The Miami-Dade Urban Debate League (MDUDL) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering students through competitive academic debate. We are seeking three interns for Spring 2026. Each role includes hands-on experience, mentorship from MDUDL staff and board members, and the opportunity to support debate tournaments and league events.

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Communications & Social Media Intern

Responsibilities:

• Draft, edit, and distribute press releases, newsletters, and internal communications

• Manage Instagram, LinkedIn, and MDUDL website content

• Develop digital campaigns to highlight student achievements and league impact

• Capture and share student stories through graphics, reels, posts, and articles

Application Artifacts (choose 2):

• A writing sample (press release, newsletter article, blog post, or op-ed draft)

• A social media content piece (post with caption, reel, or short video)

• A content calendar snippet (at least 1 week)

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Development & Research Intern

Responsibilities:

• Support fundraising and grant development by collecting/analyzing league data, maintaining a grants calendar, and drafting grant applications.

• Assist with donor engagement through cultivation materials, sponsorship outreach, and community partner research (law firms, businesses, and organizations).

• Contribute to impact reporting by preparing summaries for board members, partners, and funders.

• Ensure sponsor visibility across events, including logos on flyers, social media mentions, and signage.

Application Artifacts (choose 2):

• A research summary or policy brief

• A grant proposal draft, fundraising letter, or case statement

• A data visualization, chart, or impact snapshot/report

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Curriculum & Instruction Intern

Responsibilities:

• Assist with student debate practices and provide constructive feedback

• Collaborate with coaches on team development strategies

• Contribute to curriculum design and instructional resources

• Help prepare workshops and training sessions

Application Artifacts (choose 2):

• A lesson plan, teaching outline, or workshop agenda

• A debate drill, training activity, or instructional resource

• A short reflection or write-up on supporting teaching/learning

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General Expectations for All Interns

• Assist with hosting debate tournaments and outside league events (roles vary by department)

• Collaborate with fellow interns and staff to ensure smooth project execution

• Work directly with MDUDL Board Members, who represent leading law firms, businesses, and universities — gaining valuable mentorship and networking opportunities

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Internship Details

• Commitment: 8–10 hours per week (some evenings/weekends required for tournaments)

• Location: Hybrid – remote tasks + in-person events in Miami-Dade

• Compensation: Unpaid, but eligible for course credit depending on your university’s internship policies

 

Application Instructions

Deadline: October 15, 2025

Submit the following materials to klee@urbandebate.org with the subject line: [Internship Title] Application:

1. Resume

2. Innovation & Improvement Statement (250–300 words): Describe what new ideas, strategies, or improvements you would bring to the Miami-Dade Urban Debate League if selected. Consider what could be strengthened, streamlined, or created within your department and how your contributions would make a lasting impact.

3. Two (2) artifacts specific to the role you are applying for (see descriptions above)

4. A 250-word professional bio (written in third person, suitable for publication)

5. Optional Headshot: If selected, interns will be asked to provide a professional headshot for MDUDL publicity (website, newsletters, social media). You may include one with your application if available.

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