Marketing & Content Paid Intern (Fall 2025)
Posted 2025-08-15
Remote, USA
Full Time
Immediate Start
<p><strong>Fall 2025 Paid Internship Opportunity – Marketing & Content</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Visit York County</strong><span> is now accepting applications for a </span><strong>Fall 2025 Marketing Intern</strong><span> to join our content team from </span><strong>August to December 2025</strong><span>. This is a paid internship opportunity to gain hands-on experience in destination marketing, storytelling, and digital communications—all while helping showcase York County, SC as a premier destination for visitors and locals alike.</span></p><p><br></p><p><span>This is an </span><strong>in-person internship</strong><span> based out of our Rock Hill, SC office. The ideal candidate will be creative, outgoing, organized, and passionate about the York County area.</span></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Core Responsibilities</strong></p><p><br></p><ul><li>Assist in <strong>creating written and visual content</strong> for Visit York County’s social media, website, blog, and email newsletters.</li><li>Support social media efforts by:</li><li>Planning and scheduling content for platforms like Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook</li><li>Capturing and producing <strong>at least one short-form video per week</strong> (e.g., Reels, TikToks)</li><li>Engaging with users by responding to DMs, comments, and tagged posts</li><li>Monitoring trends and suggesting creative ways to grow our audience</li><li>Reviewing analytics to help optimize content strategy</li><li>Help <strong>edit and update website content</strong> using our CMS</li><li>Maintain and organize <strong>digital assets</strong> including photos, templates, and documents</li><li>Assist in <strong>reviewing event submissions</strong> and updating VisitYorkCounty.com</li><li>Provide <strong>data entry support</strong> in our CRM system (Simpleview)</li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Additional Opportunities</strong></p><p><br></p><ul><li>Collaborate with other departments (Sales, Events, Visitor Services) on campaigns and projects</li><li>Participate in content capture at community events, festivals, or business openings</li><li>Contribute new ideas to digital campaigns and seasonal promotions</li><li>Other tasks as assigned by the Digital Communications Manager and Director of Marketing and Communications</li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Qualifications</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Education:</strong></p><ul><li>Must be a current college student or recent graduate studying Marketing, Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, Tourism, or related fields.</li><li>Ability to fulfill college credit requirements if needed.</li></ul><p><strong>Experience & Skills:</strong></p><ul><li>Familiarity with social media platforms (Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, LinkedIn)</li><li>Strong writing and communication skills</li><li>Basic photo/video skills; comfortable being out in the community capturing content</li><li>Knowledge of Canva or similar design tools preferred</li><li>CMS experience (WordPress, Squarespace, etc.) a plus</li><li>Microsoft Office proficiency (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)</li><li>Customer service or hospitality background is a bonus</li><li>Must love York County and be excited to share its story</li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Internship Details</strong></p><p><br></p><ul><li>20 hours/week required</li><li>Must be available to work in <strong>minimum 4-hour blocks</strong>, Monday through Friday (8:30 AM – 5:00 PM)</li><li>Some <strong>evenings and weekends required</strong> for event content coverage</li><li>Must reside in or near York County, SC and have <strong>reliable transportation</strong></li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Physical & Work Environment</strong></p><p><br></p><ul><li>This position requires general mobility and may involve lifting up to 35 lbs.</li><li>Valid driver's license and proof of insurance required</li><li>Work primarily takes place in an office setting, but occasional off-site work at local events and attractions will occur</li><li>May involve outdoor work in varying weather conditions</li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p>