Student Worker - Mayborn Museum Social Media Intern - BC

Job Title: Mayborn Museum Social Media InternJob Classification: Marketing and Communications, StudentDepartment: Mayborn MuseumHiring Manager: Molly NoahContact: Molly_Noah@Baylor.eduWork Schedule: 10hrs per week between the hours of 8am and 5pmDesired Length of Employment: Fall/OngoingPay Rate: 9.25Job Description: For the past two decades, the Mayborn Museum has been dedicated to sparking curiosity about the wonders of the natural world and the richness of human history. Each year, we welcome 200,000 visitors-curious minds and passionate science enthusiasts who continue to engage with our stories and content far beyond the museum's walls.The Mayborn Museum is seeking a creative Social Media Intern to join our Marketing team! This internship offers an exciting opportunity to gain hands-on experience in social media management and content creation for a dynamic natural history museum. You'll play an exciting role in supporting the museum's voice across our social media channels, with a focus on crafting engaging content and fostering community interactions.Duties and Responsibilities:Content Creation: Assist in the development and crafting of social media content that highlights the museum's exhibits, collections, and educational programs. This includes creating posts for Facebook, Instagram, X, and LinkedIn.Community Management: Monitor and engage with our online community. This could involve answering questions about our T. rex and other exhibits, helping visitors choose which program to attend, or replying to natural history jokes with the perfect meme.Research and Reporting: Stay on top of social media trends and conversations, and provide weekly reports on themes and trends observed online. Your insights will inform our content strategy and help us plan future content.Collaboration: Work closely with the museum's Marketing team to brainstorm and coordinate content that spark curiosity. This includes assisting with newsletters, blog posts, and other digital content.Content Scheduling: Assist the Marketing Coordinator in writing, scheduling, and publishing social media posts. You may also serve as the lead on these tasks when she is out of office.Additional Opportunities: Engage with museum staff, including scientists and educators, to create content that showcases the breadth of the museum's work. You'll have opportunities to interact with our vast collection of specimens and cultural items, making science communication accessible and exciting for our audience.Qualifications:Currently pursuing a degree in Communications, Marketing, Journalism, or a related field, with a passion for social media, storytelling, and natural history.Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.Experience with social media platforms, particularly Facebook, Instagram, X, and LinkedIn.A self-starter with a keen interest in learning and contributing to the museum's mission.Ability to work independently and manage time effectively, while being open to collaboration and feedback.Nice-to-Haves:Experience with social media scheduling and monitoring tools such as HootSuite, SproutSocial, or similar.A basic understanding of graphic design or photo/video editing.Interest in pursuing a career in social media management, marketing, or museum communications.Application Process: To apply, please submit your resume and a very brief cover letter or portfolio outlining your interest in the internship through our application portal.Employer: Baylor UniversityWork Location: Mayborn Museum