New York, New York, United States · Hybrid
Communications and Design Intern – Fall 2026 Common Justice is seeking a Communications and Design intern who can help the organization build upon its current social media presence and graphic design needs. Common Justic…
Skills: Graphic Design, Social Media Management, Written Communication, Verbal Communication, Time Management
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The intern will create compelling storytelling content for social media and blogs while designing graphics according to brand guidelines. They will also assist in planning and analyzing media strategies and researching topics for weekly news meetings.
Candidates must be pursuing a degree in Communications, Journalism, Graphic Design, or a related field and be proficient in Canva or Adobe Creative Cloud. Applicants must be US residents based in the NYC area with a strong understanding of social justice and criminal justice.
Communications and Design Intern – Fall 2026
Common Justice is seeking a Communications and Design intern who can help the organization build upon its current social media presence and graphic design needs.
Common Justice develops and advances solutions to violence that transform the lives of those harmed and foster racial equity without relying on incarceration. Locally, we operate the first alternative-to-incarceration and victim-service programs in the United States to focus on violent felonies in adult courts. Nationally, we leverage the lessons from our direct service to transform the justice system through partnerships, advocacy, and elevating the experience and power of those most impacted. Rigorous and hopeful, we build practical strategies to hold people accountable for harm, break cycles of violence, and secure safety, healing, and justice for survivors and their communities.
The ideal candidate is a self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is equipped with concise written and verbal communication, and excellent time-management and organizational skills. A creative outlook and collaborative spirit are musts, as well as the ability to work independently and with a group.
Responsibilities:
Qualifications
This is a part-time position of 15-20 hours a week from August-December 2026. Hours are flexible, and this is a hybrid internship. Only students who are United States residents and pursuing their degree within the New York City area will be considered. Candidates should also be available to come into the office once a week on Tuesdays.
Pay is $16.50/hr.
To Apply
To apply please submit a resume, dates of availability, and cover letter. If shortlisted, candidates will be asked to complete a brief assessment.
Common Justice is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military status, prior record of arrest or conviction, citizenship status, or current employment status. Common Justice values diverse experiences, including educational background and justice system involvement. We depend on a diverse staff to carry out our mission.
Survivor-centered, accountability-based, safety-driven, & racially equitable solutions to violence without incarceration
Common Justice develops and advances solutions to violence that transform the lives of those harmed and foster racial equity without relying on incarceration. Locally, we operate the first alternative-to-incarceration and victim-service program in the United States that focuses on violent felonies in the adult courts. Nationally, we leverage the lessons from our direct service to transform the justice system through partnerships, advocacy, and elevating the experience and power of those most impacted. Rigorous and hopeful, we build practical strategies to hold people accountable for harm, break cycles of violence, and secure safety, healing, and justice for survivors and their communities.
Offices: Brooklyn, NY 11217, US · Bronx, NY 10455, US
Survivor-centered, accountability-based, safety-driven, & racially equitable solutions to violence without incarceration
Common Justice develops and advances solutions to violence that transform the lives of those harmed and foster racial equity without relying on incarceration. Locally, we operate the first alternative-to-incarceration and victim-service program in the United States that focuses on violent felonies in the adult courts. Nationally, we leverage the lessons from our direct service to transform the justice system through partnerships, advocacy, and elevating the experience and power of those most impacted. Rigorous and hopeful, we build practical strategies to hold people accountable for harm, break cycles of violence, and secure safety, healing, and justice for survivors and their communities.
Offices: Brooklyn, NY 11217, US · Bronx, NY 10455, US
