SOFX Inc., a media-based information technology company and parent to the SOFX family of companies, is currently seeking a Social Media Intern to support day-to-day social media activities, including posting content, monitoring engagement, and assisting with basic digital tasks.
SOFX produces daily conflict and security intelligence while connecting organizations with a highly influential audience across the defense, national security, and technology sectors. We are a small, fast-moving team looking for someone who can reliably help maintain an active and engaging social media presence.
The Company
• The overall mission of SOFX, Inc. is to provide information and connectivity to professionals across the special operations, defense, and national security communities.
• SOFX publishes The SOFX Report, a widely read daily briefing covering global conflict, security, geopolitics, and emerging defense technologies. Through this media platform and its professional network, SOFX connects organizations with decision-makers and professionals across the defense, aerospace, national security, technology, and government contracting sectors.
• Companies partner with SOFX to reach this audience through newsletter sponsorships, advertising placements, digital media partnerships, and strategic visibility within the SOFX ecosystem.
The Compensation
• $15 per hour base compensation
The Location & Schedule
• Paid internship position working approximately 40 hours per month
• Company is based in the Charleston, SC area; hybrid work arrangement negotiable for local candidates after initial onboarding
The Role
• Assist with posting content across social media platforms such as LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter.
• Monitor comments, messages, and basic engagement on social media channels.
• Help format and schedule posts using simple tools or platforms.
• Support the team with basic content updates and edits.
• Maintain consistent posting and activity across channels.
• Perform other simple tasks as assigned by the team.
The Background Profile
• Current college student with a strong interest or area of study in social media, marketing, communications or related field
• Experience with social media platforms and ability to create and engage an audience
• Familiarity or strong interest in military culture, terminology, and tone with background or exposure to military or special operations communities strongly preferred
• Ability to match tone and voice for a defense and national security audience
• Strong written communication skills, especially for short-form content
• Ability to follow instructions and maintain consistency in posting and messaging
• Working knowledge of basic social media and scheduling tools
• Must be based in the Charleston, SC area; hybrid work arrangement negotiable for local candidates after initial onboarding
• To support SBA HUBZone certification requirements, candidates must be willing to provide residency information to verify eligibility; preference will be given to candidates who meet HUBZone residency criteria
The Ideal Candidate
• Reliable and consistent with completing assigned tasks
• Willingness to learn and take direction
• Positive attitude and team-oriented mindset
• Basic writing and proofreading skills
