Social Media Intern

Organization: The Trajectory Foundation
Position: Social Media & Operations Intern
Location: Remote 
Type: Internship (Part-Time Flexible Hours)

About Us

Thank you so much for visiting our posting! My name is Austyn O'Dwyer and I am the founder of The Trajectory Foundation, a 501(c)(3) tutoring company that helps students find free, professional tutoring. I am happy to answer any and all questions you have about our company and the position! 

Quick info: this is an internship, we need someone to help us with social media and student vetting/ recruitment, and grants, and, yes, there is an opportunity to join us if we are able to secure enough funding - we want you on our team! 

Here's the standard stuff!

The Trajectory Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to expanding access to high-quality tutoring and academic mentorship for students who cannot afford traditional academic support. Founded by professional educators, we work to close educational gaps through personalized tutoring, test preparation, and mentorship.

Position Overview

The Social Media & Operations Intern will support the day-to-day operations (no set daily hours) of the organization, with a focus on digital outreach, student recruitment, and program coordination. This role is ideal for a motivated student interested in education, nonprofit work, marketing, or organizational leadership.

Key Responsibilities

• Social Media & Outreach
• Create and schedule content for platforms such as Instagram, TikTok, and other - channels
• Assist in developing engaging educational and promotional content
• Monitor engagement and help grow the organization’s online presence
• Student Recruitment & Vetting
• Assist in outreach efforts to recruit students and families
• Help screen and organize student applications
• Support communication with prospective students and families
• Operations & Program Support
• Assist with administrative and organizational tasks
• Help coordinate tutoring sessions and program logistics
• Support ongoing nonprofit initiatives and projects

Qualifications

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Interest in education, nonprofits, or social impact work
• Organized, reliable, and detail-oriented
• Comfortable using social media platforms
• Self-starter who can work independently in a remote environment
• Preferred (but not required):
• Experience with social media content creation
• Interest in tutoring, teaching, or academic support
• Familiarity with tools like Google Workspace, Canva, or similar

What You’ll Gain

• Hands-on experience in nonprofit operations
• Experience in social media management and digital marketing
• Exposure to education-focused program development
• Opportunity to make a direct impact on students’ academic success
• Letter of recommendation upon successful completion
• Possible addition to board of directors 

Compensation

Unpaid / Volunteer 

Academic credit may be available depending on your institution

How to Apply

Apply through Handshake with your resume and a brief statement of interest outlining why you are interested in working with The Trajectory Foundation.