Internship Listings

Current Internship Listings

• Anderson for Utah - Social media Intern - Unpaid

  Shana Anderson (801-810-0653) is running for State Senate in District 19. She is interested in an intern to help with social media/marketing/messaging or an intern who wants to work on volunteer coordination.  This is an unpaid internship and she hopes the intern can work 10-15 hours per week. If you are interested in applying, send a resume and a letter of interest. 

  Her campaign website is https://www.andersonforutah.com/

  She wrote: 

  • I am a first time candidate running as a Democrat in a red district.
  • I believe Utahns deserve more choice and a balance of power in the state legislature. 
  • I am a U.S. Army Veteran, a stay at home Mom, and an economist. 
  • I am running to build a stronger economy that works for everyone, not just those at the top. 
  • I know better policies can lead to more affordable housing, cleaner air, and better solutions to our water crisis.
     

  Posted April 15, 2026

• Utah State Senate - Communications Specialist  & Writing Fellow - Paid

  The Senate is hiring a Communications Specialist and a Writing Fellow. 

  The Communications Specialist role is ideal for an exceptional writer and creative thinker who can translate complex policy issues into clear, compelling, audience-focused messaging while maintaining accuracy. This role involves a wide range of work, from drafting talking points to writing op-eds and managing proactive communications across platforms. Ideally, candidates will have 3–5 years of experience.

  The Writing Fellow will help craft clear, engaging content that informs the public and shapes understanding of key policy issues. This is a 6-12 month position, depending on availability.

  Here are links to the job descriptions:

   

  Communications Specialist 

  Writing Fellow

  Posted April 15, 2026

• CJ Hernandez for State Senate - Campaign Intern - Paid

  The CJ Hernandez for State Senate campaign is seeking motivated and detail-oriented interns to support campaign communications, field organizing, and fundraising efforts during the Summer 2026 election cycle. This role offers hands-on experience in a competitive state legislative race and is ideal for students or recent graduates interested in politics, communications, or public service.

  Responsibilities

  Communications & Digital Media

  • Develop and schedule social media content across campaign platforms
  • Capture and edit photo/video content at campaign events
  • Monitor engagement and assist with digital communications

  
  Field & Volunteer Coordination 

  • Recruit, onboard, and communicate with volunteers
  • Organize canvassing shifts, phone banks, and outreach efforts
  • Maintain accurate volunteer and voter contact records

  
  Voter Outreach

  • Participate in door-to-door canvassing, phone banking, and text campaigns
  • Assist with planning and staffing community events
  • Represent the campaign in public-facing interactions

  
  Fundraising Support 

  • Assist with planning and executing fundraising events
  • Support donor outreach and follow-up communications
  • Help manage online fundraising campaigns

  
  Qualifications 

  Required Skills

  • Current student or recent graduate in Communications, Political Science, Public Relations, or related field
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Interest in political campaigns, public policy, or civic engagement
  • Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends
  • Highly organized with strong attention to detail
  • Experience with social media platforms required; basic design/video skills preferred

  
  Preferred Skills 

  • Experience with Canva, Adobe, or video editing tools
  • Familiarity with voter databases (e.g., VAN) is a plus
  • Previous campaign or volunteer experience preferred but not required

  
  How to Apply

  Submit the following to info@cjforsenate.com: Subject: WSU Intern

  • Resume
  • Brief statement of interest
  • Weekly availability and start date

  
  Organization: CJ Hernandez for Utah State Senate District 5
  Location: Weber & Davis County, Utah
  Job Type: Part-time, Temporary (Summer Internship)
  Compensation: $15/hour
  Schedule: 10–20 hours per week; evenings and weekends required

  CJ Hernandez for Utah State Senate is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.

  Posted April 2, 2026

• Rooted & Wild Adventure Co - Social Media Marketing Intern - Paid

  Rooted & Wild Adventure Co. is looking for a creative and organized social media intern to join our team.
  
  ABOUT US
  Rooted & Wild Adventure Co. is a guiding and outfitting company based out of Davis County. We guide backpacking, hiking, snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, canyoneering, rock climbing, etc. We host a monthly outdoor program for over 170+ women along the Wasatch front, as well as provide summer camps, backpacking trips, and international expeditions.
  
  WHAT YOU'LL DO
  • Increase brand awareness and audience engagement across all platforms (IG, FB)
  • Launch additional platforms (Tiktok, Pinterest)
  • Create and schedule content that adapts trends to fit our voice
  • Capture video and photo content at local events
  • Work with our Co-founder to develop and execute a social media strategies for upcoming launches and monitor effectiveness of campaigns
  • Stay ahead of the curve on social media shifts and the outdoor industry to keep our content relevant and fresh
  • Exemplify the company values of curiosity, connection, play and growth
  
  QUALIFICATIONS
  • Currently enrolled as a student studying Marketing, Advertising, Communications, or other related fields
  • A keen understanding of social media trends, short form video content and proficiency in Canva
  • This job is remote, but does require travel to two evening events per month. Locations range from Ogden to Provo.
  • Since we are a women-led business, we are looking for a female aged 18+ who has a love for the outdoors.
  
  BENEFITS
  • Expectation: 10-15 hours a week beginning in April through June, with the possibility of staying on as part-time staff
  • Paid hourly rate: $16 per hour
  • Participation in our activities in the outdoors including rappelling, falconry, hiking, rock climbing, trail running, etc.
  
  HOW TO APPLY: Please send the following to our email: hello@rootedwildadventureco.com
  • Resume
  • Links to social accounts
  • 2- 3 content ideas for our brand
  • (Optional) 1- 2 minute video introduction

   

  Posted April 2, 2026

• History Education Foundation - Research and Digital Media Intern - Unpaid

  The History Education Foundation is a nonprofit focused on improving history and civics education through research, curriculum development, and public outreach. Our work includes textbook analysis, historical research, and the creation of digital educational content.

  Intern responsibilities may include:
  • Conducting historical research for articles and educational materials
  • Assisting with analysis of history textbooks and curriculum sources
  • Creating short educational posts or videos for social media
  • Supporting public history outreach and digital content projects

  The internship is flexible and can be completed remotely with occasional virtual meetings.

  Contact:
  Kason Kendall, PhD
  Founder, History Education Foundation
  info@history-education.org
  https://history-education.org

  Posted March 11, 2026

• Church of Jesus Christ - Church Magazine & Social Media Internships - Paid

  There are a wide variety of positions currently available. Find information here. You can also find the positions on handshake.

  Posted February 11, 2026

• Waterford.org - Community Engagement Intern - Paid

  Waterford.org is an education not-for-profit organization with a mission to achieve universal literacy for children through equity, access, and parent empowerment. Waterford creates programs that empower parents as a child’s first teacher at home and supports teachers in the classroom. Currently, Waterford.org serves over 300,000 children across 43 states every year.

  We're hiring part-time Community Engagement Interns to help recruit Utah families for our UPSTART Early Learning Program. As an intern, you’ll be a vital connector between Waterford and your local community—spreading awareness, building relationships, and helping families access free educational resources.

  This role is ideal for Utah-based college students who are:

  • Passionate about education, equity, and community service  
  • Well-connected or active in their local communities  
  • Strong communicators, comfortable speaking with families and community leaders  
  • Self-motivated, organized, and capable of working independently

   

  Qualifications

  • Enrolled in a Utah college or university
  • Studying Education, Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Child Psychology, Communications, Social Science, Journalism, Public Relations, Digital Media, or a related field Strong interpersonal and communication skills
  • Must live in Utah
    • In order to achieve broad coverage across the state, the program will select approximately one intern from each designated geographic section. This approach helps ensure representation from rural as well as more populated areas
    • Applicants from rural communities are strongly encouraged to apply.
  • Must have personal transportation and the ability and willingness to travel around your community/assigned territory. 
  • Spanish speakers are strongly encouraged to apply

   

  Key Responsibilities

  • Community Research: Identify neighborhoods and locations where young families live and gather
  • Local Outreach: Distribute flyers, visit community hubs, and talk to families about Waterford’s programs
  • Event Support: Represent Waterford at local events, host booths, and assist with program registration
  • Relationship Building: Collaborate with Waterford staff and local organizations to strengthen community ties
  • Activity Planning: Help organize small community events like family nights, craft hours, and reading circles
  • Various administrative, event, and program recruitment tasks 

   

  For more information and to apply, click here.

   

  Posted December 9, 2025

• Utah Office of Energy Development - Spring 2026 Internship - Paid

  The Utah Office of Energy Development (OED) is seeking an Intern to join the office for the Spring semester of 2026. The intern will help advance energy initiatives throughout the state of Utah via education, outreach, collaboration, research and communications.

  The ideal candidate has strong skills in writing, research and collaboration as well as a desire to effect positive change on the energy landscape in the state. Interns will report to the Energy Education Specialist.

  This position will work 20 hours per week with two days in office and hybrid telework options. The intern will be paid $20 per hour for 12 weeks.

  Applications will be accepted beginning November 1.

  Utah Office of Energy Development - Spring 2026 Internship information

  Posted October 22, 2025

• Weber State Athletic Department - Social Media Intern - Paid

  The Weber State Athletic Department is seeking a creative and motivated Social Media Intern to join our team. This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in sports media, digital marketing, and content creation while supporting our athletic teams and promoting school spirit across various platforms.

  As a Social Media Intern, you will work closely with the Athletic Communications and Marketing staff to create engaging content, assist with live coverage of games and events, and help grow the digital presence of our sports programs.

  Weber State Athletic Department - Social Media Intern information and application instructions.

  Posted October 22, 2025