The Legacy Newspaper - Social Media Intern 

Description of Organization: 

The Legacy is a community newspaper that has been published weekly since 2015 and is a member of the National Newspaper Publishers Association (NNPA), the trade association of the more than 200 Black American-owned community newspapers across the U.S. 

Like many Black-owned newspapers, The Legacy is just getting into the social media market as a means to expand our reach and maintain the relevance of the Black Press, whose credo we embody: “The Black Press believes that America can best lead the world away from racial and national antagonisms when it accords to every person, regardless of race, color or creed, full human and legal rights. Hating no person, the Black Press strives to help every person in the firm belief that all are hurt as long as anyone is held back”. 

Intern Duties: 

• Create engaging content for The Legacy’s social media platforms.
• Manage the scheduling of posts on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
• Assisting with the day to day management of the social media pages.
• Work with the editor to promote the organization’s weekly print edition online. 

Applicants should should have: 

• Excellent written and oral communication skills. 
• Excellent knowledge of social media platforms. 
• Strong computer and mobile device competency. 
• Ability to prioritize, multitask and meet strict deadlines. 
• The ability to work independently or as part of a team. 

This is an unpaid internship but with an opportunity to gain professional experience. Hours are flexible with a minimum of 10 hours a week required. 

Internship dates: May 1, 2024 - Aug. 30, 2024 

Location: Virtual or (optionally) at 3605 Mayland Ct. Richmond, VA 23223 

Applicants should e-mail resume and two writing samples to: 

Elizabeth Gordon, Marketing Manager: Info@legacynewspaper.com