Project Ruth is an organization dedicated to helping people through the Orthodox Jewish conversion process with warmth, seriousness, and authenticity. We are seeking a part-time intern to help us launch and grow our Instagram and digital media presence.

This is an excellent opportunity for a creative high school or college student interested in video editing, branding, social media, Jewish education, and nonprofit work. The intern will play a meaningful role in helping shape the public voice and visual identity of a growing organization.

What You’ll Do

The intern will work closely with the Project Ruth team to create polished, engaging Instagram content, including:

• Editing short-form videos and Instagram Reels

• Adding grammatically correct subtitles/captions to videos

• Creating simple, brand-aligned graphics and carousel posts

• Formatting and polishing educational/social media content

• Clipping and editing podcast or long-form video into engaging content

• Assisting with maintaining a consistent visual style and posting schedule

What We’re Looking For

We are not looking for a marketing expert or someone with years of professional experience. The most important qualities are:

• Strong competency in mobile video editing and copyediting

• Excellent grasp of social media trends and best practices

• Good aesthetic judgment and attention to detail

• Reliability and responsiveness

• Interest in branding, storytelling, or social media

• Some Jewish literacy or familiarity with Jewish concepts/traditions

• Willingness to learn and collaborate

• Knowledge of the Orthodox community is a plus, but not necessary

• Experience with tools like CapCut, Canva, Adobe Premiere, Final Cut, or similar platforms is a plus

Why This Opportunity Is Unique

This role offers the chance to gain real-world experience helping build the digital presence of a mission-driven nonprofit organization from the ground up.

The right candidate will have the opportunity to:

• Build a professional portfolio of published social media and video work

• Work directly with Rabbi Adam Mintz and the Project Ruth leadership team

• Help shape the branding and online voice of a growing organization

• Gain hands-on experience in nonprofit media and digital storytelling

• Receive mentorship and a strong professional recommendation letter

Hours & Compensation

• Flexible part-time work

• Approximately 5 hours per week over the summer, with potential for this role to continue and/or grow in the fall

• $25/hour

Note: Candidates must have access to a smartphone, personal computer, and reliable internet.

To apply, please send:

• A brief introduction or cover letter

• Resume, CV or statement of relevant editing/social media experience

• Samples of work (if available)

Send application to: rabbikaplan@projectruth.net

Website: https://projectruth.net/