Marketing Intern

Please note:

we have internship availability for Summer or Fall of 2026, or after.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

TITLE:

Marketing
Intern

PROGRAM:
Marketing

JOB SUMMARY:

This unpaid internship offers hands-on experience in marketing, social media, content creation, and community engagement.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES AND

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Assist in the creation of marketing and advertising materials, including social media posts, ads, flyers, and promotional content.

• Help update and maintain the company website with fresh content and relevant information.

• Support the planning and execution of marketing events and community outreach initiatives.

• Assist with the management and organization of marketing and donor databases.

• Attend community outreach events to represent the company and engage with the public.

• Help prepare promotional presentations and marketing materials for campaigns.

• Support the annual appeal campaign by contributing to content creation and outreach efforts.

• Provide daily administrative support to the marketing team as needed.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS FOR POSITION:
Must be able to walk, sit, stand, crouch, twist, bend, reach overhead, maneuver stairs and stretch in a manner conducive to the execution of daily activities. Must be able to move around the office on a daily basis. While performing the duties of this job, the intern must communicate with others and exchange information. This is primarily a sedentary position (standing and/or sitting).

Intern regularly operates a computer and other office equipment on a daily basis. Occasional bending and lifting of office materials up to 30 lbs.

NON
- ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Perform other duties as assigned by the Marketing and Communications Specialist.

EQUIPMENT USED:
Computer, telephone/cell phone, office equipment, vehicle

JOB QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, or a related field.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Experience with social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, Linked In, etc.) and basic content creation.

• Knowledge of graphic design tools (Canva, Adobe Suite, etc.) is a plus.

• Detail-oriented, organized, and able to manage multiple tasks.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.

• Passion for marketing, branding, and community engagement.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Hiawatha Valley Mental Health Center is committed to providing a safe and inclusive work environment free from harassment, violence anddiscrimination. Our inclusive work environment represents many different backgrounds, cultures and viewpoints. The core values we live by include: integrity, respect, people focused, community focused, continuous improvement, compassion, partnership and collaboration, empowerment and financial stewardship. All Hiawatha Valley Mental Health Center owned facilities are smoke/drug free environments, with some exposure to excessive noise, dust and temperature.

The employee is occasionally exposed to a variety of conditions at client sites.

SUPERVISED BY:
Marketing and Communications Specialist

SUPERVISES:
None

POSITION DESIGNATION:
Unpaid, Part-Time

This job description is subject to change at any time.