World Music Institute Internship: Social Media, Marketing & Research Intern

Overview:  This unpaid internship position is for social media savvy students who are passionate about (world) music, eager to learn more about non-profit management and event promotion, and looking to gain real-life, remote work experience with a friendly and creative organization. 

Responsibilities: Interns will work with the Marketing Director on effectively marketing the organization and its programs – incl. about-to-be-launched podcasts – to pertinent audiences. This includes social media content creation, research on community groups and organizations, and assistance writing the bi-weekly e-newsletter that goes out to 16,000 subscribers.

Requirements:

• In-depth knowledge of social media (especially Facebook, Twitter and Instagram)
• Video editing skills
• Experience in conducting online research (on demographic facts, trends and/or music-related content)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Interest in world music and dance and different cultures
• Foreign language skills a plus

Benefits:

• Hands-on work experience in the non-profit and artistic sector
• Exposure to cross-cultural and multi-cultural marketing
• Gaining experience in non-profit marketing

About WMI: Founded in 1985 as a not-for-profit, World Music Institute (WMI) has served as one of the leading presenters of world music and dance within the United States. WMI is committed to presenting the best in traditional and contemporary world music and dance to enrich lives through the arts, promote awareness and appreciation for the world’s rich cultural traditions, and foster cross-cultural dialog and exchange.

Contact:  Kate Winn – Interim Marketing Director, kate@worldmusicinstitute.org