<div><b style="font-size:24px;">Overview</b></div><div><br></div><div><span style="font-size:16px;">Emerson Collective (EC) is a company of investors, changemakers, creative thinkers, and problem solvers working to make a lasting mark on the world. </span></div><div><br></div><div><a style="font-size:16px;" href="https://www.emersoncollective.com/programs/internships/emerson-collective-summer-internships"><b>Emerson Collective’s summer internship program</b></a><span style="font-size:16px;"><b> </b>places rising college sophomores, juniors, and seniors - and, for select opportunities, undergraduate students graduating in 2026 - in <b>paid</b> internship opportunities across Emerson Collective and our longstanding nonprofit partners </span><a style="font-size:16px;" href="https://xqsuperschool.org/">XQ Institute</a><span style="font-size:16px;">, </span><a style="font-size:16px;" href="https://www.unumfund.org/">E Pluribus Unum</a><span style="font-size:16px;">, and </span><a style="font-size:16px;" href="https://www.chicagocred.org/">Chicago CRED</a><span style="font-size:16px;">. </span></div><div><br></div><div><span style="font-size:16px;">We’re looking for college students who think big, embrace challenges, and thrive in collaboration.</span></div><div><br></div><div><span style="font-size:16px;">The internship is onsite, 40 hours per week, from </span><b><span style="font-size:16px;">June 15 through August 7, 2026.</span></b><span style="font-size:16px;"> A mandatory paid virtual onboarding and orientation will take place </span><b><span style="font-size:16px;">June 10–12.</span></b><span style="font-size:16px;"> See below for more details.</span></div><div><br></div><div><b><span style="font-size:16px;">Application Deadline:</span></b><span style="font-size:16px;"> Tuesday, </span><b><span style="font-size:16px;">January 6, 2026, at 2:00 PM PT / 5:00 PM ET.</span></b><span style="font-size:16px;"> Applications submitted after this deadline will not be accepted.</span></div><div><br></div><div><b style="font-size:18px;">The Opportunity</b></div><div><br></div><div><span style="font-size:12pt;">The </span><b style="font-size:12pt;">Communications</b><span style="font-size:12pt;"> team works across the Collective to set the tone and communicate organizational priorities to ensure internal teams learn and grow together and external audiences understand our values, skills, and expertise. Using a variety of tools like owned and earned media, events, arts and culture, data and research, coalition building, and stakeholder engagement, our communications activities are unique and bespoke.</span></div><div><br></div><div><span style="font-size:12pt;">As the </span><b style="font-size:12pt;">Communications </b><span style="font-size:12pt;">intern, you will help with research and information gathering, written and collateral materials development, and tracking communications activities. We’re looking for someone who has an eye for detail, energy to learn and grow in a fun environment, excellent written and organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. </span></div><br><br><h3>Role and Responsibilities </h3><ul><li>Conduct media monitoring of newscycles to draft content and summaries for internal team newsletters.</li><li>Read and synthesize key information in press clips, books, podcasts, keynote presentations, and panel discussions.</li><li>Coordinate with other interns and staff to amplify and highlight communications moments across EC teams.</li><li>Draft concise research and logistics briefings to advance new and ongoing projects.</li><li>Research mission-aligned speaking opportunities for leaders inside the company and external partners.</li><li>Support efforts to leverage AI tools and technology solutions to improve team efficiency, workflow, and communications-related data management.</li><li>Support the content and idea development of key Emerson moments and milestones such as Demo Day, Positive Sum Magazine, and other highlights. </li><li>Create initial drafts and written materials to support narrative building and storytelling projects. </li><li>Support the operations and administrative needs across all members of the Communications Team.</li></ul><h3>Qualifications, Skills, and Requirements</h3><ul><li>Rising undergraduate sophomore, junior, or senior, preferably pursuing a degree in communications, media, journalism, or related fields.</li><li>Strong writing, research, and synthesis skills, with the ability to create clear, compelling, and fact-based content.</li><li>Curiosity about current events, news cycles, and the evolving media landscape.</li><li>Experience using tools and technologies, including AI solutions, to improve communication and workflow.</li><li>Ability to maintain a high level of discretion and confidentiality.</li><li>A proven background in a dynamic and evolving work environment.</li><li>Strong intuition and incredibly perceptive.</li></ul><br><div><span style="font-size:18px;"><b>Internship Details</b></span></div><div><br></div><div><b style="font-size:16px;">Compensation</b></div><div><br></div><div><span style="font-size:16px;">- All interns are paid </span><b style="font-size:16px;">$25 per hour</b><span style="font-size:16px;"> and can expect to work 40 hours per week from </span><b style="font-size:16px;">June 15 to August 7</b><span style="font-size:16px;"> (eight weeks). </span></div><div><span style="font-size:16px;">- Interns will also be paid </span><b style="font-size:16px;">$25 per hour</b><span style="font-size:16px;"> for onboarding and orientation sessions taking place </span><b style="font-size:16px;">June 10–12</b><span style="font-size:16px;">. </span></div><div><span style="font-size:16px;">- All interns receive a </span><b style="font-size:16px;">lunch allowance </b><span style="font-size:16px;">and a </span><b style="font-size:16px;">commuter allowance</b><span style="font-size:16px;">, and may also receive </span><b style="font-size:16px;">travel and housing allowances</b><span style="font-size:16px;"> as needed.</span><b style="font-size:16px;"> </b></div><div><br></div><div><b><span style="font-size:16px;">Key Dates</span></b></div><div><br></div><div><b><span style="font-size:16px;">- November 18 – January 6:</span></b><span style="font-size:16px;"> Internship applications accepted; interviews begin on a rolling basis</span></div><div><span style="font-size:16px;">Applications must be submitted by 2:00 PM PT/5:00 PM ET on Tuesday, January 6.</span></div><div><span style="font-size:16px;">(Please note that not all applicants will be selected for interviews.)</span></div><div><b><span style="font-size:16px;">- January 12 – March 7:</span></b><span style="font-size:16px;"> Interviews continue and offers extended</span></div><div><b><span style="font-size:16px;">- June 10–12:</span></b><span style="font-size:16px;"> Mandatory virtual onboarding and orientation</span></div><div><b><span style="font-size:16px;">- June 15:</span></b><span style="font-size:16px;"> Internship program begins</span></div><div><b><span style="font-size:16px;">- August 7:</span></b><span style="font-size:16px;"> Internship program concludes</span></div>

<p>Emerson Collective is a social change organization that uses a broad range of tools including philanthropy, impact investing, and policy solutions to create the greatest good for the greatest number of people. Established and led by Laurene Powell Jobs, Emerson Collective is working to renew some of society&rsquo;s most calcified systems, creating new possibilities for individuals, families, and communities.</p>

Summer Intern, Communications: Communications

<div><b>Overview</b></div><div><br></div><div><span>Emerson Collective (EC) is a company of investors, changemakers, creative thinkers, and problem solvers working to make a lasting mark on the world.&nbsp;</span></div><div><br></div><div><a href="https://www.emersoncollective.com/programs/internships/emerson-collective-summer-internships"><b>Emerson Collective’s summer internship program</b></a><span><b>&nbsp;</b>places rising college sophomores, juniors, and seniors - and, for select opportunities, undergraduate students graduating in 2026 - in <b>paid</b> internship opportunities across Emerson Collective and our longstanding nonprofit partners </span><a href="https://xqsuperschool.org/">XQ Institute</a><span>, </span><a href="https://www.unumfund.org/">E Pluribus Unum</a><span>, and </span><a href="https://www.chicagocred.org/">Chicago CRED</a><span>.&nbsp;</span></div><div><br></div><div><span>We’re looking for college students who think big, embrace challenges, and thrive in collaboration.</span></div><div><br></div><div><span>The internship is onsite, 40 hours per week, from </span><b><span>June 15 through August 7, 2026.</span></b><span> A mandatory paid virtual onboarding and orientation will take place </span><b><span>June 10–12.</span></b><span> See below for more details.</span></div><div><br></div><div><b><span>Application Deadline:</span></b><span> Tuesday, </span><b><span>January 6, 2026, at 2:00 PM PT / 5:00 PM ET.</span></b><span> Applications submitted after this deadline will not be accepted.</span></div><div><br></div><div><b>The Opportunity</b></div><div><br></div><div><span>The </span><b>Communications</b><span> team works across the Collective to set the tone and communicate organizational priorities to ensure internal teams learn and grow together and external audiences understand our values, skills, and expertise. Using a variety of tools like owned and earned media, events, arts and culture, data and research, coalition building, and stakeholder engagement, our communications activities are unique and bespoke.</span></div><div><br></div><div><span>As the </span><b>Communications </b><span>intern, you will help with research and information gathering, written and collateral materials development, and tracking communications activities. We’re looking for someone who has an eye for detail, energy to learn and grow in a fun environment, excellent written and organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.&nbsp;</span></div><br><br><h3>Role and Responsibilities </h3><ul><li>Conduct media monitoring of newscycles to draft content and summaries for internal team newsletters.</li><li>Read and synthesize key information in press clips, books, podcasts, keynote presentations, and panel discussions.</li><li>Coordinate with other interns and staff to amplify and highlight communications moments across EC teams.</li><li>Draft concise research and logistics briefings to advance new and ongoing projects.</li><li>Research mission-aligned speaking opportunities for leaders inside the company and external partners.</li><li>Support efforts to leverage AI tools and technology solutions to improve team efficiency, workflow, and communications-related data management.</li><li>Support the content and idea development of key Emerson moments and milestones such as Demo Day, Positive Sum Magazine, and other highlights.&nbsp;</li><li>Create initial drafts and written materials to support narrative building and storytelling projects.&nbsp;</li><li>Support the operations and administrative needs across all members of the Communications Team.</li></ul><h3>Qualifications, Skills, and Requirements</h3><ul><li>Rising undergraduate sophomore, junior, or senior, preferably pursuing a degree in communications, media, journalism, or related fields.</li><li>Strong writing, research, and synthesis skills, with the ability to create clear, compelling, and fact-based content.</li><li>Curiosity about current events, news cycles, and the evolving media landscape.</li><li>Experience using tools and technologies, including AI solutions, to improve communication and workflow.</li><li>Ability to maintain a high level of discretion and confidentiality.</li><li>A proven background in a dynamic and evolving work environment.</li><li>Strong intuition and incredibly perceptive.</li></ul><br><div><span><b>Internship Details</b></span></div><div><br></div><div><b>Compensation</b></div><div><br></div><div><span>- All interns are paid </span><b>$25 per hour</b><span> and can expect to work 40 hours per week from </span><b>June 15 to August 7</b><span> (eight weeks). </span></div><div><span>- Interns will also be paid </span><b>$25 per hour</b><span> for onboarding and orientation sessions taking place </span><b>June 10–12</b><span>. </span></div><div><span>- All interns receive a </span><b>lunch allowance </b><span>and a </span><b>commuter allowance</b><span>, and may also receive </span><b>travel and housing allowances</b><span> as needed.</span><b>&nbsp;</b></div><div><br></div><div><b><span>Key Dates</span></b></div><div><br></div><div><b><span>- November 18 – January 6:</span></b><span> Internship applications accepted; interviews begin on a rolling basis</span></div><div><span>Applications must be submitted by 2:00 PM PT/5:00 PM ET on Tuesday, January 6.</span></div><div><span>(Please note that not all applicants will be selected for interviews.)</span></div><div><b><span>- January 12 – March 7:</span></b><span> Interviews continue and offers extended</span></div><div><b><span>- June 10–12:</span></b><span> Mandatory virtual onboarding and orientation</span></div><div><b><span>- June 15:</span></b><span> Internship program begins</span></div><div><b><span>- August 7:</span></b><span> Internship program concludes</span></div>

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