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Job Type

Graphic Design Intern

Remote (preference for VA)
Part-Time

Joy Education is seeking a creative, detail-oriented Graphic Design Fellow to elevate brand expression across digital and print touchpoints. This early-career role is ideal for someone with strong visual design instincts, a passion for storytelling, and the ability to translate complex ideas into clear, accessible design. You’ll help shape visuals for programs, campaigns, reports, and stakeholder communications so our mission shows up beautifully and consistently everywhere.

Job Details
  • Job Title:
Graphic Design Intern
  • Location:
Remote (preference for VA)
  • Reports To:
CEO
  • Terms:
Part-Time
  • Rate:
$17.50/hr
  • Start Date:
Flexible
About Joy Education

Joy Education Foundation is a technology-driven nonprofit dedicated to reducing inequities in access to affordable literacy support for low-income communities. Through Virtual Reading Clinics, Mobile Reading Clinics, and a Digital Foundational Reading Skills Curriculum, we use innovation and community partnerships to strengthen literacy outcomes. Our next stage of product innovation includes AI-enabled literacy tools and gamified learning experiences that make practice more interactive, personalized, and joyful for students.

Key Responsibilities
  • Design on-brand assets for campaigns, programs, and events (social graphics, one-pagers, flyers, slide decks, email and web visuals).
  • Maintain and evolve Joy Education’s visual identity system (typography, color, iconography, templates, and brand guidelines).
  • Build templates and toolkits (Canva/Figma/Google Slides) that enable staff to self-serve while maintaining quality and consistency.
  • Produce compelling report and publication layouts (impact briefs, case studies, data summaries), including accessible PDFs.
  • Create graphics and simple animations for web, video, and social; export/rasterize assets optimized for various platforms.
  • Collaborate on data visualization for research, program evaluation, and grant reporting; turn findings into audience-friendly visuals.
  • Support website visuals (hero images, illustrations, infographics, thumbnails) and ensure designs meet accessibility and responsiveness standards.
  • Coordinate with program, development, and community teams to keep materials current and aligned with messaging.
  • Manage asset libraries and file hygiene; name, version, and organize source files for team reuse.
  • Bonus/optional: contribute light photo/video editing and motion graphics for storytelling and highlights.
Qualifications
Collaboration with Product Management & Design Fellows
How To Apply

Apply via our website, sharing your resume, a brief cover letter describing your interest and relevant experience, and a portfolio link or work sample (required).

Candidates from historically underrepresented backgrounds in design and education are strongly encouraged to apply.

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Social Media & Communications Intern

Remote / Hybrid (based in Virginia preferred)
Intern

We are seeking a creative and organized Social Media & Communications Intern to support our growing community presence and storytelling efforts. The intern will help manage Joy Education’s digital communications strategy, create compelling content, and showcase the impact of our programs across multiple platforms. This role is ideal for someone passionate about education equity, community engagement, and digital media.

Job Details
  • Job Title:
Social Media & Communications Intern
  • Location:
Remote / Hybrid (based in Virginia preferred)
  • Reports To:
Executive Director & TutorOps Team
  • Terms:
Intern
  • Rate:
17.50/hr
  • Start Date:
About Joy Education

Joy Education Foundation is a technology-driven nonprofit dedicated to reducing inequities in access to affordable literacy support for low-income communities. Through Virtual Reading Clinics, Mobile Reading Clinics, and a Digital Foundational Reading Skills Curriculum, we use innovation and community partnerships to strengthen literacy outcomes. Our next stage of product innovation includes AI-enabled literacy tools and gamified learning experiences that make practice more interactive, personalized, and joyful for students.

Key Responsibilities

Content Creation & Scheduling

  • Draft and design engaging posts for LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram.
  • Create graphics, short videos, and highlight reels showcasing student, family, and fellow stories.
  • Maintain a consistent posting schedule aligned with organizational campaigns.

Community Engagement

  • Monitor comments, messages, and mentions across platforms.
  • Amplify content from partners, families, and teaching fellows.
  • Support online campaigns and live events (e.g., literacy weeks, family workshops).

Newsletter & Communications Support

  • Draft monthly family and teaching fellows newsletters (content provided by program staff).
  • Assist with editing, formatting, and distribution of external communications.

Analytics & Reporting

  • Track social media engagement, growth, and trends.
  • Provide monthly reports with recommendations for improvement.

Brand & Messaging Support

  • Ensure consistent voice, visuals, and messaging aligned with Joy Education’s mission.
  • Assist with developing flyers, one-pagers, and digital outreach materials.
Qualifications
  • Current student or recent graduate in communications, marketing, journalism, education, or related field.
  • Strong writing, editing, and storytelling skills.
  • Proficiency with social media platforms (LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube).
  • Familiarity with design tools (Canva, Adobe Spark, or similar).
  • Interest in education equity, literacy, and community engagement.
  • Ability to work independently, meet deadlines, and manage multiple tasks.
Collaboration with Product Management & Design Fellows
How To Apply

Please submit:

  • Resume
  • Short cover letter (why you’re interested in Joy Education & communications)
  • Sample of writing or social media/graphic design work

Apply via website: www.joyeducation.org
 Subject Line: Social Media & Communications Intern Application – [Your Name]

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Contact Us

Email: founders@joyeducation.org

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Teaching Fellow

This is a virtual/remote position.

Your Role: As a Teaching Fellow, you will be responsible for coaching and teaching students by delivering and facilitating curriculum. Your role is pivotal in fostering connections with students and families.

By applying to this position, you acknowledge and understand that a video submission is a requirement for the application process. This allows us to assess your comfort and ability to navigate the technology required to perform the responsibilities of this position.