Communications Associate Jobs in Washington

INTRODUCTION

The Koch Associate Program (KAP) is a career accelerator for early to mid-career professionals with a drive to tackle our country’s most pressing challenges in more effective, principled ways. KAP equips associates with the tools, mindsets, and community to succeed as social entrepreneurs—individuals excited to find new and better ways to break barriers and eliminate injustice. Associates spend one day each week engaging in experiential learning with Stand Together Fellowships and work at one of our many partner organizations the rest of the week. Our curriculum is designed to supercharge your development and equip you for long-term success as you seek to have an impact on the problems that prevent people from realizing their potential.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage and grow the Institute’s presence on social media platforms, ensuring consistent voice and engagement (X, Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and YouTube).
• Assist in developing and implementing communication strategies that advance the Institute’s mission and key initiatives.
• Draft, edit, and refine written content, including newsletters, website updates, and research summaries.
• Plan and create multimedia content (graphics, video clips) to support projects and engage new audiences.
• Track communications performance and metrics; contribute insights for ongoing improvement.
• Maintain organized documentation of communications assets.
• Collaborate with staff and contractors to ensure consistent voice and visual design across products.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required:

• 0-3+ years of experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to translate complex research and policy content into clear, engaging messages.
• Demonstrated organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• A strong interest in state policy and alignment with free market ideas.

Preferred:

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, or a related field.
• Experience in a policy, research, nonprofit, or think tank setting.
• Familiarity with Google Workspace, WordPress, MailChimp, Social Media Platforms, and Canva.
• Knowledge of current affairs and policy issues related to human flourishing (economics, psychology, and culture).

HOW TO APPLY

To apply, qualified individuals should submit the following application materials in one PDF document:

• Cover letter including:
• An introductory paragraph(s) describing three distinct reasons you are drawn to Archbridge Institute’s mission and how you came to those beliefs.
• Salary requirements
• Resume

Applications should also be submitted to Talent Market via this link: talentmarket.org/apply-for-your-dream-job/.

ABOUT STAND TOGETHER FELLOWSHIPS

Learn more about Stand Together Fellowships.

Stand Together Fellowships believes that diversity in experiences, perspectives, knowledge and ideas fuels creativity, broadens knowledge, and helps drive success. Our admissions office treats all program participants and applicants with honesty, dignity, respect and sensitivity. We welcome all qualified applicants regardless of color, race, religion, religious creed, sex, gender or gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, ethnicity, ancestry, age, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy (including medical needs which may arise from pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), military and veteran status, genetic information, marital or familial status, political affiliation, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances.