Social Media Coordinator Internships
Social media coordinator internships give university students, recent graduates, and early-career switchers hands-on project experience creating and managing real content, mentorship from working social media coordinators, and, at many employers, a path toward a full-time offer. Openings are concentrated across Insurance, Technology & Software, and Healthcare & Medical Services, with Sparkloft Media, Parks Automotive, and TikTok among the employers posting roles now.
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Total Rewards:
OSF HealthCare is dedicated to provide Mission Partners with a comprehensive and market-competitive total rewards package that includes benefits, compensation, recognition and well-being offerings that focus on the whole person and engage with their current stage of life and career. Click here to learn more about benefits and the total rewards at OSF.
The hourly rate for this position is $18.00/hour. This is an Hourly position.
Overview:
This internship will work onsite at OSF Ministry Headquarters in Peoria, IL. The intern will work 20 hours week (Monday-Friday) Looking to bring on a student and work during fall 2026 school semester.
Position Summary: The social media intern will support OSF HealthCare’s digital presence by creating, scheduling and monitoring engaging content across multiple platforms. This role is responsible for sharing stories that highlight our Mission, services and people, while ensuring brand consistency and accuracy. The intern will collaborate with the Marketing and Communications teams to strengthen community engagement, grow our online presence and support systemwide initiatives.
- Develop, write and schedule social media content using a social media management platform, while aligning with organizational goals.
- Organize and plan monthly content schedules across different platforms.
- Attend events and visit facility locations to capture compelling content for reels, stories and graphics.
- Stay current on platform updates, trends and best practices to optimize engagement.
- Conduct light research and assist in creative brainstorming to support content creation.
What you’ll gain:
- Experience working in a Mission-driven, values-based health care organization.
- The opportunity to use your creativity to connect with audiences and share meaningful stories that inspire trust and compassion.
- Professional growth through collaboration with experienced marketing and communications professionals.
- A role where your work directly contributes to community awareness, education and patient engagement.
Qualifications
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Current student attending college or university pursuing a degree in communications, marketing, public relations or a related field, or equivalent experience.
- Strong understanding of social platforms (Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn and TikTok).
- Skilled in writing, content editing and creative storytelling.
- Familiarity with social media management platforms (Hootsuite, Sprout Social).
- Experience with editing short-form video content.
- Ability to work independently, manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
- Strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative mindset.
OSF HealthCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Total Rewards:
OSF HealthCare is dedicated to provide Mission Partners with a comprehensive and market-competitive total rewards package that includes benefits, compensation, recognition and well-being offerings that focus on the whole person and engage with their current stage of life and career. Click here to learn more about benefits and the total rewards at OSF.
The hourly rate for this position is $18.00/hour. This is an Hourly position.
Overview:
This internship will work onsite at OSF Ministry Headquarters in Peoria, IL. The intern will work 20 hours week (Monday-Friday) Looking to bring on a student and work during fall 2026 school semester.
Position Summary: The social media intern will support OSF HealthCare’s digital presence by creating, scheduling and monitoring engaging content across multiple platforms. This role is responsible for sharing stories that highlight our Mission, services and people, while ensuring brand consistency and accuracy. The intern will collaborate with the Marketing and Communications teams to strengthen community engagement, grow our online presence and support systemwide initiatives.
- Develop, write and schedule social media content using a social media management platform, while aligning with organizational goals.
- Organize and plan monthly content schedules across different platforms.
- Attend events and visit facility locations to capture compelling content for reels, stories and graphics.
- Stay current on platform updates, trends and best practices to optimize engagement.
- Conduct light research and assist in creative brainstorming to support content creation.
What you’ll gain:
- Experience working in a Mission-driven, values-based health care organization.
- The opportunity to use your creativity to connect with audiences and share meaningful stories that inspire trust and compassion.
- Professional growth through collaboration with experienced marketing and communications professionals.
- A role where your work directly contributes to community awareness, education and patient engagement.
Qualifications
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Current student attending college or university pursuing a degree in communications, marketing, public relations or a related field, or equivalent experience.
- Strong understanding of social platforms (Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn and TikTok).
- Skilled in writing, content editing and creative storytelling.
- Familiarity with social media management platforms (Hootsuite, Sprout Social).
- Experience with editing short-form video content.
- Ability to work independently, manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
- Strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative mindset.
OSF HealthCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Social Media Coordinator Internship Market
Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Insurance
- Technology & Software
- Healthcare & Medical Services
Tips for Your Social Media Coordinator Internship Search
Apply earlier than you think necessary
Large employers open summer social media coordinator internship applications the preceding fall, often months before the role starts. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to the start date, so roles appear year-round. Check listings frequently and apply as soon as a posting goes live.
Build a portfolio before you send a single application
For social media coordinator internships, recruiters want to see real content, not just a list of classes. Publish original posts or campaigns on a public account, document at least two complete projects with the tools you used, and include links to live work or a case study PDF so hiring teams can assess your output directly.
Work your campus network and apply directly at the same time
Campus career fairs surface structured programs tied to your university, and your professors and career center staff often know which employers recruit from your school before roles post publicly. Apply directly to smaller companies running their own cohorts alongside campus activity so you reach openings that never appear at fairs.
Practice the social media coordinator intern screen out loud
Social media coordinator intern interviews typically include a content brief challenge or a channel audit exercise where you assess an account and explain your recommendations. Practice responding out loud, walking through your reasoning step by step, because interviewers weigh how you think through a problem as much as the final answer you reach.
Target structured internship programs built for newcomers
Larger companies in marketing and media run cohort programs specifically designed to train people new to social media coordination. These programs recruit early, fill fast, and often include mentorship and rotation across content, analytics, and strategy functions. Identify the programs that match your goals and submit in the first application wave.
Set your work-type filter before you start searching
On-site roles are 32% of the social media coordinator internships listed here. Decide what you can realistically commit to before you open a single listing, then filter by location and work type so you spend your time on roles you can actually accept.
Social Media Coordinator Internships: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a social media coordinator internship?
Lead with coursework, personal projects, and a portfolio rather than work history, hiring teams expect limited experience at the intern level. For social media coordinator candidates, the concrete artifact recruiters want to see is a portfolio of real content: published posts, campaign case studies, or analytics reports showing results. Apply directly to companies and attend campus career fairs, where recruiters often move faster for students they meet in person.
Can a social media coordinator internship turn into a full-time job?
Many employers extend return offers to strong interns, but conversion is never guaranteed. For social media coordinator interns, what actually drives it is consistent performance on real content and campaign work, available headcount on the team, and understanding the employer's return-offer timeline early. Position yourself by delivering measurable results and expressing clear interest, without counting on an offer before it's made.
When should I apply for social media coordinator internships?
Earlier than most candidates expect. Large employers recruit summer cohorts the preceding fall, so applications open months before the start date. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to when the role begins, which means new openings appear year-round. Checking regularly and applying as soon as a role is posted puts you ahead of candidates who wait.
Are social media coordinator internships paid?
Most professional social media coordinator internships in the U.S. are paid. Compensation varies by company size, industry, and location, and listings display it where the employer chooses to disclose it. Reviewing individual postings is the most reliable way to understand what a specific role offers before you apply.
What should a social media coordinator internship resume include?
Lead with projects, not work history. Include two or three documented projects showing the platforms you managed, the tools you used, and links to live content, published posts, or campaign case studies where the work is visible. Add relevant coursework in marketing, communications, or digital media. Keep the resume to one page, intern hiring managers expect it and appreciate the conciseness.
Are there remote social media coordinator internships?
Yes. Remote and hybrid roles make up 68% of the social media coordinator internship listings here, with the rest on-site. Remote cohorts fill quickly because they attract candidates from across the country, so apply early and filter by work type to see them before they close.
Can international students get social media coordinator internships?
Yes. F-1 students can intern through CPT while enrolled or through OPT work authorization after finishing a degree, and the employer does not have to file anything for either, so many companies are open to international interns. Confirm your eligibility and timing with your university's international student office before accepting an offer.
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