Arts Communications Intern
Description:
MIT invites you to apply as an intern and become a member of the Arts at MIT communications team in Spring 2019. Are you studying communications, marketing or arts administration? Do you love the arts and are you interested in helping spread the word about the dynamic arts initiatives and events happening at MIT? Then join us!
The Arts at MIT is looking for a part-time intern for 8-10 hours per week ($12/hour). Students from any accredited American college or university are encouraged to apply, though this internship is not for credit. Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States. The internship takes place on MIT’s campus in Cambridge, MA; remote work is not possible.
Students pursuing a degree in a communication or marketing related field preferred. The intern will work closely with the Communications Manager on implementing communications strategies for the Arts at MIT.
Tasks may include:
- Website Content Management:
- Use writing and critical thinking skills to apply Search Engine Optimization (SEO) recommendations to past articles and blog posts, including identifying and tracking keywords, breaking up long paragraphs, writing headers and applying styles.
- Evaluate and prioritize press clippings to extract quotes, summarize content and update corresponding web listings.
- Improve consistency in formatting and content accuracy across website.
- Graphic Design
- Use Adobe InDesign to update files for print and digital advertising according to the Arts at MIT brand system, including posters, event programs, digital advertisements, etc.
- Audience Outreach and Data Analysis
- Process and analyze data from audience surveys, website traffic, email and other sources.
- Assist in audience building for arts events at MIT, including those produced by the Center for Art, Science & Technology (CAST).
- Strategize and research target audiences for CAST events, then compile lists for outreach.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Requirements
- Attendance and participation in weekly communications meetings held on Tuesdays at 11am
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Exceptional attention to detail
- Knowledge of the academic community in the Boston area
- Interest in contemporary classical music, world music, jazz, architecture, visual arts, film and/or new media
- Knowledge of Mac computing environment and WordPress CMS
How To Apply:
Send resume and cover letter to:
Leah Talatinian
Communications Manager, Arts at MIT
No calls or in-person inquiries please
Apply by:
November 30, 2018
Salary:
$12/hour
About this Organization:
The Arts at MIT connect creative minds across disciplines and encourage a lifetime of exploration and self-discovery. They are rooted in experimentation, risk-taking and imaginative problem-solving. The arts strengthen MIT’s commitment to the aesthetic, human, and social
dimensions of research and innovation. Artistic knowledge and creation exemplify our motto — mens et manus, mind and hand. The arts are essential to MIT’s mission to build a better society and meet the challenges of the 21st century.