Intern- Operations/Marketing/Social Media

Summary

SDL is hiring interns for a 2-3 month term to work alongside the CEO on day-to-day marketing, social media, research, and operations. The internship will provide valuable experience in sales, marketing, business, communications or human resource fields and is a fantastic resume booster. Interns are expected to create a strategic plan for their assignment, complete weekly progress reports, and assist with various projects and events.

Requirements

• Interested in careers in marketing, sales, business, public relations, social media, human resources, or training/development
• MUST NOT be fearful of networking and making introductions!
• Eager to learn sales, marketing, planning, and communication skills
• Minimum 10 hours a week between the hours of 9A to 7P M-F; we will work around your schedule
• Working knowledge of Facebook, LinkedIn, and/or Twitter
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Self-motivated, with a solid independent work ethic
• Go-getter attitude and a willingness to do what it takes to get the job done
• Like selling and relationship building
• Own phone and computer
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Attend a 30 minute staff meeting once a week

Responsibilities

• Create a strategic plan for your 3 month assignment
• Complete a weekly report on progress on assignments and report out during staff meetings
• Use social media, PR, and marketing, as deemed appropriate
• Assist with operations and marketing duties
• Pre-define metrics for success of your strategic plan and analyze results at the end of assignment
• Assists with other needs, as assigned

Benefits

• All interns will receive a $500 stipend for the semester
• Eligible to receive credit from their academic institution, if desired