Overview
Emerson Collective (EC) is a company of investors, changemakers, creative thinkers, and problem solvers working to make a lasting mark on the world.
We’re looking for college students who think big, embrace challenges, and thrive in collaboration.
The internship is onsite, 40 hours per week, from June 15 through August 7, 2026. A mandatory paid virtual onboarding and orientation will take place June 10–12. See below for more details.
Application Deadline: Friday, January 9, 2026, at 2:00 PM PT / 5:00 PM ET. Applications submitted after this deadline will not be accepted.
The Opportunity
XQ Institute is the nation’s leading organization dedicated to rethinking the high school experience so every student graduates ready to succeed in college, career, and real life.
As the Content & Editorial intern, you’ll support XQ’s newly formed Content and Editorial team, contributing to a variety of writing, storytelling, and brand-building projects. This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in education-focused content strategy, journalism, and communications while working with a collaborative team dedicated to reshaping the national conversation about high school transformation You’ll help craft clear, engaging, and impactful stories that elevate XQ’s mission—writing for multiple platforms, from social media to digital publications including our partnership with the 74 million, an education-focused digital publication. Candidates should bring strong writing skills, curiosity, and the ability to translate complex ideas into compelling, accessible narratives.