Content and Marketing Intern

Location:

Peoria, IL

Hours:

10–15 hours per week

Employment:
Paid Internship

Pay: $16/hour

Internship Term:
September 1 – December 2026

Schedule:

In-person only

Ideal Candidate:
Current college student located in Peoria

Potential Extension:
Opportunity to continue for an additional semester based on performance

RC Outfitters | Part-Time | In-Person

Location:

Peoria, IL

Hours:

10–15 hours per week

Employment:
Paid Internship

Pay: $16/hour

Internship Term:
September 1 – December 2026

Schedule:

In-person only

Ideal Candidate:
Current college student located in Peoria

Weekend Work:
Occasional weekends required

Potential Extension:
Opportunity to continue for an additional semester based on performance

RC Outfitters is looking for a creative, motivated Content & Marketing Intern to join our marketing team and work directly alongside our Marketing Director. This position is designed for a current college student looking to gain hands‑on experience in content creation, social media, marketing, photography, videography, events, and branding.

This is an in‑person‑only position at RC Outfitters in Peoria, IL, with a commitment of approximately 10–15 hours per week. Occasional weekend work will be required, particularly for events, run club, and other marketing activations.

The primary focus of this position will be creating content and supporting marketing initiatives for RC Outfitters. The intern may also assist with RC Athletic Club (RCAC) content, events, and community initiatives as needed.

The ideal candidate is creative, organized, comfortable working independently, and excited to turn ideas into engaging content.

• Assist with planning and creating social media content for RC Outfitters
• Capture photo and video content in‑store, at events, and throughout the local community
• Assist with filming and editing Reels, short‑form videos, and other social content
• Help develop creative concepts, campaigns, and content ideas
• Create graphics and other visual assets using tools such as Canva and Adobe Creative Suite
• Help maintain and organize photo and video content
• Assist with product photography and lifestyle content featuring RC Outfitters products and brands

• Assist with monthly marketing campaigns and promotional initiatives
• Support email marketing and website content updates
• Help coordinate marketing materials, signage, and in‑store promotions
• Assist with brand and vendor marketing initiatives
• Help track social media and campaign performance
• Support general marketing projects and administrative tasks as needed
• Assist with brainstorming and developing new marketing ideas for RC Outfitters

• Assist with content creation for select RC Athletic Club run clubs, events, and activations
• Photograph and film events and community activities
• Help with event setup, promotional materials, and other marketing needs
• Assist with occasional weekend events and activations
• Engage with the local running and fitness community to help tell the RC Outfitters story

• Current college student pursuing Marketing, Advertising, Communications, Public Relations, Graphic Design, or a related field preferred
• Strong interest in social media and content creation
• Creative eye and strong attention to detail
• Comfortable taking photos and videos with a phone or camera
• Basic experience with Canva, Adobe, Cap Cut, or similar creative tools
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Organized, dependable, and able to manage multiple projects
• Comfortable working independently and taking initiative
• Willingness to work occasional weekends for events and content creation
• Interest in running, fitness, fashion, lifestyle, or the local community is a plus

This internship provides hands‑on, in‑person experience working directly with a marketing professional and exposure to the full marketing process, from brainstorming and content creation to campaign execution, events, social media, email marketing, and analytics.

The intern will have the opportunity to build a professional portfolio, gain real‑world marketing experience, work with athletic and lifestyle brands, and play an active role in growing RC Outfitters and its presence within the local community.