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Intern (Communications) Posting

Orion Policy Institute

About Us 

Orion Policy Institute (OPI) is an independent nonprofit think tank based in Washington, D.C. Our mission is to promote good governance, advance human rights, and improve policy through high-quality research. OPI seeks to generate practical and sustainable solutions based on multi-disciplinary, diverse, and in-depth scientific research and analysis. We address a broad range of issues, including national and global security, democracy, human rights, political and economic development, peace-building, conflict resolution, and various other issues at the local, national, and global levels.

Location

Remote (Washington, D.C. Metropolitan Area (DMV) preferred)

Compensation

Unpaid

Start Date

ASAP

Position Overview

We are seeking Communications interns to support the organization's external communications, strategic outreach, and public engagement efforts. This internship offers hands-on experience in developing and implementing communications and outreach strategies to strengthen OPI's visibility, expand its audience, and promote its research and institutional initiatives. Interns will work closely with OPI's team to support digital communications, stakeholder outreach, audience engagement, and content development across multiple platforms. 

Qualifications

  • Current undergraduate or graduate student (or recent graduate) in communications, journalism, public relations, media studies, international relations, or related fields

  • Demonstrated interest in strategic communications, public engagement, stakeholder outreach, and nonprofit or policy-oriented work

  • Strong writing, editing, and storytelling skills with attention to detail

  • Proficiency in graphic design and infographic development tools

  • Familiarity with social media platforms (X/Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram) and digital communications trends

  • Experience in communications, outreach, digital marketing, or public relations is strongly preferred.

How to Apply

Please send your resume to View email address on dcjobsite.com . Only selected candidates will be contacted for an interview. 

Vacancy posted 8 days ago
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