Spring 2016 Writing & Editing Internship:

Under the supervision of the Marketing and Communications Writer, the intern will learn about the role of a writer and editorial team at a university art museum. Tasks will include conducting background research; arranging, assisting with, and conducting interviews; and attending and note-taking at lectures and other museums events. The intern will be included in regular editorial staff meetings, and will help develop or write a number of stories for the Harvard Art Museums’ online magazine Index. Assignments may range from profiles of staff members to exhibition previews. Based on the intern’s interests and abilities, there may be opportunities for the intern to pitch original story ideas as well. The internship is open to qualified students who are able to begin work in February 2016 or earlier. The hours are flexible, but a minimum of 10 hours a week is highly desired. This internship will be particularly relevant to those interested in publishing/editing as a career. Applicants who are majoring in communications, journalism, English, or related humanities and who have a strong interest in the arts are encouraged to apply. Applicants should have a demonstrated interest in the publishing/editing industry and be organized, efficient, and creative. Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Outlook are required.

 

Please Note: These are unpaid internships and the applicant must receive academic credit for the internship to be considered. The internships will run February – May 2016. Deadline for Applications isDecember 9, 2015. 

 

For more information, view the full internship postings and application instructions at https://www.hireculture.org/vieworg.aspx?org_id=212.