Internship – Communications and External Relations

Communications and External Relations Student Assistant

Employer: Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)

Division: Office of the Vice Provost for International Activities

Description: The Office of the Vice Provost for International Activities (OVPIA) provides guidance and oversight of MIT’s international policies and engagements.

OVPIA is hiring a Communications and External Relations student assistant to help with the promotion of MIT’s international activities and the coordination of international delegations’ visits to campus. This role will report to the Manager for External Relations and Communications.

 

PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: COMMUNICATIONS AND EXTERNAL RELATIONS

 

Assist the Manager for External Relations and Communications with communications strategy and execution, including brainstorming content, drafting and scheduling social media posts, and managing the communications calendar.

Prepare and present monthly website and social media performance report to optimize content and performance across channels.

Assist with posting and editing content on the Global MIT website.

Design and create graphics to support digital communication efforts within MIT guidelines.

Assist with event support as needed.

Assist with international delegations as needed.

Help prepare monthly international visit report.

 

QUALIFICATIONS

Excellent customer service skills

Strong written and communication skills

Creative, innovative, entrepreneurial spirit

Self-motivated, independent thinker

Ability to work in a team environment

Highly organized

Writing and international experience a plus

Experience using WordPress, Canva, Adobe Premier Pro, and/or Photoshop a plus

30+ Hours Per Week; from January to June, 2027.

 

HOW TO APPLY

Please send your resume and cover letter to adraag@mit.edu before November 10, 2026.