Media and Communications Intern

Role Summary

The Media and Communications Intern will support the development and execution of social media and external communications efforts at Science Gallery Bengaluru (SGB).

The Media and Communications team works across social media, press and media relations, external communications, and partnerships. The intern will work closely with the team on campaign development, content creation, video production, documentation, press outreach and partnerships. The role offers an opportunity to understand how communications are developed and executed at the intersection of science, technology, art and culture.

You are expected to be organised with your archival and administrative support, timely with documentation and video production, and ideation for campaign.


Key Responsibilities

1. Social Media and Video Production

  • Support the development of content for SGB’s social media platforms, including Instagram, X, LinkedIn, Facebook, and YouTube.

  • Create short-form video content for social media, including shooting and editing reels. The ability to produce quick, engaging videos for a young adult audience, ideally using mobile editing tools, is highly desirable.

  • Capture photographs and create visual content for Instagram Stories and other social media formats, with a strong visual sensibility and an interest in mobile photography.

  • Assist with caption writing and other short-form content.

  • Coordinate with the Programmes, Design and Documentation teams to plan and produce social media content.

  • Support the management of the social media calendar, including content planning and scheduling.

  • Contribute ideas for communications related to campaigns, events, exhibitions and open calls.

  • Assist the team with research on upcoming content creators and support outreach and coordination.

  • Monitor and respond to direct messages, comments, queries and emails from SGB’s audiences.

2. Press and External Communications

  • Support press outreach, including journalist research, media list building and maintaining media contacts.

  • Assist with developing story pitches and identifying communication opportunities around SGB’s exhibitions, programmes and initiatives.

  • Track news and current conversations across science, technology, art and culture to identify relevant media opportunities for SGB.

  • Support external communications initiatives and partnership coordination.

3. Documentation and Administration

  • Expected to work closely with the Documentation team and the Experimentors during weekend programmes.

  • Support in collecting participant feedback, testimonials and reviews.

  • Support the preparation of reports, internal reviews, archives and other communications documentation.

  • Help maintain communications databases, media contact lists and other records.

Person Specifications

The ideal candidate will have:

  • Excellent interpersonal and verbal communication skills.

  • A strong interest in social media and an understanding of how different platforms are used to engage audiences. Regular personal use of social media to follow trends, news and current conversations is desirable.

  • The ability to plan social media calendars and write clear, engaging short-form content.

  • Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks and timelines.

  • An interest in public engagement, cultural programming, science communication, the arts or related fields.

  • Strong research and writing skills.

  • An eye for visual storytelling, with an interest in photography and short-form video creation.

  • Attention to detail and a willingness to take ownership of assigned tasks.

  • The ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

  • An interest in current developments across science, technology, art and culture.

Undergraduate and postgraduate students, recent graduates, and candidates from media and communications backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Applicants from all academic disciplines are welcome, as formal qualifications are secondary to relevant skills, experience and demonstrated interest.


What the Internship Offers

The internship offers hands-on experience in developing and executing communications efforts within a research-driven cultural institution.

The intern will have opportunities to work with artists, scientists, researchers, cultural practitioners and institutions, gaining insight into how programmes move from research and conceptualisation to public engagement, documentation and evaluation.

How to Apply

To apply, please email jobs@bengaluru.sciencegallery.com with the following:

  • Subject line: Media and Communications Intern

  • Resume: Attach an updated resume.

  • Covering letter: Include a brief letter outlining your suitability for the role, with reference to the person specifications. You are encouraged to refer to our website and demonstrate knowledge on what we do.

  • Portfolio (optional): Include a link or PDF showcasing relevant work, where applicable.

Application Deadline and Response

All applications will be assessed against the criteria outlined in the person specifications. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted by email. Personal enquiries regarding application status will not be entertained, and feedback will not be provided at any stage of the application process. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted via email.

Vikas Gotla