Marketing Content Intern

REPORTS TO: Senior Director, Public Relations, Communications and Content

Senior Director, Marketing & Audience Development

TERM: March 2026-August 2026 (option to continue)

HOURS: 20-29.5 hours per week (In-Office)

Through artistic excellence coupled with innovative, relevant programming; initiatives to connect with and grow new audiences; engagement with communities to ignite creativity across Chicago; and a modernized Opera House that is the setting for truly great experiences, Lyric is leading the advancement of opera. This collaborative vision will deliver ever more exciting, thought-provoking, and inclusive audience and community experiences – while increasing the gravitational pull of our art form, company, and city.

The Marketing Content Intern 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 strategic summer planning months and through the opening 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.

DUTIES AND 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.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

• Pursuing a degree in marketing, communications, media relations, journalism, or related field.
• Sound judgment and communication skills, strong writing and editing skills are essential.
• 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.

COMPENSATION:

Job Classification: Part-Time, Non-Exempt Intern

Hourly Rate: $16.60

Application deadline: February 23, 2026 (5:00pm CT)

Lyric Opera of Chicago offers intern benefits including professional development and department workshops, complimentary tickets, and other events.

Lyric Opera of Chicago is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, parental status, socio-economic status, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. We strongly encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply.