Are you a Rutgers undergraduate student interested in exploring how social media shapes society and politics? Consider joining the Technology and Democracy Research Hub Summer 2026 paid internship cohort, open to students from all majors. This program offers technical training and hands-on experience in social media research and the opportunity to co-author a report. Interns will dive into big questions about how platforms shape what we see and believe online — exploring topics like echo chambers, misinformation, and polarization. No technical background required—just curiosity, commitment, and a passion for social media and politics.

Note, this opportunity is open to undergraduates enrolled at Rutgers-New Brunswick (enrollment for Fall 2026 is required), and requires a weekly time commitment of 15 hours, including 1-2 hours a week of in-person meetings. Participation in the cohort requires availability for weekly meetings in-person on Wednesdays from 10 a.m.-12 p.m. in the Wood Lawn Carriage House (185 Ryders Lane, New Brunswick, NJ 08901).

They are encouraged to consult with their individual academic departments to determine whether academic internship or research credit may be available. Please note that internship credit cannot be granted by multiple departments for the same internship experience.

For questions, please contact Atl Castro Asmussen, Program Coordinator.Technology and Democracy Research Hub at atl.castroasmussen@rutgers.edu.