Spring 2027 Public Relations Intern Job at Collections That Care in Nashville

Summary
The Public Relations internship’s goal is to engage the intern in public and media relations experiences in a museum environment. The Public Relations intern will work with the team handling all facets of public and media relations for the Museum, Historic RCA Studio B, and Hatch Show Print. The intern will receive hands‑on training from the Public Relations team on a wide range of projects to help expand their communication and relationship building skills and prepare them to manage high‑profile tasks and professional challenges. The intern will also assist in the building of and outreach to media contacts regarding various museum‑related programs and exhibitions and compile those clips for internal reporting and sharing.

Specific Internship Duties:

Update and manage press contact databases

Assist in drafting listing releases and other public relations content and materials, including compiling Museum events weekly to share with local listing editors

Aid in coordinating/facilitating media coverage at numerous Museum events, including exhibit openings

Compile clip metrics and create weekly department reports highlighting press hits

Organize department drives and filesManage inter‑departmental sharing of media

Assist with photo and film crews on‑site

Monitor news to assist team with finding relevant media contacts and timely story ideas

Key Details
Compensation:

$15/hour (undergraduate); $18/hour (graduate)

Duration:

January 13 – April 9, 2027

Schedule:

PT (25 hours/week max.)

Deadline: November 2, 2026

Eligibility
Minimum Requirements:

Currently enrolled, credit‑seeking, and/or degree‑seeking undergraduate or graduate student studying public relations, communications, or a related field

Preferred Requirements:

Working knowledge of Microsoft Office package, including Word and Excel

Strong organizational and writing skills

Excellent interpersonal skills and communication skills

Conditions of Internship:

Some evening and/or weekend events possible if available

About
The Country Music Hall of Fame® and Museum collects, preserves, and interprets the evolving history and traditions of country music. Through exhibits, publications, and educational programs, the Museum teaches its wide range of audiences about the enduring beauty and cultural importance of country music.

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