• Job Description

  Req#: communications-intern-spring-2023-2

  Third Way's Higher Education program is looking for a sharp, creative, and enthusiastic person to join our team as our Communications Intern for the spring semester, beginning in February and extending through May. This is a part time, paid opportunity that offers hands-on experience in advocacy communications, and digital media. This individual’s work will directly advance Third Way’s efforts to promote policies that will ensure students and taxpayers truly receive a return on their investment in higher education.

  As the Higher Education Communications Intern, a typical day might include…

  • Drafting tweets and Instagram posts to uplift our policy team’s work. You may also assist staff with videos, graphics, emails, newsletters, and reports;
  • Assisting with database maintenance and tracking our press interactions and impact using Salesforce;
  • Working closely with communications staff and external partners to update unbranded websites;
  • Creating graphics that showcase our latest work and upcoming events;
  • Monitoring current trends and topics in the higher education landscape;
  • Learning about event management by collaborating with our staff on event projects that will help to uplift our policy priorities and gather allies; and,
  • Performing other duties as assigned.
    
    

    This might be the right job for you if you…

    • Are a current college student, graduate student, or recent graduate with an interest in the intersection of public policy, communications and digital media, and higher education.
    • Have the digital and social media skills we need: We're looking for someone who is very online—up-to-date on the latest trends and memes and knowledgeable about platforms (including X and Instagram) and design tools, like Canva and the Adobe Creative Suite;
    • Have new, fresh ideas for our digital marketing strategy. We’re always looking to keep our messaging clean, simple, and sticky;
    • Are able to work under short deadlines and deliver in a fast-paced environment;
    • Pride yourself on being a strong writer and communicator;
    • Are organized and driven by results; and,
    • Have an interest in learning more about higher education policy, advocacy communications, or the think tank world.

      In the Third Way Culture, we are looking for…
      

      • Self-starters: People who see and seize opportunities, take risks, learn from failure, and will bring a sustained passion for our mission.
      • Collaborators: People who work in teams—sharing ideas, brainstorming, co-authoring products, and advancing its shared priorities.
      • Creators: People who foster divergent thinking and aren’t afraid to take on the orthodoxies of the left or the right. Team members come up with original insights, find unique ways to look at data, and challenge their preconceptions.
      • Results-oriented: People who function with an organizational commitment to clear objectives, ambitious timelines, accountability for results, and a focus on impact.
      • Respectful: People who embrace the diverse perspectives of everyone and fosters the values of diversity, equity, and inclusiveness at all times.

        
        

        This is a part-time, PAID INTERNSHIP. We are flexible with scheduling. This position is based in Washington, DC, and Third Way’s in-office days on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday.

        
        

        Hourly rate: $18/hour
        

        
        

        Third Way is committed to the health, safety and wellness of all employees, candidates, stakeholders, and communities. In support of that commitment, all current and newly hired employees are required to provide proof of Covid-19 full vaccination. Proof of full vaccination status will be required after an offer of employment is extended and accepted. Failure to provide proof of full vaccination prior to the start date will result in the offer of employment being rescinded.
        

        
        

        Third Way is an equal opportunity employer that celebrates, supports, and promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion. We will consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation or gender identity, or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable laws.
        

        
        
        

• About the company

  Third Way is a Washington, DC–based public policy think tank founded in 2005.

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