- Employer: Smithsonian Associates
- Type of Position: Internship
- Industry: Education and Training
- Location: Washington, DC
- Salary Range:
Social Media Intern
• Create new content and research relevant content to publish to The Smithsonian Associates’ Blog, Facebook, and Twitter accounts
• Update account profile information and customize profile design
• Monitor and respond to comments; engage fans and followers in conversation
• Research and implement new creative strategies for expanding social media reach
• Attend TSA events to develop content for blog and other social media platforms
• Assist with monitoring and reporting on the success of social media initiatives
Required Education and Experience:
• Enthusiastic about social media
• Excellent research and writing skills
• Professional demeanor, organizational and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and complete assigned tasks within identified timeframes
• Keen attention to detail when proofreading, copyediting, and fact-checking
• Comfortable utilizing Facebook, Twitter, Typepad, Instagram, Pinterest, YouTube, Tumblr, Hootsuite
• Familiarity with Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
• Ability to take and upload digital photos; photography experience a plus
To Apply:
Application Deadlines: Spring – October 1
Summer – February 1
Fall – July 1
To Apply: Complete the online application at http://intern.si.edu/. Click on the link for the Smithsonian Online Academic Appointment System (SOLAA). Questions can be directed to the Intern Coordinator at TSAInternships@si.edu or 202.633.8641.
Contact Information:
Peter Yagura
202.633.8641.
fax:
TSAInternships@si.edu
