About the role#
The Minnesota Historical Society is looking for a History Education Social Media Intern to support our Teacher Education and Curriculum Development team. This role focuses on promoting educational programming, resources, and opportunities to K-12 teachers through digital channels. You will help shape our online presence by researching strategies, creating content, and analyzing engagement data.
What you'll do#
- Collaborate with staff to design and carry out a social media plan.
- Create and post content for Instagram and Facebook.
- Write and design monthly email newsletters for teachers.
- Research new social media tools and strategies to improve audience engagement.
- Attend meetings with your supervisor and the strategic communications team.
- Develop images and videos to support educational outreach.
- Manage additional projects related to K-12 programs as they arise.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment as an undergraduate or graduate student, or graduation within the last 12 months.
- A background in Education, History, Media Studies, Public Relations, Marketing, or a related field.
- Experience with Instagram, Facebook, or other social media platforms.
- Skills in project planning, research, and video creation.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Strong written communication skills and a creative approach to problem-solving.
- Experience in education or history is preferred, as is experience engaging students.
Location & details#
- This is a hybrid position based in St. Paul, Minnesota.
- The internship runs from January 19, 2027, to May 23, 2027.
- You will work 10 hours per week.
- Preferred in-person hours are Tuesdays or Wednesdays between 9:00 am and 5:00 pm.
- Interns must participate in three professional development seminars and a final presentation on May 23, 2027.
- This is a paid position.
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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