Copy of DowntownDC BID - Marketing and Communications Intern (16 to 29 hours/week)

Position Summary:

DowntownDC BID is looking for a Marketing and Communications Intern (16 to 29 hours/week). This role will be under the direction of the Director of Marketing and Communications. The intern will perform a full range of project planning, marketing and communications support, social media assistance, video production, and stakeholder engagement in Downtown DC.

This is a hybrid role, allowing for remote work based on the intern’s weekly schedule:

• 1 remote day when scheduled to work 3 days per week. • Up to 2 remote days when scheduled to work 4-5 days per week.

This is an unpaid opportunity.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in planning, writing and updating DowntownDC BID website, press materials and presentations. • Assist with all aspects of production of marketing communications projects. • Provide support for social media content development and production. • Assist with production of internal communications using a wide variety of electronic and print media; including videos, newsletters, brochures, webcasts, WordPress, PowerPoint, email campaigns, posters, flyers, etc. • Monitor general email inboxes and provide appropriate responses. • Provide administrative support for meetings and events related to marketing and communication. • Assist with capturing and analyzing digital metrics. • Help maintain and update constituent relationship management platform. • Assist with administrative duties.

Requirements

• Background in communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Design, Event Planning or other related disciplines. • Working towards a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in marketing and communications, business administration, or a closely related field. • Must be computer literate (working knowledge of word processing, PowerPoint, Excel). Proficiency in, WordPress highly desired. Knowledge of HTML and graphic design a plus. • Self-motivated, good organizational skills, detail-oriented, ability to prioritize, multi-task and meet deadlines. • Excellent verbal and writing skills with strong academic background.

Start Date: January 26, 2026, requires 5 months of minimum commitment.

Hours: Hours: 16 – 29 hours/week.

How to apply:

Applications must be received by January 16, 2026, to ensure maximum consideration. To apply for this position, please click "Apply now" where you will be prompted to upload your resume and cover letter detailing your relevant experience .