Intern, Publications (Summer 2026)
About The Position
The Publications Intern will support the Communications & Marketing team by writing, editing, and proofing copy for Wolf Trap’s print and online platforms. Through strategic and creative storytelling, this intern will help support Wolf Trap’s institutional and marketing goals, and enhance the Wolf Trap experience for thousands of concert-goers! Assist with collecting, editing, and proofreading artist biography information for print and digital program books and publications Research, write, and edit feature content pieces for program books, Wolf Trap’s blog, Wolf Trap Opera Insider Guide, and other public communications Assist with building out digital program book pages on the Center Lines Online site Provide support for the program book and publication review processes Contribute to brainstorming content ideas that tell the Wolf Trap story to diverse audiences
Requirements
- A strong, creative writer with an interest in the performing arts
- Copyediting skills and a sharp attention to detail
- Excellent skills in research and organization
- Familiarity with AP Style is preferred
- Communication, public relations, and journalism majors are preferred, however, great writing samples will make you stand out no matter what your focus.
- Undergraduate students (must have completed at least 1 year of undergraduate study)
- Graduate students
- Recent graduates (up to 2 years out of school)
- Career-changers currently enrolled in a degree program
- International students (J-1 or F-1 Visa required)
- Must be physically located in and have a local address in Virginia, Maryland, or the District of Columbia for the duration of their employment
- Must be able to remain in a stationary position 75 percent of the time
- Constantly operates a computer and other office equipment (i.e. calculator, copier, printer, etc.)
- Occasionally required to walk, stoop, bend and reach with arms
- Lift/move up to 10 pounds infrequently
Responsibilities
- Assist with collecting, editing, and proofreading artist biography information for print and digital program books and publications
- Research, write, and edit feature content pieces for program books, Wolf Trap’s blog, Wolf Trap Opera Insider Guide, and other public communications
- Assist with building out digital program book pages on the Center Lines Online site
- Provide support for the program book and publication review processes
- Contribute to brainstorming content ideas that tell the Wolf Trap story to diverse audiences
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
51-100 employees
