Digital Media Internship
Digital Media Internship
The Erie Canal Museum is looking for an innovative and motivated individual to assist with the production, preservation, and publication of digital media produced by the Erie Canal Museum in a variety of mediums. This internship could be adapted to be virtual. Showcasing the only remaining weighlock building in the United States, the Erie Canal Museum collects and preserves Canal material, and provides engaging educational experiences that champion an appreciation and understanding of the Erie Canal’s transforming effects on the past, present and future.
Please send an intern application, cover letter, and resume to Derrick Pratt, Interim Curator at educator@eriecanalmuseum.org.
During the internship you will work on the following initiatives:
- Produce video content for the Erie Canal Museum
- Record and preserve oral histories captured during the Museum’s “Erie Eats” project
- Manage the Erie Canal Museum YouTube channel
- In consultation with the Educator, maintain the Museum’s website, and
- Research and identify opportunities to increase awareness of the Museum and its digital offerings.
Requirements:
- Student enrolled in Museum Studies, Marketing, or Video Production program or other related program
- Completed courses in marketing, outreach, development or related internships
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Available 10-20 hours per week
Check with your Internship Coordinator BEFORE accepting to determine how you might do this internship for credit
You will enjoy this internship if you:
- Have an interest in marketing, communications, history, or development
- Are flexible and adapt to change
- Are self-directed
- Have a willingness to learn
Availability & Salary:
Available: 10-20 hours per week during Monday – Saturday 9AM – 5PM
Salary: Unpaid; academic credit available