Social Media Undergraduate Intern

The Marketing and Communications department at the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston (MFA), oversees the Museum’s social media presence, including strategy, content creation, and community management across Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, X, LinkedIn, Pinterest, and YouTube. 

The team is seeking a creative, detail-oriented intern with excellent writing skills, a strong understanding of social media platforms, and an eye for creating short-form video content. Reporting to the Manager of Digital Marketing Strategy, the intern will support day-to-day social media operations and gain hands-on experience creating content for a global audience. The intern will also gain exposure to how paid social advertising complements the Museum’s organic social presence and broader digital marketing efforts.

The ideal candidates must be able to work onsite 15 hours per week (preferably Tuesdays, Wednesdays, or Thursdays) from September 11 through December 11, 2026. These hours include attendance at the Museum Pathways & Practices professional development course from 12:30-2:30pm on the following Fridays: Sept 18, Sept 25, Oct 2, Oct 9, Oct 16, Oct 23, Oct 30, Nov 6, Nov 13, Nov 20, and Dec 4.

The intern will be paid at a rate of $16.80 per hour and will receive a $90 per month transportation subsidy which is subject to tax withholdings.

As we amplify our efforts toward becoming a truly inclusive institution and fostering the next generation of museum staff, the MFA actively encourages students from all backgrounds to apply to the program.

Essential Functions:

• Brainstorm and create original content for the MFA’s social media channels.
• Film and edit short-form video content on iPhone using tools such as Instagram Edits and CapCut.
• Monitor social media trends and recommend creative ideas that align with the Museum’s voice and mission.
• Research YouTube trends and the competitive landscape to identify opportunities for the Museum's YouTube strategy.
• Assist with tracking user-generated content.
• Assist with influencer strategy and outreach. 
• Shadow the planning and execution of paid social media campaigns, gaining exposure to strategy, audience targeting, and reporting.
• Assist with onsite Marketing and Communications events as needed, such as press and influencer previews and photo/video shoots. 

Qualifications:

• Enrolled in an undergraduate program concurrent with the internship period. 
• Excellent writing, copy editing, and communication skills. 
• Deep familiarity with social media platforms—especially Instagram and TikTok—and the ability to create engaging, platform-specific content. 
• Experience with short-form video content creation preferred.
• Keen awareness of internet culture and the confidence to pitch ideas and identify timely content opportunities.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to multitask. 
• Demonstrated interest in art, museums, and cultural institutions. 
• Ability to work onsite 15 hours per week (preferably Tuesdays, Wednesdays, or Thursdays) from September 11 through December 11, 2026. These hours include attendance at the Museum Pathways & Practices professional development course from 12:30–2:30 pm on the following Fridays: Sept 18, Sept 25, Oct 2, Oct 9, Oct 16, Oct 23, Oct 30, Nov 6, Nov 13, Nov 20, and Dec 4.
• Ability to attend orientation on Friday, September 11, 2026, 10 am–3:30 pm.

How to Apply 
DO NOT INCLUDE any document not specifically requested within the description (e.g., recommendations, transcripts, writing samples, etc.) DO NOT include your photo in any of your documents.

1. Combine your cover letter and resume into a single document, (Word or PDF). The cover letter must include all of the following: 
   1. the title of the internship for which you are applying (one internship per application)
   2. how the named internship fits into your academic and/or career goals
   3. why your specific skills/experience/interests qualify you for the internship.
   4. any periods when you are not available for an interview. 
   5. your contact information including e-mail and daytime phone 
2. SAVE your document file as (LASTNAME_FIRSTNAME_POSITIONTITLE_Fall2026) 
3. Upload the single document as your resume via the application portal Internships | Museum of Fine Arts, Boston ASAP before Aug 15, 2026. 
4. Candidates may apply for no more than two internships per season and must submit a separate cover letter/resume document for each position. 
5. **Direct any/all questions to: intern@mfa.org before submitting your application.