AOPA Digital Communications Intern

Alexandria, VA (Hybrid)

Salary Not AvailableIntern/New GradPart time

Posted 2 months ago

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Job Summary

Assist with the end-to-end execution of digital communications, blending content creation, event promotion, video production, and performance reporting to drive visibility and engagement for healthcare advocacy programs.

  • Content & Campaign Execution: Produce and edit emails, social posts, website copy, newsletters, and promotional assets across channels.
  • Promotion & SOPs: Coordinate program/event promotion, maintain CMS updates, and develop communications SOPs to standardize processes.
  • Measurement & Optimization: Track engagement metrics and translate data into actionable improvements for fast-paced, cross-functional campaigns.

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Assist in drafting and editing digital content, including emails, social media posts, website copy, and newsletters
  • Support promotion of AOPA programs, events, and initiatives (e.g., National Assembly and webinars)
  • Help manage and schedule social media content across platforms
  • Film and edit marketing videos. Film and edit videos from various events attended by AOPA leadership and staff.
  • Track and report on digital performance metrics (email engagement, social media analytics, etc.)
  • Assist with website updates and content management
  • Support development of marketing materials, including toolkits, graphics, and promotional assets
  • Conduct research to support communications and marketing strategies
  • Develop communications and marketing standard operating procedures (SOPs)
  • Provide general administrative and project support to the Communications and Membership department

Requirements

  • Rising senior or recent graduate pursuing a degree in communications, marketing, public relations, journalism, or a related field
  • Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills
  • Familiarity with social media platforms (LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, X)
  • Filming and video editing experience
  • Basic understanding of digital marketing and content strategy
  • Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time management skills
  • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
  • Interest in healthcare, policy, or nonprofit work is a plus

Preferred

  • Based in the Washington, DC / Maryland / Virginia (DMV) area
  • Experience with email marketing platforms
  • Familiarity with Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, or similar design tools
  • Experience with social media platforms
  • Experience with website content management systems (CMS)

Benefits

  • Hands-on experience in digital communications and marketing strategy
  • Exposure to national-level healthcare advocacy and association management
  • Opportunities to contribute to high-visibility campaigns and events
  • Mentorship from an experienced communications professional
  • A portfolio of real-world work samples
  • Potential to become a permanent position
  • A hybrid in-office/remote work policy
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Founded in 1920
Washington, District of Columbia, USA
169 employees (21 in marketing)

Traffic Signals

Monthly Visitors
183.9K
Traffic Source Mix
Search
37.6%
Direct
52.7%
Referral
7.8%
Social
1.3%
Paid
0.3%

Headcount Trend

Current headcount: ~169

Marketing Team

Marketing Team Size
21 (12% of company)
Median Career Experience
9 years
Median Tenure
2.9 years