About the job
About the Role
Street Child is hiring a Social Media Associate for a paid internship based at our London headquarters. This role starts as a 3-month contract, with a strong possibility of extension for high performers. The position requires a flexible commitment of 3 to 5 days per week (each day is 7.5 hours), with at least 3 days in the office and the option to work remotely for the rest.
This is a hands-on internship focused on social media content creation, trend monitoring, and performance analysis. The majority of your time (about 75%) will be spent on social media work, with the remainder supporting broader communications projects. Associates are paid at the National Minimum Wage applicable at the time of employment.
Street Child values creativity and initiative. Associates are trusted with meaningful work from day one, and many have gone on to secure extended contracts or permanent roles with us.
What You Will Do
- Create engaging, high-quality content for Street Child’s channels: LinkedIn, Instagram, TikTok, Twitter/X, and Facebook.
- Monitor trends, formats, and platform updates to keep content fresh and relevant.
- Assist with dynamic formats such as short-form videos, reels, and carousels.
- Draft compelling, platform-specific messaging to connect with our audiences.
Who We’re Looking For
The ideal candidate is immersed in the social media landscape and understands how to tell stories that resonate online. This role suits someone creative, proactive, and comfortable working at speed. Strong attention to detail and the ability to adjust strategies based on feedback and analytics are important.
Previous applicants to other Associate roles who are interested in this specific Social Media position are encouraged to reapply with a tailored application.
Contract Details
- Initial 3-month contract, reviewed for possible extension or permanence based on performance
- 3 to 5 days per week (7.5 hours per day)
- Minimum of 3 days per week in the Central London office; remote work possible for the rest
- Compensation at National Minimum Wage
Why Join Street Child?
Work alongside a high-performing communications team and help shape how Street Child connects with the world. This internship offers real responsibility, hands-on experience, and the chance to make a visible impact from the start. High-performing Associates are often offered extended or permanent roles.

