Marketing + Design Intern, Fresh Ideas / Fort Lewis College

General Description:

In this role, you will work closely with the Marketing Team and Director of Dining Services to implement and promote the dining program here at Fort Lewis College. This involves research to understand the needs of the local student demographic, planning and brainstorming, promotions and advertising through various platforms, and implementation. This is not your average internship; you will be spearheading various projects and will be able to request assignments to expand your knowledge base. This is a wonderful opportunity for anyone interested in the field of marketing and/or design.

The Requirements:

• Excellent communication skills, written and verbal
• Customer service experience/knowledge
• Knowledge of social media platforms
• Knowledge of graphic design tools (ex. Adobe InDesign, Canva, or other similar programs)
• Attention to detail
• Good to better interpersonal skills
• General interest and knowledge
• Prior marketing- or design-related experience is a plus
• Event Planning/Execution

Job Responsibilities (may include any or all):

• Meet with the Marketing Team to understand Fresh Ideas brand and marketing strategies
• Assist with planning, organizing and hosting events
• Assist with dining website
• Assist in social media calendar development and promotions
• Act as a brand representative
• Conduct marketing audits
• Conduct general administrative tasks
• Surveying students to collect marketing research
• Create marketing materials to numerous specifications across various mediums such as social media, print, and digital signage
• Manage signage in multiple locations
• Assist with the creation of concepts, campaigns, and imagery to effectively communicate messages to the target market
• Manage website and social networking profile content
• Attend meetings or other events as required

Learning Objectives:

• Demonstrate awareness, understanding and skills necessary to work in a diverse environment
• Learn how to create and implement a marketing plan
• Learn how to design marketing materials that appeal and engage the target audience
• Learn how to conduct market research and use it to generate a larger audience or increase buy‐in
• Learn how to use multiple platforms and strategies to effectively promote a brand

*This is a paid intern position; however, it is not eligible for paid time off (PTO) or benefits such as medical, dental, vision, etc.*