Communications Internship

Employer Madison Public Library Foundation
Location Madison, WI
Type Internship
Contact information kkaufman@mplfoundation.org
Apply by March 27, 2026
Posted on February 5, 2026

Description

Madison Public Library Foundation seeks an outgoing and creative Communications Intern to join our energetic, talented, high-achieving staff and volunteer team. The Communications Intern works closely with the Communications Manager to maintain digital media and support campaigns. This internship provides the opportunity to gain valuable communications experience applicable in a variety of future career settings. (Our office is located at Madison’s Central Library near Capitol Square, with reliable access to many bus routes.)

Duties Include:
● Social media community management, drafting and posting social media content, and logging paid and earned media clippings
● Creating short videos and reels for social media
● Interviewing library patrons for special features in foundation communications
● Compiling website and social media analytics
● Assisting with organizational marketing and coordinating marketing efforts with the library
● Analyzing past press for journalist preferences and angles to support future pitching
● Completing other tasks as assigned, some in support of the new Reindahl Library (opening Fall 2026)

How to apply:
On or before March 27, 2026, send a cover letter and resume as one document in PDF format to Katy Kaufman, Foundation Manager, at kkaufman@mplfoundation.org. Please include your first and last name as part of the document name. Please also write “Communications Intern Application” in the subject line of the email.