SOFX Inc., a media-based information technology company and parent to the SOFX family of companies, is currently seeking a Social Media & Operations Intern to support day-to-day social media activities and provide administrative and operational support to the executive team. This role spans both areas and the balance will shift based on team needs, but candidates should be equally comfortable with each.
SOFX produces daily conflict and security intelligence while connecting organizations with a highly influential audience across the defense, national security, and technology sectors. We are a small, fast-moving team looking for someone who can reliably support both our digital presence and internal operations.
The Company
- The overall mission of SOFX, Inc. is to provide information and connectivity to professionals across the special operations, defense, and national security communities.
- SOFX publishes The SOFX Report, a widely read daily briefing covering global conflict, security, geopolitics, and emerging defense technologies. Through this media platform and its professional network, SOFX connects organizations with decision-makers and professionals across the defense, aerospace, national security, technology, and government contracting sectors.
- Companies partner with SOFX to reach this audience through newsletter sponsorships, advertising placements, digital media partnerships, and strategic visibility within the SOFX ecosystem.
The Compensation
- $15 per hour base compensation
The Location & Schedule
- Paid internship position working approximately 40 hours per month
- Company is based in the Charleston, SC area; hybrid work arrangement negotiable for local candidates after initial onboarding
The Role
Social Media Support
- Assist with posting content across social media platforms including LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter.
- Monitor comments, messages, and basic engagement on social media channels.
- Help format and schedule posts using simple tools or platforms.
- Support the team with basic content updates and edits.
- Maintain consistent posting and activity across channels.
Administrative & Operational Support
- Provide day-to-day administrative support to the executive team with basic office coordination tasks.
- Assist with document preparation, formatting, and file organization.
- Support internal operations and assist with special projects as assigned.
- Maintain organized records and assist with logistics as needed.
The Background Profile
- Current college student with a strong interest or area of study in communications, marketing, business, or a related field.
- Experience with social media platforms and ability to engage an audience.
- Familiarity or strong interest in military culture, terminology, and tone; background or exposure to military or special operations communities strongly preferred.
- ROTC participation or background is a plus.
- Ability to match tone and voice for a defense and national security audience.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities independently.
- Proficiency in Google Workspace and basic office tools.
- Working knowledge of basic social media and scheduling tools.
- Must be based in the Charleston, SC area.
- To support SBA HUBZone certification requirements, candidates must be willing to provide residency information to verify eligibility. Preference will be given to candidates who meet HUBZone residency criteria.
The Ideal Candidate
- Reliable and consistent with completing assigned tasks
- Willingness to learn and take direction
- Positive attitude and team-oriented mindset
- Basic writing and proofreading skills
