Digital Media & Content Intern

About VitalSpark

VitalSpark is a behavioral science and technology company focused on understanding and improving human motivation. Our work combines research in psychology, movement science, and behavior change with emerging technologies to help individuals and institutions better understand how motivation works and how it can be sustained over time.

Our team works with universities, coaches, and organizations to rethink how movement, wellness, and engagement are supported in modern environments.

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Role Overview

We are looking for a
Digital Media & Content Intern

to help support the execution of VitalSpark’s social media and digital content strategy while gaining hands-on experience in startup media operations.

This internship is designed as a
learning experience for students interested in digital media, communications, and health technology

, and can be structured to meet university internship-for-credit requirements where applicable.

This role will work directly with the
Chief Science Officer

to help bring thought leadership content to life across platforms like LinkedIn and Instagram.

The ideal candidate is someone who enjoys storytelling, digital media, and design, and who is interested in working at the intersection of behavioral science, health, and technology.

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Responsibilities

The intern will assist with executing VitalSpark’s content and social media strategy by:

• Assisting with scheduling and publishing content across social media platforms (primarily LinkedIn and Instagram)

• Assisting with short-form video editing for social media posts and reels

• Designing simple graphics and visual assets using Canva

• Helping manage and maintain a weekly content calendar

• Assisting with capturing photo or video content when opportunities arise (NYC-based candidates may occasionally help capture content in person)

• Supporting the production of short educational clips, keynote excerpts, and thought leadership content

• Helping track and organize content performance insights

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Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone who is:

• Interested in social media, digital storytelling, and content strategy

• Comfortable using Canva or other simple design tools

• Familiar with Instagram, LinkedIn, and short-form video platforms

• Interested in fitness, behavioral science, wellness, or technology

• Organized and able to manage tasks independently

• Creative and excited about helping build a growing brand

Experience with video editing tools such as CapCut, Adobe Premiere, or similar software is a plus but not required.

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What You’ll Gain

While this is an unpaid internship, interns will gain:

• Hands-on experience contributing to and executing a real content strategy

• Exposure to a startup environment focused on behavioral science and health technology

• Direct mentorship from the Chief Science Officer

• Portfolio-building opportunities through real published content

• Insight into thought leadership, keynote development, and digital media strategy

• Understanding how behavioral science research translates into digital media and public thought leadership

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Time Commitment

Approximately
5–15 hours per week

, with flexible scheduling.

This internship will be supervised and can include
periodic feedback to support academic credit requirements if needed.