Intern, Social Media & Digital Strategy

Location: Washington, District of Columbia, United States Department: Digital & Social Strategy

About FGS Global

FGS Global (FGS) partners with the world's most influential leaders to move minds and markets. Working where business, government, and public opinion intersect, we advise CEOs, boards, and leadership teams at the most consequential moments. Our expertise spans strategic and financial communications, policy and public affairs, corporate reputation, crisis management, and data-driven digital engagement. Across 31 global offices, our partners draw on the full depth of the firm so clients can operate with clarity, act with confidence, and lead with trust.

About the Program

Students interested in digital communications, social media, and technology are encouraged to apply for FGS Global's Winter/Spring 2027 internship program. This paid, part-time opportunity offers hands-on experience supporting client work, exposure to a variety of communications disciplines, and the chance to learn from experienced communications professionals.

The internship will begin in January 2027 and end that following May with an expectation of three full days of contribution (roughly 25 hours per week). This position is based in our Washington, D.C. office, and interns are expected to work in-office.

Responsibilities

Monitor news, conduct research, create media lists, and aid multiple account teams to help clients with digital channel management, profile raising, crisis, issues management, mergers and acquisitions, litigation support, etc.

Conduct and analyze industry- and company-specific social media research

Assist in building, managing, and reporting on performance for digital ad and/or email newsletter campaigns

Work under the direction of an assigned mentor to devise recommendations and solutions for clients’ digital channels

Recognize and identify noteworthy patterns or changes in social media activity.

Assist in planning, brainstorming, and executing social media tactics and strategies

Create content for clients across owned social media channels, including Facebook, Twitter/X, LinkedIn, Instagram, Bluesky, and more.

Perform social channel research audits and develop social media content calendars.

Produce data-driven analytics reports related to social and digital channel performance.

Write email newsletter copy, blog posts, and web content as necessary.

Work with team members on related digital projects and tasks.

Qualifications

Current undergraduate student

Eagerness to learn about digital strategy and our client-facing industry

Strong writer and editor

Proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel as well as our core social media platforms

Interest in and enthusiasm for social media, digital communications, and/or public relations

Ability to take initiative, ask questions, and manage multiple assignments and deadlines at once

Excellent interpersonal skills

Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. and not require work authorization sponsorship now or in the future.

Due to the volume of responses, only qualified candidates will be contacted.

FGS Global provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to United States federal law requirements, FGS Global complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.

District of Columbia Salary Range

$21—$21 USD