Communications and Marketing Internship at Maria Mitchell Association

The Nantucket Maria Mitchell Association (MMA) is offering summer internship(s) in Communications and Marketing. The intern(s) selected for this position will be exposed to many areas of this dynamic non-profit organization and will participate in our busy summer programs and events with the MMA Administrative team. The Maria Mitchell Association is an exciting place to work, drawing students, interns, and employees from many disciplines and from all across the country.

The Communications and Marketing intern(s), work alongside the Marketing and Design Director, the Director of Development and Events, and the administrative team., and are responsible for all facets of the strategic marketing and hands-on communications efforts at the Maria Mitchell Association. Responsibilities include support of the promotion of programs and events, branded content, press releases, weekly and monthly e-newsletters, photography support, posters, website design, and other online and print promotion. This is a fantastic, immersive experience for students and recent graduates interested in non-profit marketing and communications who are seeking to build professional expertise in both strategic and hands-on marketing and communications, and are considering a career in marketing, public relations, and/or development.  Interns will gain hands-on experience in digital marketing, content creation, visual communications, and basic design.

Marketing and Communications Interns are expected to help with other aspects of a small non-profit organization, such as with special events, general administration, answering requests for information from the public, assisting visitors to our campus, and helping with other facets of a organizations day-to-day operations, such as working in other departments.  This internship includes nights and weekends, with no two consecutive days off guaranteed.

Nantucket Island is a resort community that swells to over 60,000 people in the summer. There are fifty miles of beaches and over half the land area is conservation land. The mission of the MMA is to inspire people to experience Nantucket’s sky, land, and sea. Programs and facilities focus on environmental education, ecological research, astronomy, and historic preservation.

Key Requirements and Qualifications

• A strong interest in marketing and communications within a non-profit setting
• Experience with many forms of social media and e-marketing
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Microsoft Outlook, and Excel required. Knowledge of or proficiency in Canva and Flodesk, and other graphic design platforms such as InDesign, Illustrator, and LucidPress are a plus 
• Ability to lift 50 lbs
• Experience with digital photography
• An independent worker who can take initiative
• At least two years of college, or relevant work experience
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to multi-task and work in a busy environment
• Willingness and ability to work cooperatively in a team setting, adapt to change, and take supervisory direction
• Evening and weekend hours will be necessary when supporting various special events and other programming
• General Schedule is 10:00am-5:00pm
• Have a valid and current driver's license with a clean driving record
• Able to pass a safe driving test to be qualified to drive company vehicles to outbound field trips

Responsibilities and Tasks

• Assist with updating, distributing and placement of advertising, collateral materials, bulletin boards, press releases, website, social media, and other marketing communication tools
• Photograph a variety of programs including, Discovery Camps, special events, and other programs as needed
• Prepare email and written communications about MMA’s events and programs
• Assist with design of marketing materials, including advertisements and social media
• Liaise with third party consultants on the development of original social media content and management of social and editorial calendars (if needed)
• Assist with event planning and implementation of activities surrounding annual special events/fundraisers
• Assist as needed with other departments at the MMA
• Draft and design event collateral such as sponsor, auction, and fundraising posters/signs
• Take part in MMA service projects of 1-2 hours per week
• Assist with observatory open nights at front desk

Compensation and Duration

• This is a paid internship at $16 per hour. 

• The MMA has dormitory-style housing available for interns to rent for $30 per week to cover cleaning costs. Housing is located within walking distance to the town center and is a short bike ride to beautiful beaches, hiking trails, museums, and other great locations. If you live on campus, you will be expected to attend and participate in all dorm cleaning days as part of your housing agreement. Please note that the dorm rooms are shared. Interns are not required to live in MMA provided housing, however, as Nantucket’s housing availability is notoriously limited and often expensive, we require our interns to provide proof of alternative housing before their internship begins.

This internship runs from May 31, 2027, to approximately August 27, 20276. The start and end dates may be flexible.

Marketing and Communications Internship applications are due March 1, 2027, at 11pm EST.

Completed applications consist of a resume, cover letter, 3 references and 2 letters of recommendation from these references, official or unofficial transcripts and the Internship application.  A portfolio of design work is appreciated if available.