Marketing Intern

eoe/aa  08.25.

worcester county internship opportunities department: department of recreation & parksjob title: marketing intern compensation: grade 16/step 1 - $24.89 hourlywork location: worcester county recreation center, 6030 public landing road

snow hill, maryland 21863

work schedule: hours will vary, averaging approximately 10–20 hours per week. Schedule will include weekdays, evenings, and weekends based on departmental needs,internship requirements, and school schedule

under the direct supervision of the marketing coordinator, this internship position will provide a broad learning experience to individuals seeking to advance in the marketing field. The marketing intern will assist in the planning, organization, marketing, and promotion of new and existing programs, events, and parks/facilities for worcester county recreation & parks. The marketing intern will also perform marketing duties as deemed necessary by the special events & marketing supervisor and deputy director of recreation & parks.

• pre-employment background check
• safety-sensitive position subject to drug and alcohol testing
• possession of a valid driver’s license and a motor vehicle history with less than 4 points
• must be able to work days, evenings, and weekends as needed

• assist with seasonal marketing projects with the recreation center and county parks
• create social media content with captions
• plan and implement social media campaigns
• capture pictures of recreation programs, special events, sports tournaments and/or county parks
• film and edit videos of fitness exercises and/or recreation activities
• assist with creating flyers, promotional items, and advertising for recreation and parks programs and events
• assist in development and implementation of marketing tools including press releases, brochures, and mailings
• assist in creating and adhering to a marketing plan
• attend community events representing and marketing recreation & parks department programs, events, and parks
• assist recreation staff in the preparation and execution of special events (marketing, administrative duties, planning
• aid with set-up, organization, promotion, and marketing leading up to events and sports tournaments
• maintain positive and open communication with the public, participants, and staff
• participate in organizational meetings as deemed necessary
• promote the worcester county recreation & parks department to the public in a positive manner
• cross train and back up other staff as needed
• complete assigned tasks accurately and by established deadlines
• establish and maintain harmonious working relationships with co-workers, elected or appointed officials, and the public using tact, discretion, sound judgment, and professionalism
• comply with the safety programs, procedures, training, fire drills, coop plans, etc.
• ensure confidentiality of information and records and comply with record retention schedule
• comply with the worcester county government personnel rules & regulations and safety programs
• perform all other duties as assigned

• enrollment within a college or university with an emphasis in marketing, business, graphic design,
• recreation and parks, or social media-related area of study
• valid driver’s license and driving record of less than 4 points (md)
• computer literate with a basic knowledge of adobe programs preferred but not required
• ability to follow verbal and written instructions; keep records and logs; complete written forms; and communicate effectively with the public and coworkers
• ability to apply acquired knowledge to increasingly varied and complex tasks; perform duties independently and as part of a team, and complete assigned tasks by established deadlines

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