Digital Asset Management Intern

Were Looking for You:

Are you curious detail-oriented and creative Are you interested in research and discovery In how Libraries and Marketing can work together We are looking for a Digital Asset Management (DAM) Intern to fill a paid 10-week summer internship. The intern can be an undergraduate student graduate student or recent graduate (between 2024 and 2025). This position is home-based in the United States and will provide a unique opportunity to bridge the gap between academics and real-world work. We offer an orientation professional networking opportunities and real-world work experience.

The Intern will be responsible for supporting the Storytelling and Content: Digital Asset Management team ensuring our backlog of creative assets are added to our digital asset management platform easy to discover compliant with standards and ready for reuse across TNC.

The intern will work with select teams in the Marketing division to migrate priority content into the DAM. During the internship you will develop a strong understanding of metadata standards and taxonomy. You will catalogue assets research and write photo descriptions and collaborate with Marketing teams across TNC to assess describe and manage creative assets allowing for the reuse of critical content.

The Digital Asset Management Intern will also have the opportunity to test and evaluate several aspects of the DAMs user interface and provide recommendations for future enhancements. They will be able to learn how DAMs are set up and managed to deliver the most value to the organization. The Intern will report to the Digital Asset Manager of Storytelling and Content.

As the Digital Asset Management Intern you will:

• Catalog new content including photos and videos creating missing metadata.

• Research and write photo descriptions

• Assist in auditing and managing assets nearing the end of their lifecycle with guidance from the team.

• Source new content from key teams across TNC Marketing.

• Work closely and collaboratively with regional TNC teams to create metadata for new-to-DAM content.

• Test new platform features

• Participate in vendor meetings.

• Participate in roadmap/strategy meetings.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• HS Diploma or equivalent. Currently enrolled in an undergraduate (or graduate) program of communications marketing or related field or a recent graduate with a degree in one of these or a related field.

• Knowledge of/interest in digital asset management library science or archives.

• Excellent written and oral communication skills

• Experience in research writing and editing

• Close attention to detail

• Access to a reliable internet connection

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Coursework and/or exposure related to communications/marketing

• Self-starter taking initiative and demonstrating confidence to ask questions and seek input

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

• Multi-lingual skills and multi-cultural or cross-cultural experience appreciated

• Knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet software with the ability to construct and produce reports

• Basic understanding of metadata standards and desire to learn and create ways to describe content.

• Basic understanding of digital assets.

• Coursework/interest in library and information sciences & digital asset management.

• Strong research time management and communications skills

• Curiosity and willingness to learn.

• Familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite a plus

ADDITIONAL JOB INFORMATION

This is a full-time home-based temporary internship position with a 10-week term from June 1 to August 7 2026.

The pay for a candidate selected for this position is $17.00 /hour. This range only applies to candidates whose country of employment is the USA. Please note countries outside the USA would have a different pay range in the local currency based on the local labor market and not tied to USA pay or ranges. Your geographic location will be confirmed during the recruitment.

Who We Are:

The Nature Conservancys mission is to protect the lands and waters upon which all life depends. As a science-based organization we create innovative on-the-ground solutions to our worlds toughest challenges so that we can create a world in which people and nature thrive. Were rooted in our mission and guided by our values which include respect for all people communities and cultures. Whether its career development flexible schedules or a rewarding mission theres many reasons to love life inside TNC. Want a better insight to TNC Check out our TNC Talent playlist on YouTube to hear stories from staff or visit Glassdoor.

One goal is to cultivate an inclusive work environment so that all our colleagues around the globe feel a sense of belonging and that their unique contributions to our mission are addition to the requirements in our job postings we recognize that people come with talent and experiences outside of a job and consider each applicants unique experience. Please apply wed love to hear from you. To quote a popular saying at TNC youll join for the mission and stay for the people.

What We Bring:

Since 1951 TNC has been doing work you can believe in. Through grassroots action we have grown from a small non-profit into one of the most effective and wide-reaching environmental organizations in the world. Thanks to more than 1 million members over 400 scientists and the dedicated efforts of our diverse staff and partners we impact conservation around the world!

TNC offers a competitive comprehensive benefits package including health care benefits flexible spending accounts a 401(k) plan with an 8% employer match parental leave accrued paid time off life insurance disability coverage employee assistance program other life and work well-being benefits. Learn more about our Benefits and Perks here.

Were proud to offer a flexible work environment that supports of the health and well-being of the people we employ.

Our recruiting process includes a rolling interview process to ensure we engage applicants in a timely manner. This means we may review applications in the order in which they are received. Once a strong candidate pool is identified the role will be unposted. The timeline may vary depending on the expressed interest in the role so we highly encourage candidates to apply as soon as possible.

Employees must submit their application by logging into Workday and applying via the Jobs Hub.

The Nature Conservancy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our commitment to equal employment opportunity includes the recognition that our conservation mission is best advanced by the leadership and contributions of people of all backgrounds beliefs and culture. Recruiting and mentoring staff to create an inclusive organization is a priority and we encourage applicants from all cultures races colors religions sexes national or regional origins ages disability status sexual orientation gender identity military protected veteran status or other status protected by law.

The successful applicant must meet the requirements of The Nature Conservancys background screening process.

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