Social & Community Intern

<p><strong>Please note that applications for this role will be reviewed on an ongoing basis starting in January 2026.</strong></p> <p><strong>Want to help us, help others? We’re hiring!&nbsp;</strong></p> <p>GoFundMe is the world’s most powerful community for good, dedicated to helping people help each other. By uniting individuals and nonprofits in one place, GoFundMe makes it easy and safe for people to ask for help and support causes—for themselves and each other. Together, our community has raised more than $40 billion since 2010.</p> <h3><span style="font-size: 10pt;"><strong>The Role</strong></span></h3> <p>We’re looking for a <strong>Social &amp; Community Intern</strong> to support our social, community, and creator efforts across GoFundMe and GoFundMe Pro. This is a hands-on internship where you’ll help shape the voice of one of the internet’s most positive brands — and learn what it takes to manage, grow, and protect an online community at scale.</p> <p>You’ll work closely with the Social &amp; Community team to brainstorm content, identify trends, and source meaningful stories that showcase the impact of giving.</p> <p>This is a 10 week internship that runs from May 27th, 2026 to August 7th, 2026. Candidates considered for this position will be based in either San Francisco, CA or San Diego, CA.</p> <h3><span style="font-size: 10pt;"><strong>The Job</strong></span></h3> <ul> <li><strong>Story Sourcing:</strong> Identify compelling, mission-aligned fundraisers and stories for potential social coverage.</li> <li><strong>Drafting Copy:</strong> Write and refine short-form and platform-specific copy (Instagram, TikTok, X/Twitter, LinkedIn, Reddit).</li> <li><strong>TikTok Ideation:</strong> Track trending sounds, social moments, and creative opportunities to bring GoFundMe’s message to life in fun and unexpected ways.</li> <li><strong>Creator Sourcing:</strong> Research and compile lists of creators and influencers who align with GoFundMe’s mission and community.</li> <li><strong>Content Creation:</strong> Assist with graphics, short-form videos, and other assets for brand and creator campaigns.</li> <li><strong>Community Management:</strong> Help monitor and engage across our brand channels; foster positive interactions with donors, organizers, and partners.</li> <li><strong>Customer Care:</strong> Support the Social Care team in identifying and escalating questions or concerns from users on social platforms.</li> <li><strong>Data, Analytics &amp; Reporting:</strong> Track weekly and monthly performance metrics to help measure growth, engagement, and community health.</li> <li><strong>Intern Project (TBD):</strong> You’ll own a focused, high-impact project that contributes to the team’s broader goals — details determined with your manager.</li> </ul> <p><strong style="font-size: 10pt;">You</strong></p> <ul> <li>Pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in Marketing, Business, or a related field.</li> <li>A strong writer and communicator with a clear, empathetic voice.</li> <li>Deeply curious about how social platforms evolve — and how brands can authentically participate.</li> <li>Comfortable in a fast-moving environment with a mix of creative and analytical work.</li> <li>Interested in social impact, creators, or community-driven storytelling.</li> <li>Experience with social tools (Sprout, Later, native analytics) or basic design/editing (Canva, CapCut, Adobe Express) is a plus, not a must.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Why you’ll love it here</strong></p> <ul> <li><strong>Make an Impact</strong>: Be part of a mission-driven organization making a positive difference in millions of lives every year.</li> <li><strong>Innovative Environment</strong>: Work with a diverse, passionate, and talented team in a fast-paced, forward-thinking atmosphere.</li> <li><strong>Collaborative Team</strong>: Join a fun and collaborative team that works hard and celebrates success together.</li> <li><strong>Growth Opportunities</strong>: Participate in learning, development, and recognition programs to help you thrive and grow.</li> <li><strong>Commitment to DEI</strong>: Contribute to diversity, equity, and inclusion through ongoing initiatives and employee resource groups.</li> <li><strong>Community Engagement</strong>: Make a difference through our volunteering and Gives Back programs.</li> </ul> <p><strong>We live by our core values:</strong>&nbsp;<em>impatient to be great</em>,&nbsp;<em>find a way</em>,&nbsp;<em>earn trust every day</em>,&nbsp;<em>fueled by purpose</em>. Be a part of something bigger with us!</p> <p>GoFundMe is proud to be an equal opportunity employer that actively pursues candidates of diverse backgrounds and experiences.&nbsp; We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, ethnicity, nationality or national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, pregnancy status, marital status, age, medical condition, mental or physical disability, or military or veteran status.</p> <p>The hourly rate for this position is $30.00. &nbsp;The company also offers equity and other benefits to employees, including healthcare, dental, vision, life insurance and 401(k) saving program. In addition to this wage, there are geolocation differentials that will increase pay depending on the work location. Additionally pay may vary depending on other factors including skills, experience, education, or training. Your recruiter can share more about the <strong>specific total compensation package </strong>based on your location during the hiring process.</p> <p>If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete a job application or a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact us at <a href="mailto:accommodationrequests@gofundme.com">accommodationrequests@gofundme.com</a>.&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Learn more about GoFundMe:</strong></p> <p>We’re proud to partner with <a href="https://www.gofundme.org/">GoFundMe.org</a>, an independent public charity, to extend the reach and impact of our generous community, while helping drive critical social change. You can learn more about GoFundMe.org’s activities and impact in their <a href="https://www.gofundme.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/GoFundMe.org-FY25-Annual-Report.pdf" target="_blank">FY ‘25 annual report</a>.</p> <p>Our <a href="https://www.gofundme.com/c/gofundme-2025-year-in-help" target="_blank">annual “Year in Help” report</a> reflects our community’s impact in advancing our mission of helping people help each other.</p> <p>For recent company news and announcements, visit our <a href="https://www.gofundme.com/c/newsroom">Newsroom</a>.</p>