Communications & Content Intern
Counter Fin (Forbes 30 Under 30 Social Impact Honoree) Location: Newark, NJ (Local) Type: Part-time, For-Credit Internship
About Counter Fin
Counter Fin is a Newark-based social impact firm helping workers navigate disability and leave benefits so they don’t lose everything when work stops. We combine lived experience, technology, and human support to guide people through SSDI, TDI, FLI, and related claims. We are mission-driven, fast-paced, and dedicated to financial justice.
The Role
We are looking for a creative, tech-savvy storyteller to help us amplify our message. As our Communications & Content Intern, you won’t just be “posting to social” you’ll be translating complex legal and financial hurdles into relatable, high-impact content that changes lives.
What You’ll Do
- Multi-Channel Strategy: Help plan, draft, and publish content across LinkedIn, Facebook, TikTok, and YouTube Shorts.
- Repurposing Mastery: Turn long-form stories and interviews into punchy short-form posts, captions, and visuals.
- Creative Production: Assist with light video editing and graphics using tools like CapCut and Canva.
- Analytics: Track basic metrics (views, followers, engagement) to report on what’s actually moving the needle.
- PR Support: Assist with day-to-day communications for launches, press releases, and partner announcements.
Who You Are
- Current Student: Must be able to receive academic credit for this internship.
- Strong Writer: You can adapt your “voice” from professional LinkedIn insights to engaging TikTok captions.
- Social Native: High comfort level with TikTok, LinkedIn, and IG trends.
- Mission-Aligned: A genuine interest in disability rights, social impact, or fintech for good.
- AI-Fluent: Comfortable using tools like Perplexity, ChatGPT, or Claude to brainstorm and draft efficiently.
- Local: Able to join our team in Newark, NJ for collaborative sessions.
Why Intern with Us?
Gain hands-on experience in the intersection of Fintech and Advocacy.
Work directly with a Forbes 30 Under 30 award-winning team.
Build a portfolio of social impact content that actually matters.