Digital Content Intern (Hybrid or Remote)

Pay: $20/hour; course credit, where applicable

Hours: 20 hours per week. Flexible schedule available.

Term Length: Two 16-week terms (must commit to both)

• Fall Term: August 25 – December 13, 2025
• Spring Term: January 12 – May 2, 2026

Location: This position is hybrid, fully remote or in-person in our Arlington, VA offices, depending on your location and preference.

About Us:

The Council for Exceptional Children (CEC) is the leading professional association for educators dedicated to advancing the success of children and youth with disabilities and/or gifts and talents. For over 100 years, CEC has been a trusted presence in the field of special education—offering resources, professional development, advocacy, and community.

Why Join Us:

As a Digital Content Intern at CEC, you will gain real-world experience working in digital media in a mission-driven environment. You will contribute to meaningful projects that support educators across the country as they prepare for our annual convention—our largest and most high-impact event of the year. You will be joining a collaborative, purpose-driven team that values creativity, accessibility, and making a difference in the lives of students and educators.

What You Will Learn:

• How to manage and publish content using a professional content management system
• Best practices for digital accessibility and user experience in web design
• How to create and adapt visuals for digital platforms, including webpages, emails, and social media
• The fundamentals of brand consistency, digital marketing, and content strategy
• Real-world skills in project management, cross-functional teamwork, and meeting deadlines in a professional environment

What You Will Do:

• Support the digital team with web content updates and maintenance
• Assist with design and layout of digital materials, including graphics and webpages
• Help organize and create content for our annual convention and related promotions
• Respond to and address internal design and web content requests
• Provide real-time design support in the lead-up to and during the convention

What We Are Looking For:

• Enrolled in communications, digital media, web design, or a related program at a university
• Experience with web content management systems (e.g., WordPress, Drupal, or similar)
• Familiarity with design tools (e.g., Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, or similar)
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and a collaborative spirit
• Comfort working independently in a hybrid or fully remote environment

The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position.

To apply for this position, please fill out this form: https://wkf.ms/3Zhj8xU