Media & Digital Communications Intern

Job Description 

Job Title: Media & Digital Communications Intern 

Job Type: Intern, Full-time Hourly, non-exempt 

Duration:
Approximately 10 weeks  

Reports to:  Digital Communications Associate 

Job Location: Hybrid: in-person 2 days per week in our NYC office 

Compensation: $20 per hour 

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Organizational Overview: 

Pregnancy Justice advances and defends the rights of pregnant people, no matter if they give birth, experience a pregnancy loss, or have an abortion. We advance our mission in four ways: by providing criminal defense, by advocating for legal and policy change, by publishing cutting-edge research, and by equipping partners in the field with analysis, training, and narrative framing. Our efforts to defend against pregnancy criminalization and other punitive treatment are guided by the principles of reproductive justice, which are defined by SisterSong Women of Color Reproductive Justice Collective as “the human right to maintain personal bodily autonomy, have children, not have children, and parent the children we have in safe and sustainable communities.” 

Pregnancy Justice’s vision and mission are shaped by a historical and societal context central to our fight today. Groups that have historically held power uphold patriarchy, racism, classism, and ableism to maintain their position and target the people most marginalized by these systems. A significant manifestation of this is wielding control over pregnancy to surveil and punish women and people who can become pregnant. We believe that the criminal legal system and the family policing system, commonly known as the “child welfare system,” should never be involved in pregnancy and pregnancy-related outcomes and that all people are entitled to dignity, equality, and respect. 

Since its founding more than 20 years ago, Pregnancy Justice has worked deeply with state and national partners, across movements (e.g., reproductive rights and justice, public health, drug policy reform, criminal defense, racial justice, and prosecutorial accountability) and across disciplines (e.g., academic, legal, medical, organizing, narrative change) to achieve its mission. For more information about Pregnancy Justice, please visit: https://www.pregnancyjusticeus.org/ 

Job Summary: 

The Media & Digital Communications Intern will be involved in the day-to-day activities of the Pregnancy Justice Media & Communications team. Work will include creating engaging social media content and monitoring their effectiveness; supporting media relations; creating engaging email marketing content; updating the website; conducting research related to our advocacy; and assisting with other communications duties as needed.   

The intern will learn how to effectively communicate complex issues clearly. The intern will also learn how to communicate with the public using social and traditional media and how to support the overall communications/public relations needs of a nonprofit organization. For social media-savvy digital marketing or communications students and others with advocacy talent and creativity, this is a great opportunity to get hands-on experience taking on complicated communications challenges that will make a difference.   

The Media & Digital Communications Intern reports to the Senior Digital Communications Associate, with additional oversight from the Media & Communications Director. 

Essential Job Functions: 

• Research reproductive rights and justice subject matter and our legal cases to create Instagram, Bluesky, TikTok, Facebook, YouTube, and LinkedIn content.  

• Create engaging graphics, social videos, and multimedia content that enhances overall external messaging.   

• Identify trends in digital content and social media and engage in social listening. 

• Maintain a unified organizational voice across different social media channels.  

• Assist with collecting and analyzing email marketing, social media, and media coverage performance to inform strategy and content development.  

• Media relations, including assisting with creating and distributing press releases, reporter communication, compiling interview prep materials, and supporting staff during interviews.  

• Assist with organizing and designing documents and digital resources, including fact sheets and briefs.  

• Support the communications team at live and online events. 

Qualifications: 

• Applicants must be able to come to Pregnancy Justice’s offices in NYC twice/week throughout the duration of the internship;   

• Proficient in Microsoft Office, G Suite, Canva graphics, major social media platforms, and social video production; 

• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail;  

• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills;  

• Excellent time management skills with the ability to meet deadlines; 

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively; 

• Ability to gather and succinctly synthesize information;   

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; 

• Proactive, efficient, and resourceful problem solver comfortable in a fast-moving, energetic environment;  

• Ability to maintain confidentiality and to exercise discretion and good judgment; 

• Demonstrated interest in criminal justice or reproductive justice. 

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements: 

The work is primarily performed in an office setting and/or remotely, with offsite meetings and events. Occasional travel may be . This is largely a sedentary position that requires the employee to sit, stand, walk, and bend, and may occasionally require moving files and other equipment.  

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodation for pregnant people and individuals with disabilities, including in the application process. If you need reasonable accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please send an email with the subject line “Reasonable Accommodation Request” to HR@pregnancyjusticeus.org. 

Commitment to Inclusive Hiring Practices 

Research indicates that members of marginalized communities tend to underestimate their qualifications and only apply when they meet all of the criteria in a job posting. If you are excited about this opportunity but are unsure if your past experience aligns with the job description, we encourage you to apply. We would appreciate the opportunity to consider your application and how your talents and experience can bring value to this role. 

Pregnancy Justice is an equal opportunity employer, and we do not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, gender, pregnancy, national origin, citizenship, marital or domestic partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, military or veteran status, or any characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Pregnancy Justice recognizes and values the benefits of a diverse workforce.