Editorial Fellowship

Position description

The National Peace Corps Association (NPCA) is a global alumni network representing nearly 240,000 Americans who have served in the Peace Corps, and has been advocating at national and state levels to ensure a stronger and more effective agency since 1981. Through advocacy, networking opportunities, and commitment to service, NPCA promotes peace, friendship, and volunteerism in partnership with our global community, while addressing the needs of current and returning Volunteers. NPCA informs and increases the visibility of Returned Peace Corps Volunteers' domestic impact. By hosting a network with over 145+ affiliate groups, it strengthens communities and exponentially increases the impact of our members beyond the two years of Peace Corps service.

The Editorial Fellow will play a key role in producing and curating content across NPCA’s media platforms, including WorldView magazine, digital newsletters, our website, and social media channels. This is an ideal opportunity for a recent graduate with strong journalism and digital media skills who is passionate about storytelling, global issues, and the Peace Corps community.

Key Responsibilities

• Research, write, and edit weekly news articles, feature stories, and profiles for WorldView magazine and NPCA website.
• Assist in planning, writing, and producing NPCA’s e-newsletters.
• Develop and maintain website content using WordPress.
• Create and schedule engaging content for NPCA’s social media platforms (Instagram, LinkedIn, X, Facebook, etc.).
• Copyedit and proofread content to ensure editorial accuracy and consistency.
• Design ads, graphics, and digital media content using tools like Canva and Adobe Creative Suite.
• Edit and prepare photo and video content for publication.
• Provide general editorial and production support to the communications team.

Qualifications

• Recent graduate in journalism, communications, media, or a related field (graduate students with relevant work experience and/or skills may be considered).
• 2-3 years of experience in journalism, editorial work, or digital content creation.
• Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills with a strong attention to detail.
• Proficiency with WordPress, Mailchimp, Canva, and Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Premiere Pro).
• Working knowledge of social media platforms and strategies (Instagram, LinkedIn, X, Facebook).
• Experience editing photos and video content for online and print.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple deadlines, and communicate effectively in a remote team setting.
• Familiarity with the Peace Corps community or international service a plus.

Details

Duration: 10 months (September 2025 – June 2026)

Time Commitment: 20 hours per week

Location: Remote or Washington, D.C.–based 

Compensation: Monthly stipend $536.00

To Apply
Submit a résumé, cover letter, and two samples of writing or editorial work (published articles, newsletters, or multimedia projects) to [email protected] by Friday August 28th.

NPCA is an equal opportunity employer and values a diverse and inclusive workplace. We encourage applicants of all backgrounds, including Returned Peace Corps Volunteers, to apply.

Application instructions

Submit a résumé, personal introduction, and two samples of your editorial work (writing, multimedia, social) via email. Please include a LinkedIn profile if available.

NPCA is an equal opportunity employer and values a diverse and inclusive workplace. We encourage applicants of all backgrounds, including Returned Peace Corps Volunteers, to apply.