San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance is a nonprofit international conservation leader, committed to inspiring a passion for nature and creating a world where all life thrives. Empowering people from around the globe to support our mission to conserve wildlife through innovation and partnerships, we support cutting-edge conservation, and bring the stories of our work back to our two world-famous front doors - the San Diego Zoo and San Diego Zoo Safari Park - giving millions of guests, in person and virtually, the opportunity to experience conservation in action. The deep and extensive knowledge gained from more than a century of experience in wildlife care, health, veterinary services, nutrition and conservation makes us invaluable in the global effort to save species. Our team members play a crucial role in driving our conservation efforts forward and bringing us closer to a world where all life thrives.

HOW YOU WILL IMPACT OUR MISSION
The Social Media Intern will leverage demonstrated experience in writing, editing, and narrative development to support a broad range of tactics and communication styles, including brand storytelling, executive communication, philanthropy, and conservation science.

Throughout the internship you will research, craft, and edit materials alongside communication professionals and leading subject matter experts as you hone your ability to create impactful communications for a global audience.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Crafts brand, executive, philanthropic, and conservation storytelling content for a wide variety of outlets, including print, digital, video production, and social.
• Researches, creates, and edits content showcasing the work of San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance for a broad range of internal and external audiences.
• Develops persuasive and compelling advertorial and editorial content for a variety of channels, including digital, on-grounds messaging, and print publications.
• Edits material using AP and Chicago Manual of Style guides.
• Assists with new communication initiatives, outlining audience segments, strategic targets, and content delivery to ensure organizational reach and optimization.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

JOB EXPERIENCE

• At least one year working for a collaborative and effective communications team, including newsroom, publication, or another targeted outlet.
  
• Must be 18 years of age or older.

EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS

• High School Graduate
• Some college-level courses
  

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

• Attention to detail
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to learn new skills/tasks

SOME OF THE PERKS YOU WILL ENJOY AS AN INTERN

• Free admission to the San Diego Zoo and the San Diego Zoo Safari Park
• Family Passes
• Complimentary Tickets
• Local and In-House Discounts

IMPORTANT DETAILS

• Location: San Diego, CA
• Position Type: Twelve-Week Internship
• Pay: $5,000 Stipend

Be an ally for wildlife by joining our team!

At San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance, we thrive on celebrating our differences. Diversity is vital for the benefit of our team members, our guests, our community, and our wildlife.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete an application, please email your request to and provide the job title and location to which you are applying.

As a Federal Contractor, San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance is required to participate in the E-Verify Program to confirm eligibility to work in the United States.

San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance is a drug free workplace.

• 1455 Frazee Rd, San Diego, CA 92108, USA