Intern, Digital Marketing

At USA for UNHCR, our people are the driving force behind our mission of delivering hope and opportunity to refugees worldwide. We're not just a workplace - we're a vibrant community of passionate, forward-thinking professionals committed to making a real difference. If you thrive in a dynamic, transparent, and data-driven environment, and want your career to directly impact lives across the globe, we invite you to join us!

SUMMARY   

USA for UNHCR, a certified Great Place to Work non-profit organization headquartered in Washington, DC, is excited to announce its Early Talent Program Summer 2026. USA for UNHCR’s vision is “a world where every person forced to flee can build a better future” and its mission is to protect and support refugees by mobilizing resources, elevating awareness, and driving action through a network of engaged supporters.    

The Digital Marketing team seeks a highly motivated individual to serve as a Digital Marketing Intern. This internship is a 10-week assignment that will provide excellent opportunities for contributing to USA for UNHCR’s mission and vision. The internship is open to undergraduate students who are in the process of completing Social Sciences or equivalent coursework, studying Marketing, International Relations, Business, Graphic/Web Design, or related fields and wish to gain exposure to digital marketing and fundraising. The internship is an in-person 10-week assignment. The Intern will work with the Digital Marketing Team and contribute to various programmatic and campaign-based initiatives. Candidates must embody USA for UNHCR values: Passionate, Data Driven, Transparent, Forward Thinking, Cutting Edge, and Dynamic.  

This paid internship runs from June 1, 2026, to August 7, 2026. The position is hybrid, requiring in-office work on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, and remote work on Monday and Friday. The intern must be available for the entire 10-week duration. The internship is based at our office in DC. Room and board are not included.     

DIVERSITY STATEMENT  

USA for UNHCR takes pride in cultivating a diverse and inclusive workplace, producing diversity and difference of our staff at all levels. The more diversity we have in our team, the more unique perspectives, and bright ideas we share. At USA for UNHCR, we are driven by the value of excellence, while also acknowledging the multi-dimensional ways in which excellence can be achieved. In our work, excellence means that every employee, stakeholder, and partner deserves the best care, regardless of their race, color, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, physical ability, sex, sexual orientation, and veteran status. We embrace employees and candidates from these underrepresented groups to help make this vision, A World Without Refugees, a reality.  

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES   

• Support the development and execution of digital strategies and assets to increase fundraising, engagement, and brand awareness among online audiences across digital platforms, like email copy, website images, video ads, etc.
• Assist with image selection and creation of compelling fundraising copy.
• Provide production support for digital campaigns, including emails, SMS messages, landing pages, source codes, website updates, and other assets.
• Help produce timely and accurate digital performance tracking and reporting for internal stakeholders.
• Collaborate with team members to brainstorm and implement A/B testing ideas, content variations, and innovative digital strategies to improve fundraising performance and subscriber engagement.
• Assist with the execution and data monitoring of in-house advertising campaigns across departments.  

QUALIFICATIONS  

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE   

• 0-2 years of relevant experience; undergraduate students currently pursuing coursework in Marketing, International Relations, Business, Social Sciences, Graphic/Web Design, or related fields.
• Interest in or foundational knowledge of email marketing or digital advertising; familiarity with Salesforce Marketing Cloud or a similar marketing automation platform is a plus.
• Preferred familiarity with HTML or willingness to learn basic coding.
• Basic familiarity with graphic design tools (e.g. Adobe Creative Suite).
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks at once.
• Demonstrated ability to quickly learn new software and database programs.
• Strong organizational and written communication skills.
• High energy, strong work ethic, and a collaborative mindset.
• Demonstrated passion for USA for UNHCR’s mission and commitment to neutrality and respect when navigating diverse perspectives or sensitive topics. 

WORK LOCATION   

Headquarters Office – Washington, DC  

COMPENSATION  

$20 per hour  

DISABILITY SPECIFICATIONS  

USA for UNHCR will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.   

USA for UNHCR is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Refugees and all other protected classes are encouraged to apply. 

Why Join USA for UNHCR?

Joining USA for UNHCR means becoming part of a people-first organization that lives its values every day. We're passionate about creating meaningful change, dynamic in our collaborative approach, and transparent in how we work together to support refugees. By embracing cutting-edge solutions and a data-driven mindset, we stay forward-thinking, ensuring your unique talents fuel innovation and impact. Here, you'll grow alongside a supportive team, develop your skills in a nurturing environment, and see the transformative power of your work - on the lives of refugees and on your own journey. 

Ready to make a difference while being a part of a team that truly cares about you? We'd love to hear from you! Apply today, and let's create a brighter future together.