Marketing and Special Events Intern –

Summer + Fall Semester 2023

The PDP is currently seeking to hire two Marketing + Special Events interns to join our team from May 2023 through December 2023, with a potential extension through Spring 2024 considered at the end of the initial internship. Current university students (sophomores, juniors, seniors) are strongly preferred. This is a paid internship with hybrid (virtual + in-person) experiences. Schedule will be primarily in-person with some virtual shifts scheduled as needed. This hybrid schedule is subject to change as PDP policy evolves.

Gain experience in marketing, communications, and special events while helping to promote the vitality of Downtown Pittsburgh and the region. The internship will provide the intern with valuable, real-world experience in marketing and communications, as well as the opportunity to assist in planning and execution of special events.

Main Responsibilities

Weekly e-Newsletter: Research events, write articles and organize photos for weekly e- newsletter
Social media: Proactively write and create content for PDP’s Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn with fresh & interesting news, events, initiatives, etc.; keep up-to-date on the latest trends/applications for each outlet; research best practices and assist in creating analytic reports to identify trends
Provide event planning support and assist in the execution of various PDP programs; including Farmers Market, Night Market, Picklesburgh, Market Square fitness and music activations, Light Up Night®, Holiday Market, and other events as required.

Miscellaneous

Research and post events to the online events calendar
Assist with various press releases and other writing projects
Create and update contact lists
Perform research and administrative tasks
Assist with content creation, event staffing, and communications brainstorming with various PDP departments
Willingness to work outdoors in a variety of weather conditions including but not limited to heat, rain, and winter weather
Ability to work hours outside of a regular workday, including but not limited to early mornings, late evenings, and weekends
Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Strong attention to detail
Excellent communication and writing skills
Strong customer service skills and comfort working with the general public
Ability to multi-task and prioritize is essential
Energetic, flexible, collaborative, and proactive
Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, PowerPoint; Adobe Creative Suite and WordPress experience a plus but not required
Experience or interest in utilizing various social media tools/platforms

Internship Timeframe:

Summer and Fall Semester 2023: Internship runs early May through end of December 2023

Hours:

20 hours per week, Monday - Friday. Onsite event work will require occasional hours outside the normal work schedule including weekends and evenings.

Pay:

$15.00 per hour. Upon request, PDP will provide the information necessary for this internship to count towards course credit if desired.

To Apply:

Resumes + Cover Letters for the Summer/Fall Semester 2023 internship will be accepted through April 3, 2023. One to three writing or content samples (blog posts, photography, social posts, graphic design, etc.) are preferred.

Submit resume, cover letter, and samples to:

Jack Dougherty

JDougherty@downtownpittsburgh.com

Director of Special Events

Pittsburgh Downtown Partnership 307 Fourth Ave, Floor 2

Pittsburgh, PA 15222

Pittsburgh Downtown Partnership

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