Intern, Editorial Content (Spring 2027)

Paycom - ATS; Vienna (VA); On-site; USD 16,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Wolf Trap Foundation for the Performing Arts in Vienna, VA is seeking a talented writer for a 12-week, part-time internship (up to 21 hours/week). You will assist with collecting, editing, and proofreading artist biographies for print and digital program books and publications.

You will research, write, and edit content for program books, Wolf Trap News & Stories, and other public communications; craft copy to promote shows; help build digital program pages; and support review processes.

Qualifications

• A strong, creative writer with an interest in the performing arts.
• Exceptional copyediting skills and a sharp attention to detail.
• Excellent research and organizational abilities.
• Familiarity with AP Style.
• Journalism, public relations, and communication majors are preferred; however, great writing samples will make you stand out regardless of focus.

Responsibilities

• Assist with collecting, editing, and proofreading artist biographies for print and digital program books and publications.
• Research, write, and edit content pieces for program books, Wolf Trap’s News & Stories site, Wolf Trap Opera’s Insider Guide, and other public communications.
• Craft compelling performance copy to promote select shows.
• Assist with building digital program book pages on Wolf Trap's website.
• Provide support for the program book and publication review processes.
• Brainstorm and contribute new content ideas that share Wolf Trap’s story with diverse audiences.

Skills

Creative writing

Copyediting

Research

AP Style

Public relations writing

Education

Journalism/PR/Communications degree

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Wolf Trap HeadQuarters - Vienna, VA, Position Type: Intern/Apprentice, Salary Range: Undisclosed

EXPECTED DURATION

12 weeks (part-time; up to 21 hours/week)

PAY RATE

$13.75/hour

LOCATION

We’re pleased to consider applicants who will be physically located in and who will have a local address in Virginia, Maryland, or the District of Columbia for the duration of their employment. The Foundation does not offer fully remote work for any positions. Applicants who reside in any other state would be required to be physically located in and provide a local address in Virginia, Maryland, or the District of Columbia prior to starting work for Wolf Trap Foundation. If applicant cannot be onsite on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, an onsite schedule should be discussed if contacted for an interview.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

• Assist with collecting, editing, and proofreading artist biographies for print and digital program books and publications.
• Research, write, and edit content pieces for program books, Wolf Trap’s News & Stories site, Wolf Trap Opera’s Insider Guide, and other public communications.
• Craft compelling performance copy to promote select shows.
• Assist with building digital program book pages on Wolf Trap's website.
• Provide support for the program book and publication review processes.
• Brainstorm and contribute new content ideas that share Wolf Trap’s story with diverse audiences.

REQUIREMENTS

• A strong, creative writer with an interest in the performing arts
• Exceptional copyediting skills and a sharp attention to detail
• Excellent research and organizational abilities
• Familiarity with AP Style
• Journalism, public relations, and communication majors are preferred; however, great writing samples will make you stand out no matter your focus.

PROGRAM ELIGIBILITY

• Undergraduate students (must have completed at least 1 year of undergraduate study)
• Graduate students
• Recent graduates (up to 2 years out of school)
• Career-changers currently enrolled in a degree program
• International students (J-1 or F-1 Visa required)
• Must be physically located in and have a local address in Virginia, Maryland, or the District of Columbia for the duration of their employment

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 75 percent of the time
• Constantly operates a computer and other office equipment (i.e. calculator, copier, printer, etc.)
• Occasionally required to walk, stoop, bend and reach with arms
• Lift/move up to 10 pounds infrequently

Wolf Trap Foundation for the Performing Arts is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment that embraces and encourages different perspectives. We work to reflect and be representative of the communities in which we serve and in which we reside. Qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans who need assistance or an accommodation in our job application processes should contact [e-mail]. An offer of employment is contingent on successfully passing a background check.