Communications Intern

Location: Washington, DC (with some hybrid flexibility)

Hours: Approximately 20 hours per week

Duration: Late August - December 2026

About The Nimitz Group

The Nimitz Group is a leader in government relations excellence, recognized as the premier firm dedicated to veteran policy. Founded in 2016 with a dedication to creating significant change, The Nimitz Group has served as a prominent voice in Washington, DC for the well-being and rights of American veterans.

Position Overview

The Nimitz Group is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Communications Intern to support our content development, digital communications, and audience engagement efforts. This role is ideal for a college student or a new graduate interested in communications, government affairs, media, marketing, or digital strategy.

The intern will play a key role in creating, editing, and distributing content for The Nimitz Group's online newsletter and social media channels while helping strengthen the firm's digital presence and thought leadership.

Responsibilities

Newsletter Content
Edit and proofread articles, updates, and announcements for the company's online newsletter
Assist in researching topics, drafting content, and developing newsletter features
Format and prepare content for publication
Monitor newsletter performance metrics and identify opportunities for improvement

Content Development

Repurpose newsletter and long-form content into social media posts and other digital assets
Support the creation of thought leadership content, blog posts, and company updates
Monitor engagement and help identify relevant trends and opportunities for audience growth
Assist with basic graphic design, video editing, and multimedia content production as needed
Conduct research on industry trends, communications best practices, and relevant news topics

Qualifications

Current undergraduate or graduate student, or recent graduate
Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills
Familiarity with major social media platforms and content best practices
Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines independently
Interest in communications, public affairs, public policy, government affairs, media, or related fields

Preferred Qualifications

Experience using Canva or similar design tools
Experience with newsletter platforms
Familiarity with social media scheduling and analytics tools
Basic video editing experience
Some experience in politics or government relations (ex. Congressional Internship)
Veteran or military-connected individual

What You'll Gain

Hands-on experience in strategic communications and digital media
Opportunities to build a professional portfolio of published content
Exposure to public affairs, stakeholder engagement, and thought leadership communications
Mentorship from experienced government affairs professionals
Flexible scheduling compatible with academic commitments

Compensation

This is an hourly paid position

How to Apply

Please submit:

Resume
Brief cover letter describing your interest in communications and social media
2–3 writing samples and/or examples of social media content you have created, especially short-form and video content
Send application materials to clare@thenimitzgroup.com and dallas@thenimitzgroup.com with the subject line “INTERNSHIP APPLICATION - Your Name”

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