Emerson Collective · 2 months ago
Summer Intern, XQ Institute: Content & Editorial
Oakland, CA
Internship
Onsite
Intern
$25/hr - $25/hr
Start in 2026 SummerEmerson Collective is a company of investors, changemakers, creative thinkers, and problem solvers working to make a lasting mark on the world. As a Content & Editorial intern at XQ Institute, you will support the Content team by contributing to writing, storytelling, and brand-building projects, gaining hands-on experience in education-focused content strategy and communications.
Customer ServiceNon ProfitSocial
Responsibilities
Support writing and editorial needs as part of the XQ Content team, collaborating with Community, Product, Policy, and Schools & Systems colleagues as needed
Draft and edit journalism-style articles, interviews, newsletter content, and social media posts to share stories about XQ’s work and partners
Develop materials to strengthen XQ’s brand and communications presence—such as press kits, digital one-pagers, media contact lists, and internal spokesperson guides
Conduct a scan of XQ school and partner websites and other publicly available communications to ensure alignment with XQ brand guidelines
Coordinate with the Schools & Systems teams where follow-up is needed
Map the high school transformation ecosystem, including cataloguing the different stakeholders, their areas of focus, and their brand positioning relative to XQ
Contribute creative ideas to editorial planning, social storytelling, and content strategy discussions
Qualification
Required
Rising undergraduate senior, preferably studying marketing or communications, English, or a related field
Prior experience writing or editing for a publication, school paper, blog, or other media outlet is a plus
A proven background in a fast-paced and dynamic work environment
Creative, proactive, and adaptable, with the ability to take initiative and work independently while collaborating effectively in a team environment
Able to take initiative and drive projects forward independently, asking questions and seeking guidance when needed
Bold and imaginative thinker who enjoys connecting storytelling with strategy
Excited by working in an environment where any idea is possible and is driven to help execute to make those ideas happen
Benefits
Lunch allowance
Commuter allowance
Travel and housing allowances as needed
Company
Emerson Collective
Emerson Collective strengthens schools, secures rights for immigrants, and restores relationship between humanity and nature.
Founded in 2004
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Amy Low
Managing Director, Fellowships and Nonprofit Media
Anne Marie Burgoyne
Managing Director, Philanthropy
Recent News
2025-12-21
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