Marketing & Content Intern (Summer) at VISIT Milwaukee

Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

22 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

24 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Website Updates, Digital Maintenance, Social Media Content, Email Marketing, Content Development, Event Support, Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Suite, Communication, Organization, Detail Oriented, Creativity, Project Management, Deadline Management

Industry

Travel Arrangements

Description

Description VISIT Milwaukee offers internship opportunities to undergraduate and graduate students to gain firsthand experience in the destination marketing industry. Internships are offered for the benefit of the student and will focus on skill development and professional growth. A successful internship depends greatly on the effort and work ethic put forth by the intern. Interns will become part of the VISIT Milwaukee team, and as such are expected to conduct themselves in a professional manner. Interns will be expected to complete their assignments in order to receive maximum educational and professional benefits from the internship experience. INTERNSHIP SUMMARY: The Marketing & Content Intern plays a hands-on role in supporting Visit Milwaukee’s marketing operations, with a strong emphasis on website updates and ongoing digital maintenance to ensure content remains current, accurate, and aligned with brand standards. This role also contributes to the development and execution of social media content as needed, helping to amplify Milwaukee’s voice across platforms. In addition, the intern supports marketing efforts tied to Meetings and Conventions, assisting in the promotion of Milwaukee as a premier destination for group business. Responsibilities include contributing to email marketing initiatives, such as newsletter development and campaign execution, as well as providing planning and on-the-ground support for special events. Working closely with the marketing team, the intern may also assist with a range of creative and content-driven projects that support organizational priorities, ensuring consistency and quality across digital and physical touchpoints. Requirements DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Write and publish content for VISIT Milwaukee’s website, www.visitmilwaukee.org as well as for our social media channels as needed. Assist with development and execution of creative marketing projects in print, digital, photography and video mediums. Write and publish content for VISIT Milwaukee’s website, www.visitmilwaukee.org as well as for our social media channels as needed. Execute marketing requests in a fast-paced environment with tight turnaround time. Projects include marketing and communications for campaigns, brochures, newsletters, infographics, annual reports, print ads, digital ads, PowerPoints, invitations, signs, displays, logos, website graphics, etc. Support with the maintenance of the Visit Milwaukee photo and video library. Perform administrative duties as assigned, such as meeting minutes, data entry, research, etc. Performs special assignments and other work, on an as-needed basis. QUALIFICATIONS: Must be currently enrolled in an accredited academic institution with an emphasis in marketing, journalism, communications, or a related field. Junior or senior standing preferred Proficient with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Teams, Excel, PowerPoint) Experience with Adobe Creative Suite a plus. Ability to work independently and take initiative Excellent communication skills, written and verbal Must be well organized and detail oriented Demonstrated focus on creativity and quality Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines Strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusivity in the workplace. Ability to work a minimum of 16-20 hours per week in the office during normal business hours of 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Physical Requirements: Ability to sit at desk, operate computer keyboard and view computer screen for six to eight hours per day. Must be able to hear and converse via telephone and in person. May be required to lift boxes and small equipment up to 50 pounds in weight. Travel in personal automobile may be required for business This is a paid internship and is eligible for academic credit as defined by the academic institution. Visit Milwaukee will provide parking during the internship. Work schedules will be determined by the supervisor and the intern, and will be during normal business hours, Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as needed to meet the ongoing needs of the organization. Important: Due to the high volume of applications, we are unable to contact every applicant. If you do not hear from us, it means that we have moved forward with another candidate who more closely meets the qualifications for the internship. Please submit your application through our Visit Milwaukee Career Page, including your cover letter and resume. Visit Milwaukee is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Responsibilities

The intern will play a hands-on role supporting marketing operations, focusing heavily on website updates and digital maintenance to keep content current and aligned with brand standards. This role also involves contributing to social media content development, email marketing initiatives, and providing support for special events.