Summer Internship 2026
CAREERS — URBAN CHIC MEDIA
LOCATION
In-person, Washington D.C.
TIME COMMITMENT
~20 hours/week
Start Date: May 2026
End Date: August 2026
COMPENSATION
$2,500–$3,000 total stipend, dependent on term, with potential to extend

ABOUT THIS ROLE
Urban Chic Media is a DC-based boutique social media agency helping design-driven brands show up online with intention and style. We're looking for a creative, detail-oriented Social Media Intern to join our team for the summer — someone who lives on Instagram, has a great eye, and is excited to get their hands on real client work from day one.
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WHAT YOU'LL DO
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Manage posting for select client social media accounts
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Write captions and support engagement (responding to comments and engaging with tagged posts)
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Create simple, on-brand story content and graphics using Canva
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Have the opportunity to attend photoshoots or client content days for hands-on production experience
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Support with content research, trend reporting, and inspiration sourcing
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Keep internal files and content calendars organized and up to date
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WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR
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Must be based in Washington, D.C. — this is an in-person internship
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Passion for social media and a strong eye for aesthetics
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Experience using Canva to create social graphics
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Experience in video editing using CapCut or IG Edits app
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An obsession with Instagram and TikTok — you know what stops the scroll
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Strong written communication skills; can write a caption that actually sounds human
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Detail-oriented and able to juggle multiple tasks at once
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Comfortable working both independently and collaboratively
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Open to feedback and eager to learn
How to Apply
HOW TO APPLY
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Email lindsay@urbanchicmedia.com with the subject line:
Your Full Name + Intern Summer 2026 Application
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Please include:
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Your resume
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Any past creative work
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A link to a brand Instagram or TikTok account you admire
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An optional short video (up to 30 seconds) introducing yourself and why you want to join UCM
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis — no deadline, but don't wait too long!
