We are looking for a Marketing and Communications Intern* who can work and support the team in the development of the International Wine Expo in Chicago.
*Knowledge of the Italian language at a basic level is necessary for applying for this position.
The intern will be responsible for managing the IWE social media, website and newsletter platforms, and helping with communication campaigns and marketing projects. This role offers the intern experience in creating content and developing a strategy to increase engagement with the key target audience. The intern will work closely with me and the other team members. This role will be instrumental in increasing our social media presence, solidifying our brand, and raising our presence online and offline.
Hours: 40 hr/wk (between M-F 9:00 am-5:00 pm)
Job Responsibilities:
- Create and schedule social media content across key social media platforms.
- Create and implement engagement strategy to reach target audience and increase awareness.
- Collaborate internally and externally to find new marketing avenues.
- Help with marketing and communication projects, which may include: Email campaigns, Program and event flyers, Website updates and more.
- Other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications:
- Undergraduate student studying marketing, communications, journalism, or other.
- A passion for community engagement, media and similar.
- Proven written communication skills and a passion for creating marketing content and strategy.
- Excellent verbal communication skills.
- Excellent attention to detail
- Familiarity with key social media platforms and content creation platforms (i.e. Microsoft Office, Canva, Adobe).
- The ability to prioritize work and complete tasks with quick turnaround time.
- The ability to work collaboratively with a team.
- Knowledge of the Italian language is preferred.