Responsibilities

• Research & Strategy: Trend Sourcing: Scrolling TikTok and Reels to identify emerging audios, memes, and "core" aesthetics before they peak.
• Competitor Audits: Keeping an eye on what other brands are doing (and doing it better).
• Generational Knowledge: Being our resident expert on Gen Z/Gen Alpha slang, humor, and platform etiquette.
• Content Creation: Short-Form Video: Filming and editing "unfiltered" Lo-Fi content, "Day in the Life" clips, and behind-the-scenes (BTS) footage.
• Graphic Design: Creating high-engagement, aesthetic carousels in Canva .
• Caption Writing: Drafting "human-sounding" copy that actually passes the vibe check (no corporate-speak allowed).
• Ops & Scheduling: Social Content Calendar: Mapping out the month’s posts so we always have a consistent flow.
• Scheduling: Mastering Sprout Social to hit those peak engagement times.
• Engagement: Community Management: Being the voice of the brand! You’ll respond to comments and DMs with our specific "voice" via Sprout Social .

Requirements

• You’re currently enrolled in a U.S.-based college or graduate program or are a recent graduate
• You’re looking for an hourly internship where you’ll gain hands-on experience (and yes—this is a paid opportunity)
• Hoping for academic credit? We’ll take a look: HR will review your coursework to see if it aligns
• Credit isn’t guaranteed—it depends on your school + program fit
• You’re based in the U.S. and are legally authorized to work here at the time of hire and throughout the internship
• We’re not able to sponsor employment visas for this role (now or in the future)

Preferred

• Platform Pro: knowledge of Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube
• Eye for Design: comfortable whipping things up in Canva

Benefits

• General Benefits: At JED, you’ll join a team of compassionate professionals committed to protecting youth mental health.
• Employees who are eligible for benefits may participate in JED’s equity program and have access to a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, retirement, mental health support, and more.
• For our benefits-eligible employees (such as full-time staff), we also offer a generous paid time off policy, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and a 401(k) plan with employer matching.
• Temporary staff and interns may be eligible for limited benefits.
• These benefits apply to all benefits-eligible permanent staff. Eligibility may vary based on role, employment status, and location. Temporary employees and interns are eligible for limited benefits, which will be communicated during the hiring or onboarding process.
• 🌟 Benefits That Support You — Professionally and Personally At JED, we’re committed to creating an environment where our team can thrive. From generous time off to comprehensive health and financial benefits, we’ve got you covered.
• 🏖️ Paid Time Off
• - Vacation – ~15 days per year to rest, recharge, and reset (increases to 20 days after 4 years)
• - Holidays – 10 paid holidays throughout the year
• - Floating Holiday – 1 personal day to use however you'd like
• - Birthday Day Off – Take your birthday off to celebrate YOU! 🎉
• - Winter Break (No FOMO Week) – 5-day, all-team holiday closure at the end of each calendar year
• - Personal Leave (Life Leave) – 3 days annually to take care of life—errands, appointments, or personal time
• - Sick Leave – 6 days annually for your health or to care for a sick loved one
• ⏱️ Other Time Off
• - Bereavement Leave – 5 days of paid leave for the loss of an immediate family member
• - Jury Duty – Paid time off to fulfill your civic responsibility
• 💸 Health & Financial Wellbeing
• - Transit Benefits – Use pre-tax dollars for eligible commuting costs
• - Flexible Spending Account (FSA) – Pay for qualifying out-of-pocket healthcare or dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars