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Digital Marketing Intern
Charlottesville, VA
Do you have a passion for entrepreneurship and a knack for technology? If so, this paid internship could be the perfect opportunity to learn the essentials of digital marketing, and participate in the success of a fast-growing startup.
The digital marketing intern will support our team as we expand our digital offerings and footprint. You’ll play a role in all aspects of the marketing process, from developing new products, to building awareness, and engaging with our customers.
Interns work 25 hours per week and earn a weekly stipend of $250.
About Us
Room to Discover is a fast-growing startup that helps educators engage, challenge, and support every learner. Our workshops, coaching, and consulting help are redefining professional learning, by taking an interactive and learner-centered approach to teacher education and school improvement.
You will help to ensure a smooth experience for our audience across all marketing channels, including social media properties, website, email newsletter, etc.
Digital Marketing Responsibilities (minimum 50%)
At least half of your time will be spent on strategic planning, development, and deployment of digital marketing efforts. You’ll ensure that all marketing communications reflect positively on our brand and reinforce our marketing priorities.
Strategy: Create monthly marketing calendars to align messaging across various marketing platforms (web, social, email, etc)
Web: Update website, blog, and eCommerce content (no coding required)
Email: Manage and send our weekly email newsletter and leads databases
Design: Use Canva and GoogleDraw to create simple designs for use on social, web, etc
Product Management: Manage and organize our product database, including descriptions and product images
Product Development: Expand our print and digital resource offerings
Administrative Responsibilities (up to 50%)
Up to half of your time may be spent on administrative responsibilities that support the founder and the company as a whole.
Scheduling: Manage company calendars, confirm appointments, etc
Organization: Maintain and update GoogleDrive folders containing company and client files, create and modify documents to address company and client needs
Customer Service: Respond to incoming emails, customer concerns, etc
Other: General office duties, such as printing, taking dictation, filing documents, etc
Qualifications
The right candidate for this position is organized, dependable, and mission-driven. You must be comfortable with technology (including GSuite) and excited to solve challenging problems. You are comfortable in a fast-paced, supportive environment where you will learn by doing and assume responsibility for a range of duties critical to the success of the organization.
Fluency in GoogleSuite (Gmail, Gcal, Drive, Sheets, Slides, etc) is required. Previous experience and coursework in marketing are preferred. We will train the right candidate in all other digital tools required for this position, including WordPress, MailerLite, WooCommerce, HootSuite, and ZohoCRM.
Required Qualifications
Consistent, organized, and dependable
Able to handle shifting priorities and learn new skills quickly
Excellent listening and note-taking skills
Expertise with Google Suite: Calendar, Gmail, Drive, Slides, etc
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work independently and solve complex problems
Preferred Qualifications
Coursework or internship experience in digital marketing
Anticipated degree in business, marketing, or technology
Prior web experience (WordPress, html, Google Search Console, etc)
Experience with Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn
Basic graphic design and/or video editing skills
Compensation
This is an entry level opportunity with significant opportunities for advancement. Weekly stipend of $250.