Undergraduate Intern, Marketing

Internship Title: Undergraduate Intern, Marketing

Academic Level: Undergraduate

Department: Marketing

Dates of Internship: Summer Schedule: June 1 – August 7, 2026

Position Overview

The Marketing team at the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston (MFAH), is looking for a curious, bright, and positive student to join the team for a summer experience within one of the largest art museums in the country. This team helps shape the Museum’s public image and creates brand messaging that ultimately drives attendance and revenue. This position will be part of an “always-on” marketing team that is collaborative, inventive, and detail-oriented.

Working in the rich environment of the MFAH means constantly being involved in exhibitions, events, and behind-the-scenes efforts. In order to be fully involved, some weekend and evening work would be expected. Therefore, the ideal Intern will need to be flexible on many levels.

Immersive Experience

This position is designed to immerse the student in every facet of marketing for the MFAH. Each of the 11 members of the team will share their areas of expertise in one-on-one sessions with the Intern. The team meets twice a week for round table updates and to create the overall production schedule that guides efforts.

No two weeks are the same, and at any given time, one member of the team might require more assistance than another. For the summer intern, day-to-day responsibilities could include assisting with the following:

• Creation of social media content for platforms including Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok
  • This could include covering events at the main campus, or at the two house museums, Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens, or Rienzi
  • This could include interacting with influencers who have contracted with the Museum
• Escorting photographers for shoots inside the Museum
• On-site video production
• Creation of exhibition campaign plans
  • This could include research regarding advertising vendors
  • It could include groundwork to capture advertising efforts
• Writing content for the website
• Writing content for the Museum’s branded emails
• Updating digital signage across the Museum using design software
• Working with graphic design on event materials
• Representing the team in various meetings

The Intern will be assigned to a fall or winter exhibition and will assist with developing a full campaign, including creation of a target audience, recommending a paid advertising campaign, choosing images and steering graphic design, as well as working on promotional events or social media possibilities.

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

• Strong creative force, with ability to integrate into a team of doers
• Strong writer who can finesse language with wit and style
• Strong visual thinker
• Deadline driven
• Detail oriented, with a passion for double-checking
• Tech-savvy, with ease in using various platforms and software
• High EQ skills, with the ability to collaborate with colleagues and leadership
• Passion for art is a strong plus

Education and Experience

• Current undergraduate student pursuing a degree in marketing, communications, art history, or museum studies is preferred.
• Prior related experience is a plus but not required.

Anticipated Schedule:

The internship will comprise 350 hours of work (35 hours per week for 10 weeks), running from June 1 through August 7, 2026. Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (with an hour-long lunch).

Compensation:

This is a paid internship at $15 per hour.

Application Requirements:

To apply, please submit the following materials:

• Resume or Curriculum Vitae (CV): Highlighting relevant experience, education, and skills.

• Cover Letter: Explaining your interest in the Marketing internship and how it aligns with your academic and professional goals.