Communications & Marketing Intern (Spring 2026)

About Lilypad Strategies

Lilypad Strategies is a mission-driven communications consultancy that helps nonprofits and foundations tell clear, compelling stories that move people to act. We specialize in communications strategy, content, issue advocacy, and earned media for social impact organizations.

Who We Work With

• Nonprofits growing impact and supporter engagement
• Advocacy groups mobilizing communities and shaping policy conversations
• Foundations and grantmakers showcasing outcomes and learning

We focus on practical strategy, strong writing, and measurable results—always with an eye toward equity, clarity, and impact.

Internship Overview

Lilypad Strategies seeks a Spring 2026 Communications & Marketing Intern to support client and internal projects. You’ll collaborate closely with the founder and project leads, gaining hands-on experience across strategy, content, media relations, and analytics.

Key Responsibilities

• Support research and development of communications and marketing plans
• Maintain media lists; draft pitches, briefing memos, and talking points
• Draft and edit emails, blog posts, op-eds, and social content (short- and long-form)
• Track and report performance across website, email, social, and earned media
• Assist with content calendars, light design (e.g., Canva), and asset organization
• Jump in on other PR/marketing tasks as needed

Qualifications

• Coursework or experience in communications, journalism, public affairs, public health, nonprofit management, or related fields
• Prior internships or campus roles in communications/marketing, student media, advocacy, or nonprofit work
• Excellent writer and editor with a keen eye for structure, clarity, and tone
• Strong research skills; ability to synthesize information into actionable insights
• Experience with one or more: Canva, Mailchimp, Constant Contact, Google Analytics, Hubspot, Zapier, basic SEO, basic HTML formatting
• Media relations exposure (reporter research, pitch drafting, list building)
• Proficiency with Google Workspace
• Familiarity with major social platforms and basic content scheduling
• Organized, reliable, proactive; can manage details and deadlines in a fast-moving environment
• Commitment to equity and ethical communications; professionalism with sensitive topics (e.g., health, justice, public policy)

Even if you don’t meet every single requirement, we encourage you to apply. We value curiosity, strong writing, and a willingness to learn just as much as prior experience.

What You’ll Gain​

• Close mentorship and real-world client experience
• A polished writing portfolio across formats (email, op-ed, social, media materials)
• Practical skills in analytics, media relations, and campaign planning
• Exposure to strategy for mission-driven brands

Position Details

• Title: Communications & Marketing Intern
• Location: Remote, with weekly in-person working sessions in the Washington, DC area at a mutually agreed location.
• Start Date: Monday, January 5, 2026
• End Date: Friday, May 1, 2026
• Schedule: 20 hours per week (10:00 AM–2:00 PM ET, Monday–Friday)
• Compensation: $18.00 per hour

Equal Opportunity

Lilypad Strategies is an equal opportunity employer. We value diverse perspectives and lived experience, and we strongly encourage applications from candidates historically underrepresented in communications and public affairs. Individuals from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

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What You’ll Gain

• Close mentorship and real-world client experience
• A polished writing portfolio across formats (email, op-ed, social, media materials)
• Practical skills in analytics, media relations, and campaign planning
• Exposure to strategy for mission-driven brands

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