Social Media & Graphic Design Intern

Hosting Organization
Arizona Council on Economic Education
Type Of Organization
Education
Location:
Phoenix, AZ 85032
United States
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Position description
Last updated 7 hours 57 minutes ago
The Arizona Council on Economic Education (ACEE) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to preparing Arizona students to become financially and economically responsible in work and life.
For more than 50 years, ACEE has been helping Arizona students build the knowledge and skills they need to make informed financial and economic decisions. Through partnerships with schools, educators, businesses and community leaders, ACEE brings economics, personal finance, entrepreneurship and career readiness to life for K–12 students. Our hands-on programs, classroom resources and professional development opportunities help students understand how the economy works, explore future careers and develop practical skills they will use throughout their lives.
About The Internship
ACEE is looking for a creative Social Media & Graphic Design Intern to help us tell the story of our work and grow our visibility across Arizona.
This is a hands-on opportunity for a student interested in social media, graphic design, marketing, communications and nonprofit work. The intern will work with ACEE leadership and staff to turn program stories, student experiences, events and organizational impact into engaging digital content.
We want someone who can think creatively about how visuals and storytelling work together to capture attention and connect with different audiences.
Estimated 10-15 hours per week
What You’ll Do
Create engaging social media content for Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn
Design branded graphics, carousels, event promotions and other digital content
Help develop and maintain ACEE’s social media content calendar
Turn 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 remains consistent with ACEE’s brand and voice
Track social media performance and help identify opportunities to improve engagement and reach
Qualifications
What We’re Looking For
The ideal candidate is creative, dependable and excited to build a portfolio while contributing to a mission-driven organization.
Graphic design experience is important for this role, particularly experience creating digital or social media content. Experience with Canva is strongly preferred. Familiarity with Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn is also 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 and an eye for what makes content visually engaging are a plus.
Most importantly, we are looking for someone who brings ideas to the table and is excited to experiment with new ways of telling ACEE’s story.
What You’ll Gain
This internship is designed to provide meaningful, portfolio-building experience. You’ll have the opportunity to create work that is actually published, contribute ideas to real campaigns, learn nonprofit marketing and communications strategy, and see how storytelling can support fundraising, partnerships and community impact.
You’ll also get an inside look at a statewide nonprofit working with educators, students, businesses, community partners and philanthropic organizations across Arizona.
Compensation & Schedule
This is a paid, part-time internship with a flexible schedule designed to work around academic commitments. Some in-person participation may be needed for programs, events or content creation, with additional work completed remotely.
Compensation: $18–$20 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications.
How to apply
How To Apply
Please 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 that demonstrate your creativity and design skills. Email questions and resumes to sarah.grado@azecon.org.
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