Social Capital Initiatives
Graphic/Web Design Fellow
About the Organization
Social Capital Initiatives, formerly known as Asia Initiatives, is a nonprofit organization registered in New York. Founded in 1999, SCI’s mission is to leverage the power of social capital to promote education, improved livelihoods, healthcare, and sustainable development to bring positive change in the quality of life of people in under-served communities. With a particular focus on women, youth and their families, our initiatives utilize transformative methodologies and technologies to empower people to realize their full potential, and become key agents in their own success.
At the heart of our work is Social Capital Credits (SoCCs), our award-winning community currency for social good. SoCCs are earned for acts such as mentoring, peer tutoring or upskilling others and can be redeemed for education, digital literacy, vocational and STEM skills, etc. Communities co-create their own SoCCs “earning and redeeming menus” through SoCCratic Dialogues, ensuring cultural relevance and ownership. All activities are tracked through the SoCCs App, providing real-time evidence and data to continuously refine our impact.
Fellowship Description:
We are seeking a creative and mission-driven Graphic/Web Design Intern to join our NYC team. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with tools such as Wix, Canva, InDesign, and other design platforms to support SCI’s brand visibility and communications across digital platforms. This is an excellent opportunity for anyone interested in international development, women’s empowerment, and global impact.
Key Responsibilities
Design compelling visuals for our social media, website, newsletters, event materials, reports, and donor outreach
Assist in updating and maintaining the SCI website
Develop templates and visual assets consistent with SCI’s brand and mission
Edit videos or create animated graphics for social media campaigns
Create graphics and visual narratives for our annual report and other written reports and written material
Support special design requests for partner communications or donor presentations
Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications
Proficiency in Wix, Canva, Adobe InDesign, or other graphic/web design tools
Experience with video editing platforms
Passion for social justice, women’s rights, and sustainable development
Ability to manage multiple design projects with attention to detail and deadlines
Excellent communication and collaborative skills
Learning Outcomes:
Build a robust, mission-driven design portfolio with real-world impact
Gain hands-on experience working on cross-functional nonprofit initiatives
Contribute to strategic communication efforts aligned with the UN SDGs
Deepen understanding of how visual storytelling advances social change and empowerment
Time Commitment: 30 hours / week