Sulphur Springs Museum - Social Media Intern
Employer
University of South Florida (USF) - Mellon Humanities Internship Program
Mellon Humanities Internship Program
Title: Sulphur Springs Museum - Social Media Intern
Internship Site: 1101 E River Cove St, Tampa, FL 33604
Field: Marketing
Total Internship Hours: 50
Location: Remote – Tampa, FL
MHI Compensation: This position is eligible for the MHI $1000 Scholarship. Students who receive an offer for this position will be required to enroll in the Mellon Humanities Internship course to receive the $1000 scholarship disbursement. As referenced in the Student Interest Form that you filled out to sign up for participation in MHI, this scholarship can impact, or be impacted by, other financial aid you receive.
If an internship requires out of pocket costs, students may apply for reimbursement for expenses including background checks, qualifying travel, or equipment. All applications will be reviewed and processed for eligibility. Please contact your departments internship coordinator for more details.
The $1000 scholarship offered for this position is intended to provide financial assistance for the pursuit of your education; it is not compensation for the performance of any services and does not create an employment relationship between the you and the Site.
This position is an experiential learning opportunity and receipt of the scholarship is tied to an academic course (IDS 3947). If you do not complete your registration for the course in a timely manner, your internship offer may be withdrawn, and your department’s Internship Coordinator may notify the host organization that the position has reopened.
Job Description:
The Social Media Intern will help expand Sulphur Springs Museum’s online presence, engage our community, and promote museum programs, events, and exhibits across digital platforms. This internship offers hands-on experience in nonprofit communications, digital storytelling, and community engagement within a museum setting.
Key Responsibilities
- Create and schedule engaging posts for the museum’s social media accounts (Facebook, Instagram, and others).
- Develop content calendars to promote exhibitions, programs, and events.
- Capture and edit photos and short videos for use on social platforms.
- Monitor engagement, respond to comments/messages, and track analytics.
- Research social media trends and propose creative ideas for audience growth.
- Support marketing campaigns and community outreach efforts.
- Assist with website and e-newsletter updates (as needed; Wix, MailChimp).
Qualifications
- Strong written communication skills and creativity.
- Familiarity with social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, etc.).
- Basic graphic design or audio and video editing skills a plus (Canva, Photoshop, Audcaity, etc.).
- Interest in history, culture, or community engagement.