools.
• Strong visual and copywriting skills with attention to brand tone and consistency.
• Demonstrated interest in African affairs, communications, digital design, digital media, marketing, branding, international affairs, or similar fields.
• Strong organizational, research, and professional communication skills.
• Ability to take initiative, work independently, and manage projects within deadlines.