Job description: Volunteer position

Intern would assist Museum staff in day-to-day public relations, communications, development and outreach efforts of the Children’s Museum in Easton. As a growing regional institution (40,000 visitors per year) the Museum offers year round programs, classes and special events and uses a multi-media approach to market and publicize our offerings. Student intern will be working closely with Museum’s Executive Director, Operations Manager, Director of Development and administrative staff.

Duties

• Develop, edit and provide content for monthly e-newsletter delivered to 2,000 households.
• Write and deliver public relations announcements regarding Museum events and community outreach.
• Research, develop and maintain professional relationships with local and regional print, TV and radio outlets.
• Assist with Museum website updates and content.
• Assist the Director of Development with the identification, research and management of potential individual, corporate and foundation funding sources.
• Research and develop sponsorship/volunteer opportunities for local businesses families and individuals.
• Help coordinate and run the Museums Annual Campaign (fall)
• Provide input for marketing and public relations efforts for all special events.
• Track and analyze number of visits to Museum website with goal to provide input on how to increase visibility of Museum website. (Proper use of key words and facilitating reciprocal links.)
• Assist staff in producing and delivering all Museum marketing collateral and publications.

Position requirements

• Above average communication skills.
• Skilled at Internet navigation and research.
• Able to work in a fun environment with parents, children and Museum staff

Contact information

Steven Hill

Operations Manager

The Children’s Museum in Easton

508-230-3789

e-mail stevenh@childrensmuseumineaston.org