We’re seeking storytellers, creatives, and cultural architects to shape the future of Black travel and cultural experiences
At Melanin Muse, we curate global experiences for travelers who see the world differently.
Our community is rooted in cultural curiosity, creative expression, and connection — to place, to people, and to possibility.
We’re building a collective of forward-thinkers, storytellers, and experience-shapers who believe travel can be transformative. Whether you’re an emerging creative or a seasoned freelancer, if you care about culture, community, and crafting meaningful narratives, we’d love to collaborate.
Current Openings
Digital Marketing Intern
ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY
melanin muse® is looking for a creative, curious, and digitally savvy intern to help us grow our reach and deepen our connection with our audience.
This is an opportunity to get hands-on experience supporting the marketing of a growing media and travel platform centered on Black women, culture, curiosity, and meaningful experiences around the world. The Digital Marketing Intern will work across social media, email, content promotion, audience research, and campaign strategy — helping turn ideas and editorial content into marketing that reaches the right people.
If you’re interested in how brands build community, create content people actually want to engage with, and use data to better understand their audience, this role will give you the opportunity to explore all of that in a collaborative, creative environment.
Position Type: Remote Internship (Part-Time)
Reports To: Creative Director
WHAT YOU’LL DO
As the Digital Marketing Intern, you’ll support the day-to-day marketing efforts behind melanin muse® and contribute ideas that help us grow.
Responsibilities may include:
- Assisting with the planning and execution of digital marketing campaigns
- Creating engaging social media content and supporting content promotion
- Drafting email newsletters and other audience communications
- Helping promote editorial content, travel experiences, and other melanin muse® initiatives
- Researching audience interests, digital trends, and emerging opportunities
- Supporting paid marketing campaigns and promotional efforts
- Monitoring engagement and performance across digital channels
- Reviewing analytics and identifying insights that can inform future content and campaigns
- Bringing fresh marketing ideas to the table
- Collaborating with editorial and creative teams on integrated campaigns and initiatives
WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR
We’re looking for someone who is curious about digital marketing and excited to learn how strategy, creativity, content, and audience insights work together to build a brand.
Preferred qualifications include:
- Currently studying or recently graduated in Marketing, Communications, Business, Media, or a related field
- Familiarity with major social media platforms and digital content trends
- Experience with Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, or similar creative tools is a plus
- A basic understanding of SEO, digital marketing analytics, or audience insights is helpful
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- An interest in media, travel, culture, or building digital communities is a plus
WHAT YOU’LL BRING
- Creative thinking and a willingness to share ideas
- Strong digital communication skills
- An interest in social media strategy and audience engagement
- Organization and attention to detail
- The ability to collaborate and work independently in a remote environment
- Curiosity about what the data can tell us — and what to do with those insights
WHAT YOU’LL GAIN
This internship is designed to provide meaningful, hands-on experience you can carry into future opportunities. You’ll have the chance to:
- Build real-world experience supporting digital marketing campaigns
- Create portfolio-worthy work across social media, email, content promotion, and more
- Gain exposure to brand, content, and audience strategy
- Work collaboratively with editorial and creative teams
- Receive professional mentorship and feedback
- Expand your professional network within media, marketing, and travel
- Potentially be considered for future freelance or contract opportunities with melanin muse® or PenHaus Media
INTERNSHIP DETAILS & BENEFITS
- Fully remote
- Part-time with flexible scheduling
- Weekly virtual meetings
- Professional mentorship
- Portfolio development opportunities
- Letter of recommendation based on performance
- Networking opportunities
Our Commitment to Inclusion
PenHaus Media and melanin muse® are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where diverse perspectives, experiences, and ideas are welcomed and valued.
Staff Writer Intern
ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY
melanin muse®
is looking for a curious, thoughtful, and creative Staff Writer Intern to help tell stories that inform, inspire, and reflect the experiences of women of color around the world.
This is an opportunity to gain hands-on experience inside a growing digital media platform where storytelling sits at the intersection of travel, culture, wellness, creativity, and the lived experiences that connect us. As a Staff Writer Intern, you’ll have the opportunity to take part in the editorial process from idea to publication—researching stories, developing pitches, conducting interviews, writing articles, and collaborating with the team to bring meaningful stories to life.
If you’re an aspiring journalist, writer, storyteller, or communications professional who is curious about people and the world around you, this role will give you the opportunity to strengthen your reporting and writing skills while building a body of published work.
Position Type: Remote Internship (Part-Time)
Reports To: Head of Global Storytelling
WHAT YOU’LL DO
As the Staff Writer Intern, you’ll help develop editorial content that reflects the mission, voice, and evolving coverage of melanin muse®.
Responsibilities may include:
- Researching timely topics, emerging trends, and story ideas relevant to women of color and our global community
- Pitching original article ideas and collaborating with the editorial team to develop them
- Conducting interviews with entrepreneurs, creatives, community leaders, changemakers, and other compelling voices
- Researching, reporting, writing, and editing digital articles for publication
- Assisting with fact-checking, proofreading, and other editorial processes
- Participating in editorial meetings and contributing story ideas and creative perspectives
- Meeting publication deadlines while maintaining accuracy, quality, and attention to detail
- Collaborating with photographers, designers, and marketing contributors when needed to support the presentation and promotion of editorial work
WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR
We’re looking for someone with a genuine curiosity about people, culture, and the stories worth telling. You don’t need to know everything about journalism or digital publishing — we’re looking for someone eager to learn, receptive to feedback, and excited to develop their voice and skills as a writer.
Preferred qualifications include:
- Currently studying or recently graduated in Journalism, Communications, English, Media Studies, Marketing, or a related field
- Strong writing and editing skills
- Excellent research abilities and attention to accuracy
- An understanding of — or interest in learning — journalistic standards and editorial best practices
- Familiarity with AP Style is a plus
- Experience with WordPress or another content management system is helpful, but not required
- An interest in travel, culture, wellness, creativity, community, or storytelling centered on women of color is a plus
WHAT YOU’LL BRING
- Strong written communication skills
- Curiosity, creativity, and a willingness to ask thoughtful questions
- Critical thinking and sound editorial judgment
- Organization and the ability to manage deadlines
- Adaptability and openness to feedback
- Initiative and a willingness to contribute ideas
- Attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy
- The ability to collaborate while also working independently in a remote environment
WHAT YOU’LL GAIN
This internship is designed to give you meaningful, hands-on editorial experience you can carry into future writing, journalism, communications, or media opportunities. You’ll have the chance to:
- Build a published portfolio of editorial work
- Gain experience researching, pitching, reporting, interviewing, writing, and editing stories
- Receive editorial coaching, feedback, and professional mentorship
- Develop a deeper understanding of how digital stories move from idea to publication
- Gain exposure to digital publishing tools and editorial workflows
- Build confidence interviewing sources and developing original story ideas
- Collaborate with creatives and other contributors across a growing media brand
- Expand your professional network within media, storytelling, travel, and related industries
- Potentially be considered for future freelance or contract opportunities with melanin muse® or PenHaus Media
INTERNSHIP DETAILS & BENEFITS
- Fully remote
- Part-time with flexible scheduling
- Weekly virtual meetings
- Professional mentorship and editorial feedback
- Published portfolio and portfolio development opportunities
- Letter of recommendation based on performance
- Networking opportunities
- Potential future freelance or contract opportunities
Our Commitment to Inclusion
PenHaus Media and melanin muse® are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where diverse perspectives, experiences, and ideas are welcomed and valued.
Freelance Opportunities
We’re Accepting Freelance Pitches…
At Melanin Muse, we believe in amplifying diverse voices and creating opportunities for culturally rooted storytellers. We’re actively seeking freelance contributions from journalists, writers, photographers, and content creators who are passionate about Black travel, culture, and authentic narratives.
Right now, we’re prioritizing partnerships with Black journalists impacted by recent industry layoffs. Your insights, perspectives, and storytelling are invaluable to our community, and we want to create meaningful opportunities for creatives like you.
Featured Focus Areas
Jamaica
Culture, heritage, and contemporary stories from the island
South Africa
History, creativity, and the Black travel experience
The Black Travel Experience
Stories that celebrate and expand narratives across destinations
What we’re looking for:
Authentic stories centered on Black culture, travel, and community
Content that resonates with our audience of cultural explorers
Creative pitches that go beyond traditional travel narratives
Journalists and writers with an eye for meaningful storytelling
Ready to pitch?
Tell us your story idea, destination focus, and a bit about your experience. We review all pitches carefully and will be in touch within 2-3 weeks.