Communications and Marketing Non Duke Student Intern , Sanford School of Public Policy

Duke University:

Duke University was created in 1924 through an indenture of trust by James Buchanan Duke. Today, Duke is regarded as one of America's leading research universities. Located in Durham, North Carolina, Duke is positioned in the heart of the Research Triangle, which is ranked annually as one of the best places in the country to work and live. Duke has more than 15,000 students who study and conduct research in its 10 undergraduate, graduate and professional schools. With about 40,000 employees, Duke is the third largest private employer in North Carolina, and it now has international programs in more than 150 countries.

Be You. Be Bold. Choose Duke.

Be You.

At Duke, we celebrate individuality, creativity, and the power of storytelling to shape ideas and inspire action. As the Communications and Marketing Intern, you'll join the Communications and Marketing Team at theSanford School of Public Policy, contributing your unique voice and perspective while gaining hands-on experience in a dynamic, mission-driven environment. You'll collaborate with professionals who are passionate about sharing stories that highlight impactful research, innovative ideas, and the people making a difference in public policy.

Be Bold.

This internship invites you to explore, experiment, and build skills that will strengthen your portfolio and prepare you for future careers in communications, marketing, digital media, or public policy. You'll take on meaningful projects and learn how strategic communications shape how a top public policy school is experienced by prospective students, alumni, and the broader public.

What You'll Do:

• Assist with editing short-form video content, including reels and YouTube shorts
• Update and refresh content across Sanford School websites
• Contribute to the creation of graduate program marketing materials such as viewbooks and impact reports
• Support marketing initiatives aimed at prospective graduate students
• Interview students about their summer internships and write engaging student profiles
• Brainstorm, create, and support content for social media platforms
• Track news and social media trends relevant to public policy and higher education
• Help analyze website traffic and support the development of communications metrics
• Help strategize and organize for events and lectures

What You'll Bring:

• Enrollment as a current undergraduate or graduate student
• Strong written communication skills and an interest in storytelling
• Curiosity about marketing, communications, digital media, or public policy
• Experience with or interest in social media platforms, video, photography, or graphic design
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• Ability to work independently while also collaborating as part of a team
• Willingness to learn, take initiative, and contribute creative ideas

Choose Duke.

Duke offers more than an internship-it's an opportunity to do work that matters. At the Sanford School of Public Policy, you'll gain real-world experience, mentorship from communications professionals, and exposure to storytelling that influences policy conversations at the local, national, and global levels. This Summer 2026 internship is designed to help you grow professionally while contributing meaningfully to Duke's mission of knowledge in service to society.

Ready to Make a Difference?

Apply now and spend your summer building skills, telling powerful stories, and helping shape the future of public policy communications at Duke.