Description
Trinity Missions is a Catholic nonprofit organization that supports the Missionary Servants of the Most Holy Trinity in their work serving poor and marginalized communities in the U.S. and Latin America. Through pastoral ministry, education, healthcare, and social services, we respond to both the spiritual and material needs of individuals and families, guided by Catholic social teaching.
• Wage Per Hour: $16.00
• Schedule: Part-Time
• Hours per week: 24
• Days Per week: 3
• Location & Type: Silver Spring, MD (onsite/in-person)
Responsibilities and Duties
Do you enjoy storytelling, social media, and creating content that actually means something?
Trinity Missions is seeking a Social Media & Digital Content Intern to join our Development & Communications team. This internship is ideal for a creative, motivated student who wants hands-on experience creating content for Instagram and Facebook, with a particular focus on short-form video (Reels) and visual storytelling.
The intern will report to the Director of Marketing & Communications and will contribute directly to real campaigns, appeals, and mission storytelling. This role offers mentorship, portfolio-building opportunities, and exposure to nonprofit communications and fundraising.
What You’ll Do
Social Media & Digital Storytelling (Primary Focus)
• Assist in creating short-form video content (Reels) for Instagram and Facebook
• Help brainstorm content ideas that increase engagement and reach
• Assist with filming, basic editing, caption writing, and posting
• Adapt longer stories, campaigns, or events into social-friendly formats
• Schedule and monitor posts across platforms
• Support content creation during special events, liturgical seasons, and campaigns
(Professional-level video experience is not required — curiosity, creativity, and willingness to learn are.)
Communications & Marketing:
• Draft and edit captions, short blog posts, and digital updates
• Create simple graphics using Canva or similar tools
• Assist with content planning tied to fundraising appeals and special initiatives
• Proofread and quality-check donor-facing materials
Fundraising & Donor Engagement (Secondary):
• Support donor stewardship content such as thank-you emails and impact updates
• Assist with light research on nonprofit digital trends or peer organizations
Administrative & Team Support:
• Provide limited administrative and data support to the Development team as needed
Qualifications and Skills
*REQUIREMENTS FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS*
• Does this position require U.S. work authorization? – Yes
• Would you sponsor a work visa for the right candidate? – No
• Are you willing to hire candidates that are temporarily authorized to work for a defined period in their field of study? (e.g. for a job / internship under OPT/CPT) – No
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Required: Currently enrolled in a college or university program (Communications, Marketing, English, Media Studies, Nonprofit Management, or related field preferred) • Strong written communication skills • Organized, detail-oriented, and self-motivated • Comfortable working both independently and collaboratively • Familiarity with Instagram and Facebook • Interest in nonprofit work and social impact • Openness to learning about Catholic values and mission-driven organizations
Preferred: Experience creating social media content (personal, academic, or organizational) • Interest in short-form video and visual storytelling • Basic familiarity with video or design tools (Instagram editor, CapCut, Canva, Adobe Express, etc.) • Comfort filming content or being behind the camera (on-camera appearance is a plus, not required) • Spanish language skills are a plus, but not required
College Level: Junior, Senior
Benefits
• 1/2 hour lunch
• Flexible schedule
• Networking and professional development opportunities as part of TNPA’s Leading EDGE internship program
NOTE: Applicants will be contacted by TNPA and/or the employer. Please, no follow-up phone calls or direct contact with the employer on application status.
About Leading EDGE
This internship is posted by The Nonprofit Alliance’s Leading EDGE Internship Program. This program aims to elevate the visibility of college-age job candidates, including those in underrepresented and first-generation student populations, within the employer job market; and enable first job placements that can lead to a career path in the social good sector, including roles in marketing & fundraising, finance, policy, data management & analysis, and other fields.
We invite all students to learn more and help us create a thriving nonprofit sector that has the support, resources, and influence to make the world a better place. Visit TNPA.org/Leading_EDGE/ for more information.
The nonprofit sector’s ability to change the world is not possible without diversity and inclusion. The Nonprofit Alliance promotes equal opportunity by following EEOC regulations and EEO laws that apply to each part of our organization and taking actions to promote fairness and diversity as part of our equal employment opportunity policy. The Nonprofit Alliance does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of gender, race, color, religion, disability, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. This non-discrimination policy applies to recruitment, hiring, compensation, promotions, transfers, discipline, training, and distribution of benefits. Reasonable accommodations will be provided to applicants and employees who need them for medical or religious reasons, as required by law.
