Marketing & Communications Assistant Intern,Position Open

SACC Chicago (Swedish American Chamber of Commerce Chicago); Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

The American Swedish Historical Museum in Philadelphia seeks a Marketing & Communications Assistant Trainee to support social media, emails, and the design of marketing materials for events and advertising.

You will collaborate with staff across departments and gain hands-on experience in the museum field, learning the inner workings of public relations and communications.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in marketing, PR, communications, museum studies, or similar field.
• Experience with digital/social media marketing and electronic communications.
• Superior written and verbal communication in English.

Responsibilities

• Assist with social media management and email communications.
• Create designed marketing materials for events and advertising.
• Coordinate with staff on cross-departmental projects and meet supervisor expectations.

Skills

Social media marketing

Electronic communications

Written and verbal English

Education

Bachelor’s degree in marketing/PR/communications/museum studies

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Canva

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Marketing & Communications Assistant Intern,

Position Open

Full Time | Philadelphia | Posted: 08/26/2026

About The Host Company

Founded in 1926, the American Swedish Historical Museum in South Philadelphia is the oldest Swedish museum in the United States. The American Swedish Historical Museum welcomes everyone to explore cultural identity through stories of Swedes and all Scandinavians and to connect with a vibrant community dedicated to preserving and interpreting culture through celebrations, exhibitions, and opportunities to learn, experience, and grow. The American Swedish Historical Museum is an equal opportunity employer. ASHM affirms its commitment and pledges its full support to equal employment opportunity for all persons without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, veteran status, or disability.

Job Description

The American Swedish Historical Museum is accepting applications for a Marketing & Communications Assistant trainee. This team member will assist the Museum’s communications through social media, emails, and create designed marketing material for events and advertising. In this position, the assistant will experience the inner workings of the museum field through interactions with various staff and cross-departmental projects. This position reports to the Education & Public Relations Manager.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and update ASHM Social Media Calendar


• Create social media copy and post on ASHM platforms


• Develop new social media campaigns


• Write and distribute weekly news email communications


• Design printed materials for ASHM events and advertising


• Maintain and update ASHM press clipping records


• Post ASHM events on online listing sites


• Attend staff meetings and meetings as needed with supervisor


• Assist with ASHM special events and on specific event committees and photograph all events


• Other duties as assigned

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in marketing, PR, communications, museum studies, or similar field.


• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, Canva, and Adobe Creative Suite.


• Experience with digital/social media marketing and electronic communications.


• Photography/videography skills are a plus.


• Superior written and verbal communication in English.

Job Information

Client Name

The American Swedish Historical Museum

Host Company Homepage

www.americanswedish.org

Duration of training period

12 - 18 months

Start Date

October/November 2026

Compensation

$18/hour

Location

Philadelphia, PA, USA

Contact Person

Maud Stache

Contact E-mail

[e-mail]