About the role#
The Teacher Education and Curriculum Development team supports educators by providing professional development and curriculum materials. This internship focuses on coordinating social media and communication efforts for K-12 programs. You will help research, design, and implement social media strategies to reach teachers across the state.
What you'll do#
- Create and post content for Instagram and Facebook.
- Design and write monthly email newsletters for teachers.
- Research social media tools and strategies to provide recommendations for future initiatives.
- Collaborate with staff to grow engagement with the teacher audience.
- Attend meetings with your supervisor and the strategic communications team.
- Manage additional projects as assigned.
- Participate in three professional development seminars and deliver a final presentation.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment as an undergraduate or graduate student, or graduation within the last 12 months.
- Preferred fields of study include Education, History, Media Studies, Public Relations, or Marketing.
- Junior or senior standing for undergraduates.
- Experience with project planning, research, and video creation.
- Familiarity with Instagram, Facebook, and social media technology.
- Strong written communication skills and a creative approach to problem-solving.
- Ability to work independently and within a team.
- Experience in education or history is a plus.
Location & details#
- This is a paid, part-time position located in St Paul, Minnesota.
- The term runs from January 19, 2027, to May 23, 2027.
- You will work 10 hours per week.
- The role offers a mix of on-site and remote work. Preferred in-person hours are Tuesday or Wednesday between 9:00 am and 5:00 pm.
About Minnesota Historical Society
The Minnesota Historical Society is a nonprofit educational and cultural institution based in Saint Paul. Founded in 1849, the organization maintains museum exhibits, libraries, and historic sites. It employs 524 people to manage collections and publish books. The society focuses on preserving the history of Minnesota.
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