Posted on:August 7, 2026

Marketing Communications Specialist at The Engine

The Engine is hiring a Marketing Communications Specialist in Cambridge, MA, US. On-site. Pay: USD 65k-80k/yr.

About The Engine

The Engine is a nonprofit incubator and accelerator built by MIT that supports Tough Tech startups in fields such as biotech and climate tech. It offers residency programs, lab and office spaces, and other resources to help these companies develop from idea to impact.

Marketing Communications Specialist job description

About the Role

The Marketing Communications Specialist helps translate The Engine's work into compelling communications for founders, investors, partners, and the broader Tough Tech ecosystem. This is a writing-intensive role for someone who enjoys turning complex ideas into clear stories across email, web, social media, events, and campaigns. The ideal candidate combines exceptional writing with strong organizational skills and a sharp eye for visual communication. Success in this role means helping key audiences better understand how The Engine can create value for them, with consistent, well-executed communications that drive participation.

Key Responsibilities

Writing, Editing, and Content Development

Write and edit clear, compelling copy across email, web, social, events, video, and other channels.

Develop audience-specific content that translates programs, partnerships, milestones, and founder stories into The Engine’s voice.

Interview internal stakeholders, residents, and partners to gather source material and shape strong messaging.

Campaign Execution and Management

Manage day-to-day content scheduling and publishing across key channels.

Support cross-functional campaigns, including message development, asset creation, and calendar maintenance.

Track basic performance metrics and use insights to improve future communications.

Support website updates, light SEO, and coordination with designers, freelancers, and vendors.

Storytelling & Resources

Help identify and communicate stories, milestones, and outcomes worth sharing.

Execute all event and program communications with clear, on-brand messaging.

Maintain and expand founder-facing resources, templates, newsletters, and other communications assets.

Support the development of The Engine’s annual impact report

Cross-Functional Coordination

Collaborate with Programs, Partnerships, Infrastructure, The Builder Platform, and other teams to plan communications.

Support reporting and data entry related to communications and program metrics, including HubSpot.

Assist the Senior Manager of Marketing & Programs on cross-functional projects and priority initiatives.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in marketing, communications, journalism, English, or a related field.

2–3 years of writing and communications experience across email, web, social, and campaign content.

Strong writing and editing skills, with samples that show range and judgment.

Comfort working across formats, managing multiple deadlines, and interviewing subject matter experts.

Familiarity with communications tools such as email platforms, social scheduling tools, HubSpot, or similar systems.

Interest in using AI to improve workflow and execution.

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