Description

Welcome to the exciting opportunity of becoming a Digital Marketing Intern at the Piedmont Triad Regional Council (PTRC)! This Digital Marketing Intern provides a valuable stepping stone to gaining hands-on experience in the field of digital marketing and regional planning. As a Digital Marketing Intern, you will have the chance to work with multiple communities within our government region, helping to shape and tell the story of the Triad. You will assist our Planning Department in managing social media platforms and creating compelling website content that highlights our key initiatives, particularly for NCTriadOutoors.com. We are seeking a detail-oriented individual with exceptional multi-tasking skills, who has a genuine passion for showcasing the unique characteristics and initiatives of the Triad.

Your primary responsibilities will include updating content on our website using our proprietary Content Management System (CMS), maintaining listing information, monitoring website traffic, and leading the social media presence for the site. In addition to the primary tasks, you may also have the opportunity to contribute to various digital marketing efforts such as photography, video interviews, ArcGIS StoryMaps, and web analytics. In our fast-paced, creative, and collaborative office environment, you will gain invaluable insight and experience across a broad spectrum of government functions.

We are excited to welcome a motivated individual to join our team and make a positive impact in promoting the Triad's unique attributes. This internship will provide you with a valuable platform to enhance your digital marketing skills while playing a vital role in shaping the regional narrative. Job posting will remain open until filled.

Position Requirements

The candidate for Digital Marketing Intern would have either completed a BA/BS in marketing, entrepreneurship, hospitality and tourism, communications, English literature; be currently enrolled in a relevant graduate program; or recently completed a relevant graduate program. Applicants pursuing a BA/BS in the same fields may also be considered depending on experience and course work. Ideally, candidates have experience with posting engaging content on social media platforms; effective time management skills to establish priorities and meet deadlines; strong organizational skills; and familiarity with recreation assets around the 12-county region. Experience with Meta Business Suite is not required but is helpful. Knowledge of modern office practices, procedures, equipment, various software programs (MS Office, Adobe Creative Cloud) and oral and written communications and interpersonal relations will be essential in this role.

If you are selected to fill the role of Digital Marketing Intern, you will need to present a valid driver's license, pass the pre-employment drug screen and background screening process. Travel may be required on occasion. This is a temporary, part-time position through December 2023.

About the Organization

At the Piedmont Triad Regional Council (PTRC), we work to implement creative regional solutions to improve the lives of the community. When you visit our vibrant office conveniently located in Kernersville, the center of the Triad, you find our passionate staff members working diligently to fulfill our mission. Our office is on the southside of the Interstate 40 at the NC Highway 66 interchange. It is a 20-minute drive to downtown Greensboro, Winston Salem, or High Point. Our location is equipped with an electric charging station.

Our organization has seven core departments; Area Agency on Aging, Criminal Justice, Economic Development, Community Development Services, Management Services, Regional Planning, and Workforce Development. Our staff in each department specializes in serving its niche of the Triad community.

PTRC employees are constantly looking for ways to innovate and expand our programs. We look for ways to enrich our lives in and outside of the workplace. If you are passionate about serving the public and desire to grow and expand your skillset, the PTRC could be an excellent fit for you!

The PTRC hires and retains staff that is at the top of their field. See why our employees love working at the PTRC.