Digital Intern (College)

Are you an undergraduate, graduate-level student, or Summer 2026 graduate interested in digital communication, video editing, graphic design, influencer strategy, or digital services? If you are looking for an opportunity to gain hands-on digital experience, the Pennsylvania's Office of the Governor has the perfect opportunity for you! Our Office of Digital Strategy is looking for a motivated Digital Intern for the upcoming Fall 2026 session. Share your innovation and creativity with us and jump start your career with practical real-world experience!

In this internship, you will join the Office of the Governor's Office of Digital Strategy in our mission to lead the Governor's online communications and Pennsylvanians' experiences online. We work in social media, influencer management, and pretty much anything having to do with the Internet. We want your ideas, concepts, and solutions!

You will get a chance to experience all areas of digital strategy, from social content and design to digital services. There will be time and space to develop expertise within our internal departments. As a Digital Intern, you will learn and perform the following duties:

• Content Creation: Develop creative digital content for state social media
• Intentional Collaboration: Work with staff members to advance key communication projects
• Strategy Development: Suggest creative ideas to enhance online engagement
• Impact Discovery: Learn how digital tools and innovations support effective public communication across the Commonwealth

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• The internship is expected to run late August 2026 to December 2026.
• Intern is expected to work 20 hours per week. Scheduling will be flexible within the 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM work hours.
• Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, depending on the needs of both the intern and the office. Some level of in-person reporting in Harrisburg is required. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview.
• Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

QUALIFICATIONS

Internship Requirements:

• Current enrollment in an undergraduate or graduate degree program.
• Graduates from Summer of 2026 may also be considered for this program.
• Good academic standing (2.5 GPA or higher).
• Pennsylvania residency or enrollment at a Pennsylvania college or university.

Additional Requirements:

• You must be currently studying or have graduated with a degree in communications, advertising and marketing, electronic and digital media communication, or a similar major or degree program.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

How to Apply:

• Your application must include a resume.
• If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
• All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant's own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only. Use of AI to misrepresent or falsify information, or to assist during interviews, is not permitted. Review the Guidance for Generative AI Tools & Job Seekers for additional information.

Veterans:

• Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. *7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

• 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.