Digital Engagement Intern

THE NATIONAL MUSEUM OF WOMEN IN THE ARTS • Washington, DC

4d • $18 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Digital Engagement Intern will work with NMWA’s Digital Engagement Department staff to support digital initiatives with a focus on outreach and social media. The intern will learn skills utilizing online platforms, how to incorporate digital accessibility on social media, image rights protocols, and content creation/writing. This internship is appropriate for individuals seeking to gain experience in digital content and engaging museum audiences online. This position is part time, 20 hours per week, up to 240 hours total, with a hybrid work schedule. This position reports to the Digital Outreach and Social Media Specialist. The summer internship term runs from June through August 2026 with flexible start and end dates.

Requirements

• Applicants must reside in the District of Columbia, Maryland, or Virgina and must be legally eligible to work in the U.S. without visa sponsorship by NMWA.
• Applicants must have completed their sophomore year of undergraduate study (or higher) or two-years’ worth of work experience after high school.
• Strong organizational and computer skills
• Familiarity with major social media platforms: Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and Twitter
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Pursuing or have pursued an undergraduate or graduate degree in art history, art education, museum education, museum studies, studio art, or related field

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Microsoft Office, Canva, and/or video a plus

Responsibilities

• Assist Digital Engagement staff to draft social media content including drafting text and selecting images.
• Write alt text and image descriptions to support ongoing accessibility efforts.
• Provide support for the museum’s ongoing #5WomenArtists campaign, including content creation, research, and participant outreach.
• Use online platforms like Canva to create graphics for social media.
• Research current best practices for museum social media.
• Research organizations for possible collaborations.
• Help secure image rights for collection works.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed