Communications and Marketing Intern
As the Communications and Marketing Intern, you will gain practical experience in arts nonprofit communications, including:
Creating marketing campaigns to promote exhibitions, events, and educational programs
Writing engaging and persuasive content for digital and print platforms
Assisting with photo editing, graphic design, and social media content creation
Documenting exhibitions and public programs for ESMoA’s digital archive
Editing video content for social media, YouTube, and the museum website
Engaging with audiences online and assisting with outreach to journalists and media outlets
Building professional connections with artists, curators, and arts professionals
Internship Details
Internship Dates: June 2 – August 8, 2026
Schedule: Full-time (40 hours per week)
Location: In person at ESMoA, Tuesday–Saturday
Responsibilities
Develop marketing and community outreach campaigns
Manage and create content for ESMoA’s social media platforms
Document exhibitions, events, and community programs
Edit short-form videos and digital media for promotional use
Assist with press outreach and communications initiatives
Support day-to-day communications and marketing operations
Additional Qualifications
Preferred candidates may have:
Bilingual ability (English/Spanish)
Strong communication and social media skills
Interest in museums, contemporary art, and community engagement
Experience with basic business software and digital media tools
A collaborative, self-motivated, and enthusiastic approach to learning
This opportunity is made possible with support from The Getty Foundation. The internships are intended for outstanding students who are members of groups underrepresented in careers related to museums and the visual arts. To learn more about program requirements, please click the link below.
Getty Marrow Program Eligibility
The Getty Foundation Getty Marrow Undergraduate Internship program aims to provide meaningful opportunities for students traditionally underrepresented in museums and the visual arts.
Applicants must:
Be currently enrolled as a full-time undergraduate student in a bachelor’s or associate’s degree program
Have completed at least one semester or two quarters of college by June 2026
Be attending a college in Los Angeles County or be a permanent resident of LA County
Be a U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or have DACA status valid through the internship period
Be able to work full-time for 10 consecutive weeks (approx. 400 hours)
Students who graduated after April 1, 2026 are also eligible.
Program Requirements
In addition to their work at ESMoA, Getty Marrow interns must:
Attend three mandatory education events, including the Arts Summit and two Learning Community gatherings
Complete supervisor-assigned projects and responsibilities
Submit an end-of-internship evaluation
Students are not eligible if they:
Previously served as a Getty Marrow intern at ESMoA
Have already received a BA, BS, or higher degree
Are enrolled in a second bachelor’s degree program
Salary: $18.47, hourly
Benefits: N/A
Education requirements: High School diploma
Deadline to apply: April 13, 2026
Documents required to apply: Resume, Cover Letter, References, Other
How to apply: Send the following materials:
Cover Letter
Resume
Website/LinkedIn
Completed Application Form (ESMoA webpage)
Email your application to bpuertas@artlab21.org with the subject line:
“Getty Marrow Communications and Marketing Internship.”