Marketing and Special Events Internships

Marketing and Special Events Internships

The Office of Marketing & Special Events offers seasonal paid and for-credit internships to support the department in producing high-quality events and cultural programming across the county and within the Allegheny County Parks. The office helps raise public awareness of county events, activities, and initiatives through the county website, marketing, advertising, and social media. The office oversees the marketing of Hartwood Acres Mansion, Hartwood Acres Stables, County Courthouse, County Office Building, and other county-owned facilities as event venues.

Photography/Videography

Photography/Videography Internship

Responsibilities

• Create original, engaging content (video, photo, graphics, etc.) for platforms like TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube
• Edit short-form videos, reels, and stories with a focus on performance and quality
• Track performance and adapt based on analytics, feedback, and trends
• Create video production timelines and schedule shoots accordingly
• Set up and break down video and audio equipment for interviews and event documentation
• Operate camera and microphones, and gather B-roll material
• Import, organize, transfer and back up recorded footage and audio
• Log footage, transcribe interviews and prepare edit decision lists
• Research and obtain music for videos and reels
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

Applicant must provide a portfolio of previous work to be considered.

• Proven experience in content creation, editing, and digital marketing
• Experience using tools like CapCut, Canva, Adobe Premiere, Lightroom, or similar Understanding of content formats for social media platforms, including TikTok, Instagram Reels, YouTube Shorts, and Facebook
• Ability to work independently and think critically and creatively
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation are required, personal vehicle is preferred
• Availability to work a flexible schedule, including nights and weekends

Compensation

This internship is expected to be between 10-20 hours/week, depending on availability and need.

• Paid internship: $15.00 per hour plus travel reimbursement
• For-credit internship: college credit only

Application Process

Applicants who do not submit a portfolio with the application will not be considered.

Special Events

Special Events Internship

Special Events internships are mid-May through August, on a flexible schedule, including nights and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Perform light office work
• Assist the Special Events Manager and Special Events Coordinator with day-to-day operations
• Assist in setup, operation, and teardown of events
• Interact with event attendees in a friendly, engaging manner
• Assist in planning and promoting events through traditional and digital marketing efforts
• Assist in identifying sponsorships for events and programs
• Assist in inventory management and sales
• Assist in creating new events
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Strong communications skills - both written and verbal
• Excellent organizational skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office
• Familiar with multiple social media platforms
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation are required, personal vehicle preferred
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule, including nights and weekends

Ideal Majors

• Event Management
• Sports, Arts & Entertainment Management
• Recreation Management
• Communications
• Marketing
• Business
• Other relevant fields

Compensation

• Paid summer internship - $15.00 per hour, plus travel reimbursement
• For-credit internship - college credit only

Wedding & Venue Marketing

Wedding & Venue Marketing Internship

Responsibilities

• Coordinate event logistics for Hartwood Acres Mansion, The Stables at Hartwood Acres Park, and the Allegheny County Courthouse, including providing day-of event support to clients, caterers, and vendors
• Provide venue tours to potential clients
• Be on-site the day of an event to ensure client satisfaction and to troubleshoot issues
• Respond to inquiries from current and potential clients
• Willingness to learn our floor plan and event software programs
• Assist in marketing Allegheny County Venues for future bookings

Skills Required

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