About the role#
The Marketing & Communications department manages the museum's internal and external communications, including exhibitions, programs, and events. This internship offers practical experience in museum operations through direct collaboration with the Chief Communications Officer and the Director of Marketing. The position runs from January 25, 2027, to May 7, 2027.
What you'll do#
- Assist with daily marketing and communications operations.
- Research and create digital content for social media, blogs, and the website.
- Develop creative promotions and research potential press contacts for exhibitions.
- Compile press kits and archive press clips.
- Organize and maintain mailing lists.
- Share information about upcoming events with the community.
- Conduct online research and complete data entry tasks.
What you'll need#
- Current junior or senior undergraduate student, graduate student, or recent graduate.
- Strong interest in the marketing and communications field.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills with high attention to detail.
- Strong organizational, time management, and multi-tasking skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word and experience with Excel.
- Familiarity with social media platforms and web navigation.
- Experience with Canva or Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, Premiere) is a plus.
Location & details#
- Location: Washington, DC.
- Modality: On-site.
- Term: Winter 2027.
- Compensation: Paid internship position.
About The Phillips Collection
The Phillips Collection is a museum of modern and contemporary art located in the Dupont Circle neighborhood of Washington, DC. Founded in 1921 as the first museum of modern art in the United States, it operates as a private nonprofit institution. The museum houses a permanent collection of impressionist and modern works alongside contemporary pieces. It maintains a staff of nearly 200 employees and manages educational outreach programs for students and teachers.
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