D.C. Bar · 1 month ago
Marketing & Communications Editorial Intern
Washington, DC, US
Internship
Hybrid
Intern
$18/hr - $18/hr
Start in 2026 SummerThe D.C. Bar Pro Bono Center is seeking a Marketing & Communications Editorial Intern for the summer of 2026. This internship offers a hands-on opportunity to contribute to various communication platforms while gaining exposure to legal journalism and editorial strategy.
AssociationComplianceConsultingLegal
Responsibilities
Pitches, researches, and writes articles, interviews, and briefs for print and digital platforms
Shadows D.C. Bar content producers and observes how complex legal topics are translated for diverse audiences
Attends and reports on D.C. Bar events, CLEs, and Communities programs
Assists with fact-checking, copyediting, and proofreading
Supports e-newsletter and social media content development
Participates in editorial meetings and learns about production workflows, deadlines, and design collaboration
Contributes to strategic conversations about audience engagement and editorial voice
Performs other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Current student pursuing a degree in communications, journalism, digital media, or a related field
Strong writing, research, and storytelling skills
Interest in law, legal systems, or public policy
Demonstrated confidence conducting interviews and synthesizing complex topics
Reliable, organized, and receptive to feedback
Demonstrated commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working environment
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Strong interpersonal and customer service skills. Must work well in a team environment and be able to interact, including in-person, with Bar members, volunteers, vendors, the public and Bar employees
Ability to handle and maintain the confidentiality of highly sensitive information
Preferred
Familiarity with Chicago Manual of Style and digital publishing tools
Experience working with a school publication or student media
Company
D.C. Bar
Since 1972 the District of Columbia Bar has been enhancing access to justice, improving the legal system, and empowering lawyers to achieve excellence.
Founded in 1972
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Margarita Lorenzetti, CPA, CGMA
Chief Financial Officer
Matt Butler
Chief Operating Officer
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