National Geographic Social Media Intern, Summer 2026 Washington, DC, USA

February 10, 2026

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Job Posting Title:National Geographic Social Media Intern, Summer 2026Req ID:10138054Job Description:About the Role & ProgramJoin National Geographic’s Social Media team as a Summer Intern and immerse yourself in the heart of creative storytelling and digital innovation. You’ll collaborate closely with experienced social managers and executives, driving impactful campaigns for Nat Geo TV, Editorial, and Brand accounts. This role offers hands-on experience in developing and executing creative social stunts, community engagement strategies, and delivering standout digital assets. You’ll be part of a passionate department that thrives at the intersection of entertainment, editorial, and brand marketing—always pushing boundaries with trending content and platform expertise. If you’re energized by analytics, content performance, and the art of storytelling across platforms like Facebook, Instagram, X, YouTube, TikTok, Reddit, and Threads, this is your chance to help grow an iconic brand’s fan base while learning from industry leaders.This is a full-time internship, and the approximate dates are from May/June 2026 through August/September 2026. If selected for this role, you will report directly to the Senior Manager, Social Media. A cover letter indicating your interest in the National Geographic Social Media Intern, Summer 2026 position is required in order to be considered for the opportunity. What You Will DoResponsibilities include but are not limited to:<ul><li>Supporting social media efforts across brand, editorial, TV and title handles while learning about how to manage social accounts, develop campaigns, work across teams and effectively communicate with target audience.</li><li>Creating a weekly newsletter/update with trending social topics and ideas to share with the social and editorial teams.</li><li>Assisting with social team planning for D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event – will be able to take on specific projects – as this is a complex event.</li><li>Ideating and Planning one other project that will contribute to the social team goals and objectives options for this will be determined before the start of the internship.</li></ul>Required Qualifications & Skills<ul><li>Deep understanding of social platforms </li><li>Team-first mentality </li><li>Ability to prioritize, multi-task and meet deadlines </li><li>Strong creative writing skills </li><li>Effective communication skills in both verbal and written form </li><li>Extreme attention to detail </li><li>Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and Keynote </li></ul>Preferred Qualifications<ul><li>Ability to support multiple campaigns at once </li><li>Creative, proactive and independent thinking </li><li>Working with social management platforms</li><li>Experience with Airtable</li><li>Interest and passion for television industry</li></ul>Education<ul><li>Junior or Senior year</li><li>Major in Social, Communications, Public Relations, Journalism preferred</li></ul>Eligibility Requirements & Program InformationCandidates for this opportunity MUST meet all of the below requirements: <ul><li>Be enrolled in an accredited college/university pursuing a degree taking at least one class at time of application OR currently participating in a Disney College Program or Disney Internship.</li><li>Current Disney Interns, College, International, or Culinary Program Participants: You may only work for ONE consecutive year (12 months) in any combination of an internship and/or program.</li><li>Be at least 18 years of age</li><li>Possess unrestricted work authorization</li></ul>Additional Required Documents <ul><li>A cover letter indicating your interest in the National Geographic Social Media Intern, Summer 2026 position is required in order to be considered for the opportunity. </li></ul>Additional Information <ul><li>Able to have a consistent, reliable work schedule throughout the internship</li><li>The approximate dates of this internship are May/June 2026 through August/September 2026</li><li>Fully available from Monday through Friday, 10am to 6pm ET for the duration of the internship</li><li>Able to provide own housing for the duration internship program in the Washington D.C. area</li><li>Able to provide/have reliable transportation to/from work</li></ul>The pay rate for this role in Washington D.C. is $22.50 per hour. Select benefits may be provided as part of the compensation package, such as medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered. To learn more about our benefits visit: Posting Segment:National GeographicJob Posting Primary Business:National Geographic (DET)Primary Job Posting Category:Marketing and Digital Media InternEmployment Type:Full timePrimary City, State, Region, Postal Code:Washington, DC, USAAlternate City, State, Region, Postal Code:Date Posted:2026-01-26

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