Location: Remote (U.S.-based preferred)

Position Type: Part-time, Unpaid Internship (Flexible hours. 20-25 hours per week is preferred.)

Term: Summer 2026 (flexible start/end dates)

Reports to: Project Manager

About Grounded Idealist

Grounded Idealist is a startup nonprofit on a mission to build conscious leadership, healthy organizations, and resilient workforces as critical seeds to accelerating community development and social impact. Our flagship initiative, the Coaching Collaborative, democratizes access to professional coaching for individuals who need it most, specifically displaced workers affected by workforce reductions and transitions.

Since launching in 2025, we've connected thousands of workers—including scientists, humanitarians, veterans, public servants, and social impact leaders—with accredited coaches and professional development resources to help them navigate uncertainty and find new opportunities. We’re seeking to scale existing efforts and launch new programs this summer, including group coaching, a membership program, and incubator programs.

Position Overview

Grounded Idealist seeks a Communications & Storytelling Support Intern to support our growing operations and communications functions. This role is ideal for a mission-driven student or early-career professional eager to gain hands-on experience in nonprofit marketing, digital communications, multimedia content creation, and audience growth within a fast-paced, social impact-focused environment.

The intern will work closely with the Grounded Idealist team to expand our digital presence, strengthen our brand voice, and support engagement across platforms, while also contributing to communications strategy and content development. This role will also support the creation and editing of audio and video content, including short-form videos, event recordings, and storytelling assets used across social media and marketing channels.

Key Responsibilities

• Communications & Storytelling Support:

  • Plan, draft, and schedule engaging content across social media platforms (LinkedIn, Instagram, etc.) to increase visibility, engagement, and audience growth.

  • Design and edit visual content (graphics, carousels, newsletters, and multimedia content including video and audio assets) using tools like Canva and basic audio/video editing tools (e.g., CapCut, Adobe Premiere Rush, Audacity, or similar) to maintain a consistent and compelling brand identity.

  • Support the development and distribution of newsletters, announcements, and program updates via email marketing platforms.

  • Monitor and manage the organization’s email inbox and help respond to inquiries.

  • Track and analyze social media and email performance metrics to inform content strategy and improve engagement.

  • Assist in drafting blog posts, storytelling content, and impact highlights to showcase community success.

  • Create, edit, and repurpose video and audio content (e.g., workshop clips, interviews, testimonials, podcasts, and short-form videos) for use across marketing channels.

• Brand & Content Development

  • Help refine and maintain Grounded Idealist’s brand voice and messaging across all channels.

  • Contribute ideas for campaigns, content series, and storytelling initiatives to grow awareness and engagement.

  • Support development of marketing materials such as one-pagers, presentations, and promotional assets.

  • Collaborate on multimedia storytelling, including scripting, audio editing, video production, and content theme development.

• Operations & Data Management:

  • Assist in maintaining internal systems and databases, including tracking participant engagement and communication metrics.

  • Support organization of marketing and communications assets (including video and audio content libraries).

  • Assist in documenting workflows and best practices related to communications and outreach.

• Program and Event Promotion:

  • Help coordinate logistics for virtual workshops, meetings, and webinars, including sending reminders and managing RSVPs.

  • Promote events through social media, email campaigns, and outreach efforts to increase attendance and engagement.

  • Support post-event follow-up, including survey distribution and data compilation.

  • Assist in editing event recordings (audio and video) into highlight reels, clips, or podcast-style content for promotion and recap.

• Partnerships & Growth Support

  • Support outreach efforts to potential partners, collaborators, and aligned organizations to expand visibility.

  • Assist in identifying opportunities to grow the organization’s audience and community reach.

• Special Projects:

  • Contribute to research, outreach, and program development projects as needed to support Grounded Idealist’s growing community.

  • Support ad hoc multimedia projects, including audio production and video creation, tied to campaigns, partnerships, or program launches.

Ideal Candidate Qualities

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Interest in strategic communications, branding, social media strategy, or digital storytelling.

• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.

• Adaptable and comfortable working in a dynamic, startup nonprofit environment.

• Experience with audio and video editing, including creating short-form videos, editing recordings, or producing multimedia content.

• Familiarity with basic audio/video editing tools (e.g., CapCut, Audacity, Adobe Premiere Rush, or similar) is a plus.

• Experience with or interest in workforce development, coaching, social impact, or nonprofit management.

• Proficiency with Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Forms) and comfort learning new digital tools.

• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.

Additional Skills That Would Be Beneficial

• Experience with community engagement or customer-facing communication.

• Experience with social media platforms (e.g., LinkedIn, Instagram, etc.).

• Graphic design skills for social media and newsletter content (Canva or similar tools strongly preferred).

• Data analysis or reporting skills (Google Sheets/Excel).

• Interest in storytelling, content creation, social media engagement, digital content creation, and digital engagement strategies.

• Comfort with virtual event coordination tools (Zoom, etc.).

What You’ll Gain

• Exposure to nonprofit startup operations and mission-driven leadership.

• Hands-on experience in marketing strategy, brand building, and digital communications.

• Opportunity to contribute to a growing organization’s public presence and audience development.

• Opportunity to contribute to a meaningful initiative supporting displaced professionals.

• Mentorship and networking opportunities within the social impact and coaching sectors.

• Opportunity to be matched with one of our credentialed coaches for 3 free coaching sessions focused on your personal and/or professional development.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should complete our short application form by April 30, 2026. We’d love to hear why this work resonates with you.