Summer Editorial & Content Intern
ELLA Inspires Magazine | Remote/Hybrid | Summer 2026
About the Role
ELLA Inspires Magazine is looking for a creative, trend-forward editorial intern to join our team for Summer 2026. This is a hands-on role for someone who lives and breathes Texas style, culture, and lifestyle—and wants real bylines, real skills, and a real portfolio by the end of the summer.
You'll research, write, and create content that celebrates the people, brands, and trends shaping luxury lifestyle in Texas—from Dallas to Houston to the Hill Country.
What You'll Do
Research and pitch original story ideas rooted in Texas lifestyle, fashion, wellness, and culture
Write polished editorial features, trend roundups, and brand spotlights for digital publication
Women to Watch Prospecting – Research and identify compelling nominees on LinkedIn for our ongoing Women to Watch series, which spotlights trailblazing women across Texas in business, fashion, wellness, and the arts. You'll develop a prospecting eye for women whose stories align with the ELLA Inspires brand—sourcing candidates through social media, LinkedIn, local press, industry events, and community networks. Prospects will be compiled in our editorial database with contact information, a brief bio summary, and your recommendation for why their story deserves a feature.
Create social-first content (captions, short scripts, visual direction notes) aligned with each article
Assist with interviewing local brand founders, tastemakers, and creatives
Support SEO content strategy by writing keyword-informed articles without sacrificing voice
Contribute to the editorial calendar with fresh, timely ideas
Collaborate on visual storytelling direction for featured content
You're a Great Fit If You…
Are based in Texas or have deep familiarity with Texas culture and lifestyle
Have strong writing skills and a distinct editorial voice
Follow fashion, beauty, wellness, travel, and luxury lifestyle trends closely
Are enrolled in or recently graduated from a journalism, communications, marketing, or English program
Are self-directed and can meet deadlines without hand-holding
Have a basic understanding of Instagram, Pinterest, or TikTok as content platforms
Bonus: photography, Canva, or short-form video skills
Compensation & Experience
This is an unpaid internship offering hands-on editorial experience in lieu of financial compensation. It is designed for students or emerging creatives who are building their portfolio and looking for real-world publishing experience they can't get in a classroom.
What you'll walk away with:
Published bylines on an established luxury digital magazine
Portfolio-ready editorial samples across multiple content formats
Hands-on experience in digital publishing, editorial strategy, SEO content, and brand storytelling
Direct mentorship from an Editor-in-Chief with 7+ years in luxury editorial and brand building
A LinkedIn recommendation and professional reference upon successful completion
Insight into the business of digital media, content monetization, and brand partnerships
This internship is best suited for students who can receive academic credit through their university. We are happy to complete any required paperwork for course credit.
