Social Media Marketing Intern

DH Journalism Intern (Gen Z Content Scout & Rewriter) - The Vibe Check

The Core Mission:

Be our ear to the ground, scouting what Gen Z is actually reading and sharing.

Then, rewrite it in a way that makes them stop scrolling and say, OMG, relatable.

What You'll Be Doing:

The Scout: Deep-dive into the DH app daily to spot trending articles that are about to blow up with the 18-35 crowd (think pop culture, mental health hacks, and desi trends).

The Curator: Analyze engagement data to flag 10-15 high-potential stories/week and pitch why they'll go viral on Instagram or Twitter.

The Rewrite Wizard: Turn 5-7 informative but dense articles/week into punchy, social-ready bangers (max 300 words). Make it snappy, emoji-ready, and culturally on-point.

The Brainstormer: Collaborate with the team on trending topics, short-form video hooks, and carousel concepts to amplify stories across platforms. Who You Are (The Must-Haves):

Gen Z Native: You don't just use social media, you get it. Instagram, Reels, Threadsyou know what makes an 18-35-year-old scroll-stop.

Journalism Student: Currently pursuing a degree in journalism or media (2nd/3rd year preferred). Content Chameleon: You can adopt a fresh, relatable, internet voice without sacrificing factual accuracy.

Tool Savvy: Comfortable with data tracking (Excel), content polishing (Grammarly), simple design tools (Canva), and leveraging LLMs to improve output.

Why To Join

Joining our team offers an unparalleled opportunity to significantly advance your career and creative portfolio.

You will also gain invaluable, real-world experience in the cutting-edge intersection of media and technology, learning how to leverage analytics and research to inform compelling narratives, and master the techniques of social-first journalism.

This experience will provide a tangible, competitive edge in the rapidly evolving media landscape. Location: Remote (Flexible for college schedules)

Duration: 2-3 Months (Internship)