December 2025 Internship Round-Up

Still looking for a spring internship? Check out these internship opportunities from Handshake! Remember, you MUST secure an internship placement by the first day of classes, January 21, 2026, to intern in spring. Some of these postings have external applications that the employers look through, so make sure to fill them out. 

1. The Center for Photography at Woodstock – Communications Intern, Digital Media Lab Intern, Development Intern, Collections and Library Intern

The CPW Communications team is seeking interns to support its social media, newsletter, Bloomberg Connects, SEO, and press outreach. Prior experience is not needed, but the candidate should be enthusiastic about the power of photography and be a strong writer.

  • Unpaid
  • Hybrid or onsite, based in Kingston, N.Y. 
  • Part-time 
  • Duration: Jan. 26, 2026 to June 1, 2026 
  • Applications through Handshake: Here
  • Apply by Dec. 22, 2025

 

2. The Vanaver Caravan – Marketing Communications Intern 

The Vanaver Caravan is a local nonprofit world dance & music company seeking a part-time Marketing and Communications Intern currently enrolled in a Marketing or Communications degree program and proficient with social media/digital platforms to publicize the company’s campaigns and promote awareness.

  • Unpaid 
  • Remote or onsite, based in New Paltz, N.Y.  
  • Part-time, 7 hours a week 
  • Duration: Jan. 21, 2026 to May 15, 2026
  • Apply through Handshake: Here
  • Apply by Jan. 16, 2026 

 

3. NYS Music – Spring News/Features Intern 

NYS Music, covering music of all genres from all corners of the Empire State, is looking for eager, driven students to join the NYS Music team, writing news and features for NYSMusic.com.

  • Unpaid
  • Remote, based in the United States  
  • Apply by January 6, 2025 
  • Part-time
  • Duration: Jan. 5, 2026 to May 5, 2026
  • Apply by Jan. 5, 2026 
  • To apply, interested candidates should send the following to pete@nysmusic.com for consideration
    • Resume/CV
    • A letter of interest, including current music interests and tastes, and career aspirations
    • Two recent writing samples (from any outlet/class, of varying length and topic”

 

4. Physicians for Human Rights – Social Media Intern

Physicians for Human Rights conducts investigations of attacks on civilians and health care, the use of torture and sexual violence in conflict, the treatment of asylum seekers, and other human rights crises around the world. This internship is an opportunity for someone who is passionate about social media, digital advocacy, and creative communication. The intern will participate in department meetings, staff meetings, and intern learning sessions, complemented by PHR-provided career mentoring.

  • $500/yr 
  • Hybrid or onsite, based in NYC
  • Part-time 
  • Duration: From Feb. 2, 2026 to May 15, 2026 
  • Apply by December 31, 2025
  • To apply, interested students should send the following to resumes@phr.org with the subject line “Digital Communications – Social Media Intern, Spring 2026” 
    • A cover letter, note the number of weekly hours you can commit
    • Resume
    • A portfolio or sample of social media posts that you have created

 

5. The Garnette Report – Spring/Summer Internship  

The Garnette Report is a lifestyle publication looking to provide internship opportunities to those who are looking for a start in the entertainment industry. They’re looking for a journalist, a social media manager, and an interview host.

  • Unpaid
  • Remote, based in the United States
  • Part-time
  • Must be a Journalism, Media Studies, or Communication major 
  • Duration: Jan 12, 2026, to August 14, 2026 
  • Apply by April 21, 2026 
  • To apply, interested students should reach out to info@thegarnettereport.com with inquiries. 

 

Happy internship hunting!

NYC Pride PR & Communications Spring/Summer 2026 Internship

NYC Pride is the nonprofit organization responsible for producing official LGBTQIA+ Pride events in New York City, including the iconic NYC Pride March. This organization is hiring a PR & Communications intern to support the NYC Pride Communications team in developing media materials, conducting media outreach, monitoring and tracking media coverage, engaging in our media partners, and supporting other communication activities. The intern will gain hands-on experience in media relations and strategic communications.

Location: New York City (remote/hybrid) from February – July 2026. 10-20 hours per week with in-person availability required during Pride Weekend, (June 26-28, 2026).

Deadline: Apply HERE by Friday, January 9, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. ET.

Qualifications:

  • Proficiency in Canva and Google Workspace (Gmail, Docs, Sheets, Slides).
  • Knowledge of media outreach/monitoring platforms preferred (Meltwater).
  • Junior or Senior in an accredited college or university, or recent graduate.
  • Strong writing, organizational, and communication skills.
  • Interest in LGBTQIA+ advocacy, media relations, and strategic communications.
  • Preference will be given to candidates in the NYC metropolitan area, but remote applicants will be considered.
  • Photography/videography experience is a plus but not required.

KCSCA Strategic Communications Spring 2026 Internship Opportunity!

KCSA Strategic Communications is a fully integrated communications consultancy based in NYC with a creative and strategic approach to communication that leverages multiple services such as public relations, social media, and investor relations to compliment businesses. KCSA develops and implements results-driven, integrated strategies for brands in a variety of industries.

This company is looking for a dynamic and responsible Public Relations Intern for their fall, spring, and summer programs. This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in Agency PR work.

This is a remote internship for $15/hour from January 12, 2026 – May 15, 2026.

Job responsibilities include:

  • Build media relations skills by establishing media contacts and developing pitches for target media.
  • Create key press materials including press releases, briefing documents and coverage reports.
  • Research client and competitor products and services.
  • Assist in the coordination of events such as press conferences, media briefings, media tours, and trade shows.
  • Interface with potential client contacts, vendors, and internal teams.

Qualifications: Candidates must have excellent multitasking skills, pay close attention to detail while completing tasks in a timely manner, be proficient in excel, and above all, have a strong desire for a career in the Public Relations industry. Prior PR agency experience in a similar internship is a plus but not essential.

Apply now by January 1, 2026, on Handshake!

Internship with Romance Writers of America® Is Still Open — Apply Today!

Are you passionate about storytelling, digital communication, and advocating for creative professionals? The Romance Writers of America® (RWA)’s Strategic Communication is still open! This internship offers hands-on experience in nonprofit communication, public relations, and advocacy campaigns. This position is ideal for students interested in gaining real-world experience in strategic messaging, content creation, and community engagement within the publishing and literary industry.

Through this internship program, students will gain practical experience developing and implementing communication strategies that advance RWA’s mission to support romance writers and increase public awareness of the romance genre. Interns will work remotely for the duration of the internship with weekly virtual meetings and ongoing mentorship.

Interns Will:
● Develop strategic communication materials for member advocacy campaigns.
● Create content for RWA’s website, newsletters, and digital platforms.
● Research and write press releases about industry trends and RWA initiatives.
● Assist with social media content creation and community engagement.
● Support public awareness campaigns to promote the romance genre.
● Conduct research on publishing industry trends and literacy initiatives.
● Draft talking points and messaging frameworks for organizational leadership.
● Assist with event promotion and member communication strategies.
● Collaborate with team members to enhance RWA’s brand presence.
● Analyze communication metrics and prepare performance reports.

Qualifications and Requirements:

● Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
● Knowledge and experience with social media platforms and digital communication tools.
● Strong research and analytical skills.
● Self-directed independent worker with a strong work ethic who enjoys collaborative teamwork.
● Currently pursuing or holding a degree in Communication, Public Relations, Marketing, Journalism, English, or a related field.
● Overall GPA of 3.0 or higher.
● Interest in the publishing industry, nonprofit advocacy, or literary organizations.
● Familiarity with best practices in social media.
● Understanding of or interest in romance literature and publishing industry trends.
● Experience with graphic design tools (Canva preferred) for content creation.

Time Commitment and Location:
This internship program requires a minimum 15-hour per week commitment (120 hours total for 3-credit internship) with flexible scheduling based on academic calendar requirements. The internship is conducted remotely, and meetings will be scheduled on a weekly basis.
Additional one-on-one mentoring sessions will be scheduled as needed with the Executive Director of RWA.

Learning Outcomes:
Upon completion of this internship, students will have developed competencies in:
● Developing Strategic Communication Plans: Create messaging frameworks that align with organizational mission and goals.
● Producing Digital Content: Create engaging content across multiple platforms and audiences using various digital tools.
● Executing Public Relations Activities: Write press releases, manages media relations, and communicates with stakeholders effectively.
● Implementing Advocacy Communication: Craft persuasive messaging for policy and industry advocacy campaigns.
● Applying Nonprofit Communication Strategies: Demonstrate understanding of unique communication challenges and opportunities in the nonprofit sector.
● Analyzing Industry Trends: Evaluate publishing industry developments and literary community dynamics to inform strategic decisions

This internship does not offer monetary compensation. RWA provides college credit opportunities and will work with students and their academic institutions to complete all necessary paperwork for credit requirements.

This internship offers invaluable hands-on experience in strategic communication within a nationally recognized literary organization. Interns become integral members of the RWA communication team, contributing meaningfully to campaigns that directly impact thousands of professional writers. The experience provides excellent networking opportunities within the publishing industry and the nonprofit sector.

Additional Benefits:
● Professional mentorship from experienced communication professionals and authors
● Access to RWA’s professional development resources and industry connections
● Letter of recommendation upon successful completion
● Opportunity to attend virtual RWA events and workshops
● Portfolio development with real-world campaign materials and published content

Application Instructions:
To apply, please email the following materials to admin@rwa.org with the subject line “Strategic Communication Internship Application”:
● Current resume
● Cover letter explaining your interest in strategic communication and the romance writing industry

To learn more about RWA, visit their website at https://www.rwa.org/

SPRING 2026 Internship Opportunity: Civic and Activism Remote Internship with TurnUp

TurnUp, a 501(c)(3) non-partisan non-profit organization, is offering unpaid remote internship opportunities. This organization is dedicated to increasing youth civic education, empowerment, and activism. TurnUp was featured in Forbes as a standout non-profit organization.

This program’s format is tailored to accommodate the ever-fluctuating commitments and responsibilities of a student’s lifestyle, the program is fully remote, has start dates at the beginning of each month, encourages campus engagement, and has flexible time frame and schedule. All students have access to grow into a more capable and responsible citizens and to develop their professional skills for a successful future.

Students join remote teams that are energized by mission-driven, diverse students from around the country who work on amplifying youth civic engagement and learn about responsible activism on many social justice issues. Along with the program’s unique criticism, peer to peer learning, and expert speakers deepen their experience. Most colleges have counted student’s hours for college course credit, and the program has been invaluable for bolstering resumes, widening network reach, and for earning letters of recommendation.

Students can apply through this link. The deadline for application is rolling. For more information, a detailed description of the program can be found here.

Romance Writers of America® Strategic Communication Internship — Apply Today!!

Are you passionate about storytelling, digital communication, and advocating for creative professionals? Romance Writers of America® (RWA)’s Strategic Communication internship offers hands-on experience in nonprofit communication, public relations, and advocacy campaigns. This position is ideal for students interested in gaining real-world experience in strategic messaging, content creation, and community engagement within the publishing and literary industry.

Through this internship program, students will gain practical experience developing and implementing communication strategies that advance RWA’s mission to support romance writers and increase public awareness of the romance genre. Interns will work remotely for the duration of the internship with weekly virtual meetings and ongoing mentorship.

Interns Will:
● Develop strategic communication materials for member advocacy campaigns.
● Create content for RWA’s website, newsletters, and digital platforms.
● Research and write press releases about industry trends and RWA initiatives.
● Assist with social media content creation and community engagement.
● Support public awareness campaigns to promote the romance genre.
● Conduct research on publishing industry trends and literacy initiatives.
● Draft talking points and messaging frameworks for organizational leadership.
● Assist with event promotion and member communication strategies.
● Collaborate with team members to enhance RWA’s brand presence.
● Analyze communication metrics and prepare performance reports.

Qualifications and Requirements:

● Excellent written and verbal communication skills
● Knowledge and experience with social media platforms and digital communication tools
● Strong research and analytical skills
● Self-directed independent worker with a strong work ethic who enjoys collaborative teamwork
● Currently pursuing or holding a degree in Communication, Public Relations, Marketing, Journalism, English, or a related field
● Overall GPA of 3.0 or higher
● Interest in the publishing industry, nonprofit advocacy, or literary organizations
● Familiarity with best practices in social media
● Understanding of or interest in romance literature and publishing industry trends
● Experience with graphic design tools (Canva preferred) for content creation

Time Commitment and Location:
This internship program requires a minimum 15-hour per week commitment (120 hours total for 3-credit internship) with flexible scheduling based on academic calendar requirements. The internship is conducted remotely, and meetings will be scheduled on a weekly basis.
Additional one-on-one mentoring sessions will be scheduled as needed with the Executive Director of RWA.

Learning Outcomes:
Upon completion of this internship, students will have developed competencies in:
● Develops Strategic Communication Plans: Creates messaging frameworks that align with organizational mission and goals.
● Produces Digital Content: Creates engaging content across multiple platforms and audiences using various digital tools.
● Executes Public Relations Activities: Writes press releases, manages media relations, and communicates with stakeholders effectively.
● Implements Advocacy Communication: Crafts persuasive messaging for policy and industry advocacy campaigns.
● Applies Nonprofit Communication Strategies: Demonstrates understanding of unique communication challenges and opportunities in the nonprofit sector.
● Analyzes Industry Trends: Evaluates publishing industry developments and literary community dynamics to inform strategic decisions

This internship does not offer monetary compensation. RWA provides college credit opportunities and will work with students and their academic institutions to complete all necessary paperwork for credit requirements.

This internship offers invaluable hands-on experience in strategic communication within a nationally recognized literary organization. Interns become integral members of the RWA communication team, contributing meaningfully to campaigns that directly impact thousands of professional writers. The experience provides excellent networking opportunities within the publishing industry and the nonprofit sector.

Additional Benefits:
● Professional mentorship from experienced communication professionals and authors
● Access to RWA’s professional development resources and industry connections
● Letter of recommendation upon successful completion
● Opportunity to attend virtual RWA events and workshops
● Portfolio development with real-world campaign materials and published content

Application Instructions:
To apply, please email the following materials to admin@rwa.org with the subject line “Strategic Communication Internship Application”:
● Current resume
● Cover letter explaining your interest in strategic communication and the romance writing industry

The Nature Conservancy looking for Paid Global Storytelling Summer Intern

The Marketing & Communication Teams for The Nature Conservancy are looking for a Global Storytelling Intern for their Protect Oceans, Lands, and Waters initiative. This internship is for writers wanting to work in organizations tackling global conservation goals.

The Global Storytelling Intern will…

  • Conduct background research and interviews
  • Craft narratives of people, science and conservation
  • Bring to life the work of people advancing progress toward climate and biodiversity goals 

The minimum qualifications to apply include… 

  • HS diploma or equivalent
  • Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program (or recent graduate) with experience in journalism, narrative nonfiction, or science writing
  • 2-3 writing samples
  • Experience/interest in global conservation topics or initiatives
  • Ability to write and communicate effectively, with experience in story research, narrative nonfiction, journalism, science writing, and editing
  • Proficiency in applying organizational skills and attention to detail  
  • Skilled in translating complex strategies into engaging and meaningful narratives
  • Access to a reliable internet connection

This internship is full-time, remote, temporary, and location is flexible. The duration is 10-weeks, beginning June 2, 2025 and ending August 8, 2025. The salary is $17/hr. All applicants will be notified of final selection by April 30. To apply, visit this link.

From The Nature Conservancy: 

Since 1951, TNC has been doing work you can believe in. Through grassroots action, we have grown from a small non-profit into one of the most effective and wide-reaching environmental organizations in the world. Thanks to more than 1 million members, over 400 scientists, and the dedicated efforts of our diverse staff and partners, we impact conservation around the world! 

D. Pagan Communications Seeking Public Relations Assistant (Remote)

An entry-level position is now available at D. Pagan Communications, a public relations firm based on Long Island.

Public Relations Assistant [REMOTE] Job Description:

D. Pagan Communications is a full-service technology public relations agency specializing in the broadcast, pro audio, installation, music and recording, and video production industries. They tell the stories of how their clients’ products/solutions work behind the scenes through written collateral, strong media relations and a virtual trade show presence. They’re looking to add a versatile Public Relations Assistant to their team who is enthusiastic about the areas in which they specialize in and staying ahead of evolving technologies.

MUST HAVE (or be working toward):

Bachelor’s degree in public relations, journalism, communications or related field; strong writing and media relations skills, and an interest in technology (B2B) fields. Digital marketing, content development, social media marketing and previous agency setting experience is a plus. This job requires working remotely with a personal computer set-up and reliable internet, as well as familiarity with a range of platforms, including Zoom.

This professional will be primarily responsible for assisting senior team members with day-to-day account tasks, such as:

  • General administrative tasks
  • Creation and distribution of press materials and other related collateral
  • Media placement monitoring and logging
  • Transcription of end-user interviews
  • Blogging and social media support
  • Research new markets

If you are interested in this opportunity, send resume to: info@dpagan.com.