Communications Intern, Arts at MIT, Cambridge, MA

Posted June 13, 2018

MIT invites you to apply as an intern and become a member of the Arts at MIT communications team in Summer 2018.

Are you studying communications or marketing? 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.

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 include:

WEBSITE CONTENT MANAGEMENT

• Prepare images for web, manage metadata and update media library
• Apply style guidelines and formatting consistency
• Implement Search Engine Optimization recommendations

GRAPHIC DESIGN

• Update and prepare designs for print and digital outlets using existing templates

DIGITAL ASSET MANAGEMENT

• Archive files using dropbox

OUTREACH

• Assist in audience building for arts events at MIT and part of the Center for Art, Science & Technology (CAST).
• Participation in a weekly communications meeting Tuesdays at 11am required and occasional evening or weekend attendance may be requested for select events.

Required Qualifications:

• Fluency in oral and written communication.
• 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 media.
• Knowledge of html, Mac computing environment and WordPress.

Send resume and cover letter by Friday, June 22 to:

Leah Talatinian, Communications Manager, Arts at MIT
[email protected]
No calls please