Summer 2026 Editorial Intern (Paid)

Country Music Foundation•Nashville, TN

About The Position

Located in the heart of downtown Nashville, the Country Music Hall of Fame® and Museum documents and interprets the history of country music—a musical genre and culture central to the identity of the city, the state, and the nation. Accredited by the American Alliance of Museums, the Museum proudly combines subject expertise, ambitious research, and preservation of an unparalleled collection with expressions of creativity in music, art, and history. The Museum collects artifacts that illustrate the evolving history and traditions of country music and provides diverse learning opportunities through educational programs, publications, and exhibitions. The core exhibit follows the story of country music from its folk beginnings through its evolution as a commercial art form. Rotating exhibits examine a broad range of topics, from country classics to contemporary and emerging artists in American Currents . The Museum owns Hatch Show Print, a letterpress print shop opened in 1879, and it operates Historic RCA Studio B, where Elvis Presley and many others recorded. The Country Music Hall of Fame® and Museum offers paid internships to full-time college students (undergraduate and graduate) that advance the educational goals of the intern and help to promote the Museum’s mission. The Museum’s internship program offers work-based learning opportunities that introduce college students to museum-related careers and other professions found in large cultural organizations. Internships are designed for a maximum commitment of 25 hours per week for 12 weeks with consideration given to individual university requirements. Additional adjustments to the 12-week, 25-hour schedule will be at the discretion of the internship supervisor. Educational programs which operate on a quarterly basis may be accommodated. Motivated students who are seeking hands-on experiences in a team-oriented environment will find excellent opportunities at the Museum. Housed within the Museum Services department, the Museum’s editorial team is responsible for ensuring factual storytelling and consistent style throughout the Museum and on its internal and public platforms. Among the department’s key responsibilities are writing and curating Museum exhibitions, in collaboration with other Museum Services staff; planning and hosting Museum programs, in collaboration with public programming staff; and collaborating with the Museum’s Creative, Education, Marketing, and Public Relations departments.

Requirements

Currently enrolled, credit-seeking, and/or degree-seeking undergraduate or graduate student pursuing a degree in journalism, English, history, or a related field
Must upload and submit one or two writing samples with the application

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of and an interest in music, particularly country music
Strong writing, organizational, and communication skills, and an ability to work independently

Responsibilities

Assist editorial team members with research for exhibits and programs
Help write program and exhibit materials, including program descriptions, photo captions, and artifact labels
Assist with the writing and editing of social media posts, website event copy, and internal staff communications
Proofread books and other publications in production
Attend pertinent meetings that fall within the intern’s schedule
Develop a comprehensive understanding of the Museum and its mission

Benefits

The hourly rate for this position is $15/hr. for students pursuing a bachelor's degree and $18/hr. for students pursuing a master's degree or higher
Free 24/7 downtown parking or WeGo bus pass
Complimentary admission to the Museum for yourself
Two complimentary Museum admission passes for friends and family use
Free guided tour of Hatch Show Print, Historic RCA Studio B, and the Museum’s galleries
Discounts at Museum stores and restaurants
Free or discounted entry to local venues, including the National Museum of African American Music, the Grand Ole Opry, the Ryman Auditorium, and more
Fun, friendly, and supportive learning environment

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