Job Title: Multimedia Design Intern
Organization: The Future of Free Speech at Vanderbilt University
Location: Remote or Vanderbilt University, Nashville, TN
Type: Internship, part-time (15-20 hours per week)
Time: Fall Semester 2026
How to Apply
Interested candidates must submit a resume and portfolio link to contact@futurefreespeech.com. Include “Multimedia Design Intern Application – [Your Name]” in the subject line.
About The Future of Free Speech
The Future of Free Speech is a dynamic think tank at the forefront of defending free expression in an increasingly polarized world. We’re a diverse team of researchers and advocates dedicated to promoting open dialogue, challenging censorship, and protecting the fundamental right to speak and think freely. At The Future of Free Speech, we believe that a robust and resilient culture of free speech must be the foundation of any free, democratic society.
Job Description
We are seeking an intern to help our communications team embark on a new, more visual chapter.
The Multimedia Design Intern will visually enhance the organization’s content to inform our audiences and drive engagement. The intern will create graphics, reels, and longer explanatory videos for social media. The intern will also help improve the website and the design of the organization’s reports.
Requirements
- Creating graphics, animations, and videos for the organization’s communications platforms
- Designing physical deliverables such as promotional materials and reports
- Devising new workflows to streamline content production
Ideal Candidate
- Passionate about designing graphics, animations, and videos that inform and drive engagement
- Proficient in Photoshop, Premiere Pro, After Effects, and InDesign
- Well-organized self-starter who can work with little supervision
- Detail- and deadline-oriented
Qualifications
- Current college student or recent graduate
- Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
What You’ll Gain
- A substantial portfolio of published graphics, animations, videos, and other deliverables
- Impactful experience creating a visual identity for a fast-growing, global organization
- Potential academic credit (see additional information)
Additional Information
This is an unpaid internship, offering a unique chance to gain practical experience and make a tangible impact in the field of free speech advocacy. In certain cases, qualified candidates may be eligible for a modest scholarship to support their work.
This internship is ideal for students pursuing degrees in communications, nonprofit management, political science, or related fields.
You may also be eligible to receive academic credit through your university for your internship. While The Future of Free Speech cannot manage or coordinate the academic credit process, we are happy to assist by completing any required evaluations, verifying internship hours, and providing other documentation requested by your institution.
At The Future of Free Speech, we celebrate diverse voices and foster an inclusive culture where everyone’s ideas contribute to our mission. As an intern, you’ll be a valued member of our team, collaborating with experts and making meaningful contributions from day one.
If you are ready to take on this challenge, learn invaluable skills, and contribute to a cause that matters, we want to hear from you. Apply today and join us in the fight for free speech!