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Marketing & Public Relations Intern

To apply for this position, please send a cover letter, resume, and two diverse sample social media posts consisting of a graphic and accompanying text (for an exhibit or event at either the Detroit Historical Museum or Dossin Great Lakes Museum – visit detroithistorical.org for listings) to humanresource@detroithistorical.org by April 15, 2025.

Job Title: Applebaum Family Foundation Marketing and PR Intern – Temporary, Part -time
Department: Marketing
Reports to: Marketing Manager
Hourly Wage: $15.00 an hour

Start Date: June 3, 2025

End Date: July 29, 2025

History saved and preserved is the foundation for strong, vibrant communities and future generations. The Detroit Historical Society’s mission is to tell Detroit’s stories and why they matter. Founded in 1921, the Society has been bringing together diverse voices and communities around the stories of the region to find their place in the present and inspire the future for over one hundred years. Located in Detroit’s cultural district, the Society administers and develops exhibitions and programming for the Detroit Historical Museum, the Dossin Great Lakes Museum on Belle Isle, and our Collection Resource Center at Historic Fort Wayne. The team cares for over 250,000 artifacts in its collection and relies on a staff of over sixty individuals to help continue to bring Detroit’s vibrant stories to life.

Position Description
The Society seeks a Marketing Intern to participate in the Applebaum Foundation Internship Program (AIP) – Summer 2025. The Marketing Intern will work directly with DHS’ marketing team to generate content and materials and create media opportunities to support DHS’ marketing efforts around exhibitions, programs and events. This position is supported by the Applebaum Family Philanthropy. The position runs June 3, 2025 – July 29, 2025.

Preferred candidates will have a desire to work in the Museum or nonprofit sector, interest in Detroit history, and availability to work occasional nights and weekends for special events.

This opportunity is open to current undergraduate students (rising second-year through rising seniors) enrolled in Michigan colleges who will be living in southeast Michigan during the internship period.

This is a part-time internship with a commitment of 25 hours per week, with 4 additional required programming sessions for professional development training and networking opportunities. As part of the Applebaum Internship Program, the selected candidate will be provided with $15/hour for the 8-week internship.

This position is hybrid, requires 2 days a week on site, and requires in-person onboarding.

Major Responsibilities:

Generate content, deliverables, and media opportunities to support the Society’s general marketing plan as assigned.
Add Society events to online events calendars.
Prepare weekly History from Home emails (including formatting, image selection, and events calendar).
Develop and execute cross-platform social media plan to increase engagement, views, and reach of DHS posts.
Monitor DMs on all social media platforms and share with appropriate DHS staff.
Help manage DHS local influencer partnership program.
Develop plan to increase and sustain DHS created video content across social media platforms; create video content for social media platforms.
Assist with live social media content for assigned events and programs.
Participate in all Roundtable Sessions provided by the Applebaum Foundation.
Attend Detroit Historical Society all-staff meetings.

General Responsibilities

Attend Detroit Historical Society all-staff meetings.
Learn about the Detroit Historical Society history and current endeavors.
Visit the Dossin Great Lakes Museum and Collections Resource Center.
Dependability, punctuality, and respect for museum policies and procedures.

Required Qualifications for Successful Position Performance

Project management skills, ability to solve problems, complete tasks, and think creatively.
Ability to conduct historical research, analyze sources, and write clearly for various audiences.
Ability to work independently and efficiently with a strong attention to detail.
Ability to manage multiple tasks effectively and meet deadlines.
Enthusiasm for local and regional history and an interest in public engagement.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Manage a flexible remote schedule.

Preferred Qualifications:

Knowledge of Detroit’s history and cultural landscape.
Video and graphic design skills .
Experience working with Social Media Platforms: Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram, Bluesky, TikTok.
Working knowledge of Canva.
All components of Microsoft Office Suite 365.

Education and Experience

The program is open to all current undergraduate college students living in southeast Michigan during the summer who are in their sophomore year or higher in a program of study.

Please note the Hourly Wage prior to sending a resume and cover letter. Candidates must be willing to undergo a criminal background check.

Candidates must be willing to undergo a criminal background check and provide references (as needed/requested). Please note the hourly wage prior to sending a résumé and cover letter to the Human Resources Department at humanresource@detroithistorical.org
No phone calls, please.

EEO Statement  

Detroit Historical Society is committed to the principles of equal employment. We respect diversity and accordingly are an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, related medical conditions and lactation), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation , marital status, military service and veteran status, disability, genetic information, height, weight, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. The Organization is dedicated to the fulfillment of this policy in regard to all aspects of employment, including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, placement, transfer, training, promotion, rates of pay, and other compensation, termination, and all other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment.