Smithsonian Social Media Intern
The Smithsonian Associates (TSA) —
Washington, DC
ABOUT TSA
The Smithsonian Associates advances the Institutions mission to increase and diffuse knowledge through life enriching educational and cultural experiences inspired by the Smithsonians research and collections for DC-region students, families, and adults, and for learning communities nationwide.
INTERN DUTIES
Create new content and research relevant content to publish to The Smithsonian Associates Blog, Facebook, and Twitter accounts
Update account profile information and customize profile design
Monitor and respond to comments; engage fans and followers in conversation
Research and implement new creative strategies for expanding social media reach
Attend TSA events to develop content for blog and other social media platforms
Assist with monitoring and reporting on the success of social media initiatives
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES
Create and customize profiles and pages on new and existing social media platforms
Gain experience in communicating to a large audience and representing the Smithsonian brand
Network with interns in TSA and across the Smithsonian
SEASONS
Spring (Jan May), Summer (Jun Aug) & Fall (Sept - Dec)
TIME COMMITMENT
20 hours/week minimum; 1 full semester
SCHEDULE
Mon - Fri, timing flexible
SUPERVISORS
Public Affairs Specialist and Donor Events Coordinator
COMPENSATION
All TSA Internships are unpaid and housing is not provided. College credit may be granted, but must be coordinated in advance with the intern's university/college.
LOCATION
S. Dillon Ripley Center, Smithsonian Institution, Washington, D.C.
TO APPLY
Complete the online application at http://intern.si.edu/. Click on the link for the Smithsonian Online Academic Appointment System (SOLAA). Questions can be directed to the Intern Coordinator at TSAInternships@si.edu or 202.633.8641.
APPLICATION DEADLINE
Spring - October 1
Summer - February 1
Fall - July 1
If you have any questions, please contact:
Ms. Meg Smolinski
Intern Coordinator
1100 Jefferson Drive SW - Suite 3077
PO Box 23293
Washington DC 20026-3293
TSAInternships@si.edu
Phone: 202-633-8641
Fax: 202-633-8909
For more information about internships with The Smithsonian Associates go to: http://residentassociates.org/ticketing/internships/start.aspx