Social Media & Graphic Design Intern

About the Internship

The Arizona Council on Economic Education (ACEE) is seeking a creative Social Media & Graphic Design Intern to help share their mission and expand their reach. This is a hands-on opportunity for a student interested in social media, graphic design, marketing, communications, and nonprofit work. The intern will collaborate with ACEE leadership and staff to transform program stories, student experiences, events, and organizational impact into engaging digital content. The ideal candidate can creatively combine visuals and storytelling to capture attention and connect with diverse audiences.

Estimated 10-15 hours per week

Compensation: $18–$20 per hour

What You’ll Do

• Create engaging social media content for Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn.
• Design branded graphics, carousels, event promotions, and other digital content.
• Assist in developing and maintaining ACEE’s social media content calendar.
• Transform photos, program updates, student quotes, and impact stories into compelling content.
• Assist with short-form video and reels.
• Support social media coverage of ACEE programs and events.
• Help organize and maintain ACEE’s library of photos, videos, and digital assets.
• Brainstorm creative campaigns to increase awareness, engagement, and support for ACEE.
• Ensure content aligns with ACEE’s brand and voice.
• Track social media performance and identify opportunities for improvement.

Qualifications

• Graphic design experience is important, particularly in creating digital or social media content.
• Canva experience is strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn is important.
• Students studying marketing, graphic design, communications, journalism, public relations, nonprofit leadership, or a related field are encouraged to apply.
• Strong writing skills.
• Attention to detail.
• An eye for visually engaging content.
• A willingness to bring ideas and experiment with new storytelling methods.

What You’ll Gain

• Meaningful, portfolio-building experience.
• Opportunity to create published work.
• Contribution to real campaigns.
• Learning in nonprofit marketing and communications strategy.
• Understanding how storytelling supports fundraising, partnerships, and community impact.
• Insight into a statewide nonprofit's operations and collaborations.

Compensation & Schedule

• Paid, part-time internship.
• Flexible schedule around academic commitments.
• Some in-person participation may be required for programs, events, or content creation; additional work can be done remotely.

How to Apply

Submit a resume along with examples of your graphic design, social media, or other creative work. This can include a portfolio, Canva designs, social media accounts, class projects, or other examples demonstrating creativity and design skills.

Email questions and resumes to sarah.grado@azecon.org.