Social Media Intern

Position: Social Media Intern

Department:  Communications

Program Overview: The Lincoln Center Internship Program is a paid, in-person arts administration internship designed for NYC-based undergraduate and graduate students seeking meaningful, real-world experience in the cultural sector.

This program cultivates the next generation of leaders by offering hands-on work opportunities and access to professionals across the arts and culture field.

As part of this program, the Social Media Intern will join the Communications Department, supporting digital content creation and community engagement efforts that help amplify Lincoln Center’s programming and mission across platforms.

Interns gain access to: 

• Meaningful in-person work experience in the arts and culture sector
• Professional development workshops focused on career readiness
• A vibrant community of peers and program alumni
• A Conversation Series featuring leaders across Lincoln Center  
• Access to special events that reflect Lincoln Center’s mission as the world’s leading performing arts center

What you’ll get to do:

• Draft social media posts to promote Lincoln Center Presents events
• Support editing of social graphics and video content
• Assist during video content shoots
• Respond to messages and comments in social inboxes to foster community engagement
• Help create and post Instagram Stories
• Participate in brainstorms for social content planning 
• Research trends and ideas to inform future campaigns and content
• Support social influencer campaigns by assisting with research and outreach

You'll be a great fit if you are: 

• A college student or graduate student with an interest in communications, social media, graphic design and content creation, or marketing
• Based in New York City or the Greater NYC area
• Available to work 20 hours per week from February – May 2027
• Availability to work occasional evenings or weekends to support live event coverage
• Familiar with major social media platforms (Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, X, etc.)
• Experience with video editing for social media (using tools like Adobe Premiere, Final Cut Pro, CapCut, Reels, TikTok etc.)
• Experience with graphic design software (e.g. Photoshop, illustrator, InDesign, Canva)
• Able to write social copy with minimal grammatical or spelling errors
• Comfortable with collaboration and proactive communication
• A self-starter who also thrives in team environments

What to include in your application: 

• Resume & Cover Letter
• Samples of previous work/social media content as relevant. Can include but is not limited to videos, graphics, social media posts, etc. (OPTIONAL)

**Please include your Resume and Cover Letter in your application for consideration.**

What is Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts? 

Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts, Inc. (LCPA) is a cultural and civic cornerstone of New York City.  We believe the arts play an important role in our lives: they nourish our hearts and minds, teach us valuable lessons and critical skills, and help us create community. We are resolved not to lose sight of what connects us, and we hope you will consider joining our talented, diverse team.   

We are:  

1. The manager of the 16-acre Lincoln Center campus 

-We are one of eleven amazing resident arts organizations   

2. A leading Arts Presenter.   

-We curate numerous programs and performances, showcasing music, dance, and more

3. An Education Hub.   

-We have reached 20 million students, educators, principals, and community members   

Who are our people?  

LCPA is a team of dreamers, collaborators, and entrepreneurs who use unique platforms in the heart of New York City and beyond to advocate for the transformative impact of artistic experiences.   

Lincoln Center People imagine and create in concert with this mission by founding President John D. Rockefeller III - "The arts are not for the privileged few, but for the many. Their place is not on the periphery of daily life, but at its center."   

We welcome applicants from all sectors who agilely solve problems, show up as they are, and can't stop innovating.  

What’s the news? 

Recent and Upcoming Programming

• Lincoln Center Reveals 25/26 Season Featuring Jeanine Tesori as Visionary Artist
• Kyle Abraham's 20 Years of Urgency at Lincoln Center Rose Theatre

Campus Happenings

• Lincoln Center Gets $50 Million Gift to Promote Contemporary Dance
• The new JFK terminal will show iconic artworks from MoMA, the Met and Lincoln Center

 Legacies of San Juan Hill

• WNYC: Lincoln Center Celebrates 'Legacies of San Juan Hill
• Lincoln Center Launches San Juan Hill Project Digital Hub To Remember the Lost Urban Neighborhood

Who is our President and CEO?  

Dr. Mariko Silver

Join us! 

It is the policy of Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts, Inc., to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, marital or civil partnership/union status, familial or caregiver status, alienage or citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, military or veteran status, genetic information, predisposition, or carrier status, unemployment status, domestic violence, sexual violence, or stalking victim status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. LCPA is committed to creating a dynamic work environment that values diversity and inclusion, respect and integrity, customer focus, and innovation.

If you require reasonable accommodation in locating open positions, completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to Abigail Worsnip at (212) 875–5324.