Marketing Internship

September 2020-September 2021

(Remote - Based in Eastern Time Zone)

We are seeking a people-centered marketing intern who has a creative mind to help our firm’s brand stay fresh and reach our desired audience.

Roles

• Collaborate with company President and other team members to lead brainstorming sessions for marketing campaigns and execute marketing plans for projects

• Help gather, analyze, and present brand and competitor insights, data, and trends

• Help to set goals and assess and report performance of marketing campaigns against goals

• Support the development and execution of effective marketing materials and media promotions, developing scopes of work, timelines, and deliverables 

Skills and Qualifications

• Experience with marketing content development (e.g. promotional materials, social media),  website design, and educational and training materials

• Masters-level coursework and/or practical experience in marketing campaigns, social media engagement, promotions, sales, advertising, communications, business development, public relations, and related fields

• Proven success in a fast-paced environment

• Ability to work effectively individually and collaboratively with a team

• Exceptional oral and written communication skills and presentation ability

• Strong capacity for managing multiple tasks

• Organizational skills and strong attention to detail

• Intercultural competence in diverse, international settings

• Ability to work proactively and see projects through to successful completion

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of relevant markets and trends

• Established media contacts

• Bilingual/multilingual

• Portfolio of work 

Internship Projects May Include:

• Developing digital marketing campaigns and event promotions via email, Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube

• Developing communications materials such as newsletters, articles, campaigns, press releases, public service announcements, presentations, and other relevant materials

• Strategizing and updating website information architecture

• Helping to lead brand strategy and promotions brainstorming sessions

• Developing educational and training materials

• Assisting with consulting engagements, workshops, courses, and other capacity-strengthening services

• Researching and blogging about various topics related to global public health, human rights, global competence, equity, diversity, inclusion, social impact, and related topics

• Other projects to be determined

Important Notes

• This internship is a volunteer, unpaid engagement. Interns gain valuable professional skills and experience, mentoring, and global networking, as well as course credit if needed.

• Anticipate a range of 5-15 hours of work per week, including some weekend hours; hours are variable and depend on current and upcoming projects.

• Work location is flexible. The firm and its schedule operate out of Durham, NC, USA in the Eastern time zone.