Get Involved

CURRENT POSTINGS (updated 8.14.24)

As we prepare to launch our 2024 – ’25 programming, we’re seeking volunteers to support our events and programs at GrubStreet’s Center for Creative Writing – to the Massachusetts Poetry Festival. We’re looking for people with a passion for poetry to step in and fill roles such as registration, ushering, ticketing, providing information and more. If you are interested in volunteering in any capacity, please fill out this volunteer inquiry form.


Ricky Orng

Bring Mass Poetry Into Your Classroom

Apply to bring a poet educator into your classroom for a student day of poetry or longer residency.

Apply by 9/20 – Marketing & Communications Internship

We are seeking an individual with experience in outreach, event promotion, website maintenance & strong communication skills to serve in the role of Marketing & Communications Intern. As a Marketing & Communications Intern, you will provide invaluable support to the Executive Director and the Events and Communications Coordinator in their efforts to promote Mass Poetry’s events and programs across the state.

The hybrid position involves occasional travel to Mass Poetry’s headquarters in downtown Boston and requires 10 hours per week, though the majority of the work will be remote in nature. A stipend of $450/month is provided. The position will run from 9/21/24 through 6/15/25.

Position Description

Apply by 9/20 – 2024-25 Development Internship

Mass Poetry is seeking an individual with an interest in fundraising & strong communication skills to serve in the role of Development Intern. This position supports the Executive Director with Mass Poetry’s fundraising efforts. The hybrid position involves occasional travel to Mass Poetry’s headquarters in downtown Boston and requires approximately 15 hours per week, though the majority of the work will be remote in nature. A stipend of $700/month is provided. The position will run from 9/21/24 – 6/15/25.

Position Description

Become A Poet Educator

Mass Poetry is seeking experienced Poet-Educators to share their love of poetry. From serving as a poet-in-residence to visiting a classroom through a student day of poetry, share your love of poetry firsthand with students across Massachusetts. Contact us if you would like to join us in this work.


Partner with Us

If you your organization would like to partner with Mass Poetry please email us at marketing@masspoetry.org


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