Marketing Audience Development Intern

About the position

The Lincoln Center Internship Program is a paid, in-person arts administration internship designed for NYC-based undergraduate and graduate students seeking meaningful, real-world experience in the cultural sector. This program cultivates the next generation of leaders by offering hands-on work opportunities and access to professionals across the arts and culture field. As part of this program, the Audience Development Intern will support efforts that engage new and diverse communities-particularly Spanish-speaking communities-with Lincoln Center's programming and mission. This position combines general audience development support with a focus on bilingual outreach and community engagement.

Responsibilities

• Support the Audience Development team in building and maintaining community partnerships across NYC
• Research and identify new audience segments and community-based organizations
• Develop and implement outreach strategies to engage underrepresented and Spanish-speaking communities
• Build connections with Latino/Hispanic cultural organizations, media outlets, and community leaders
• Assist with translation and localization of marketing materials and campaigns
• Help coordinate bilingual and community events, cultural celebrations, and grassroots marketing efforts
• Contribute to audience research, data collection, and demographic analysis
• Support digital engagement, including social media outreach tailored to diverse audiences
• Participate in stakeholder meetings and strategy sessions with internal teams and community partners

Requirements

• A rising college junior or senior, graduate student, or recent graduate with a background in the arts, marketing, communications, or a related field
• Based in New York City or the Greater NYC area
• Available to work 20 hours per week from September-December 2025
• Fluent in both Spanish and English (written and verbal)
• Passionate about engaging new and different audiences through the arts
• Curious and eager to learn about arts marketing and audience development
• Organized and skilled in time management and meeting deadlines
• An excellent communicator, both written and verbal, with strong attention to detail
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Familiar with Monday.com and data analysis/reporting is a plus but not required
• A self-starter who thrives in collaborative environments and is excited to contribute creative ideas

Benefits

• Meaningful in-person work experience in the arts and culture sector
• Professional development workshops focused on career readiness
• A vibrant community of peers and program alumni
• A Conversation Series featuring leaders across Lincoln Center
• Access to special events that reflect Lincoln Center's mission as the world's leading performing arts center