Marketing and Communications Intern
Marketing & Communications Intern
About Us
If you believe that businesses were created to add value to our human existence while playing a key role in advancing society, then the Greater Perimeter Chamber (GPC) is the place for you. The GPC’s mission is to advance regional economic prosperity that enriches our members businesses, and in turn, our communities.
We envision a Perimeter that leads the region and Southeast as a preferred community in which to live, work, learn, and play. Our values guide our decisions and actions to ensure growth and progress:
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Clarity of Purpose: Simple, precise, and clear alignment to our mission and vision.
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Integrity: Adhering to the highest ethical standards.
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Transparency: Communicating effectively and holding no hidden agendas.
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Innovation: Supporting impactful, member-driven innovation.
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Member Focus: Responding fully to the needs of our members.
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Value-Driven: Pursuing activities that add value for our members and communities.
Position Overview
The Marketing & Communications Intern will be learning from, and working with, the Chamber’s Marketing and Communications Manager, while being managed by the President and CEO. This role will facilitate the creation and execution of best practices, strategies and plans for leveraging all communication and marketing platforms. This is a paid internship ($15/hour) with a minimum of 15 hours per week and maximum of 20 hours per week.
Duties and Responsibilities
Working with the Marketing & Communications Manager, write, design, film, and produce a variety of digital and print-ready content for platforms including, but not limited to:
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Social Media
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Websites
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Email Campaigns and Newsletters
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Press Releases
Assist in the analysis of social media, website, and email performance metrics
Create messaging and promotional content for all Chamber platforms (with a heavy focus on social media platforms) on topics including:
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Chamber membership value proposition
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Chamber programs & events
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Member/Partner news
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Timely and relevant business opportunities
Take photos and record video at Chamber programs and events to build marketing and communication assets
Participate in team meetings and brainstorming sessions
Qualifications
We seek internship candidates who
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Are pursuing an associate or bachelor's degree in marketing, communications, public relations, journalism, or similarly integrated disciplines
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Demonstrate excellent writing, editing, and verbal communication skills with the ability to alternate between styles and tones easily
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Can multi-task and produce high-quality work under tight deadlines
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Are verified as proficient in Microsoft suite of productivity applications, as well as Canva
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Have flexible work availability to be able to attend Chamber events outside of normal (9 am – 5 pm) business hours when possible
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Identify as a self-starter, able to work independently with an entrepreneurial spirit
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Share our passion for the Greater Perimeter Chamber’s Mission and are aligned with our stated values
To Apply
Please share your interest statement and qualifications in the body of an email, with your resume attached to Adam Forrand at adam@greaterperimeterchamber.com with the subject line: Marketing & Communications Intern Interest.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The Greater Perimeter Chamber is committed to equal employment opportunities. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, marital status, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.
