Marketing Content Intern

About the Role

Lyric Opera of Chicago is seeking two Marketing Content Interns. This is a position for college students seeking to grow their understanding of marketing, social media, content development and public relations. The intern will play a vital role during the opening of the season. This role will contribute to the planning of marketing and sales initiatives for the fall season, and the overall success of the marketing and public relations department during the upcoming season.

Responsibilities

• Research niche audience development opportunities and compile prospect lists, including colleges and other educational sources, potential partners, group sales prospects, etc
• Assist with monitoring the social media channels and activities
• Assist with curating social media content for events, stand-alone campaigns, and other projects
• Research and monitor news publications and media services
• Create engaging content for all major social media platforms and email/web distribution
• Monitor news publications and media services
• Maintain media and influencer logs, proof publications, and fulfill photo requests from media
• Maintain press contact lists, research influencers and maintain influencer lists, distribute press releases and assist in preparing and managing press events
• Perform title research, assist in list building and maintenance
• Send press invitations and manage RSVP lists for special events
• Attend meetings to learn about the inner workings of an in-house marketing and communications team
• Other possible tasks supporting marketing, communications and audience services

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in marketing, communications, media relations, journalism, or related field
• Preferably a rising senior undergraduate or graduate student, or a postgraduate student who completed their degree within the past year
• Sound judgment and communication skills, strong writing and editing skills are essential
• Strong interest in social media
• Professional, highly organized, detail-oriented, self-starter
• Advanced knowledge of Google Drive and Microsoft Office, including Excel
• Ability to work well with a team
• Excellent communication skills

Work Conditions

• Sitting for extended periods
• Ability to operate a computer and to handle other office equipment
• Ability to occasionally assist with evening or weekend functions, deployments, or performances
• Fast-paced and dynamic environment

Pay & Schedule

• Reports to: Senior Director, Public Relations, Communications and Content; Senior Director, Marketing & Audience Development
• Term: September 2026–December 2026 (potential option to continue)
• Hours: 20–29.5 hours per week (In-Office)
• Job Classification: Part-Time, Non-Exempt Intern
• Hourly Rate: $17.05 + Weekly $30 Travel Stipend
• Application deadline: Wednesday, September 9, 2026 (5:00pm CT)

Benefits

• Professional development and department workshops
• Complimentary tickets
• Other events