The Marketing and Communications Intern will assist with integrated marketing and communications efforts including research, outreach and the preparation of communications and marketing materials, as well as other responsibilities to support the department’s communications and outreach mission.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Monitor media coverage for the Trust, as well as industry news and publish daily news clip links.
Promote Presidio events through postings to media and community calendars. Manage event calendar database and listing submissions.
Assist with ongoing media relations surrounding Trust initiatives inclusive of researching target media contacts and story angles, as well as pitching assignment desks and distributing press releases. Assist with the development of integrated marketing plans through competitive research analysis and research on best practices.
Manage and expand Trust contacts database to include local, national and specific industry sectors.
Research, write and prepare press releases and background content.
Support community relations efforts in and outside the Presidio.
Research technology to best support marketing initiatives, as well as process.
Support the planning of special events and programs.
Assist with project management for consumer campaigns inclusive of timeline development, calendar management and trafficking of advertising/promotional campaigns.
Support and represent the Trust at public events and activities, including some that occur on evenings and weekends.
Monitor metrics for specific marketing campaigns and initiatives, and support the development or recap reports and presentations.
QUALIFICATIONS
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Teamwork skills, including ability to work collaboratively, efficiently, and at times independently
Knowledge of and interest in the Bay Area media, business and community landscape
Interest in destination marketing and the execution of integrated marketing campaigns
Strong research and analytical skills
Detail oriented
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Word, PowerPoint and Exce
Experience managing and curating contact lists
Preferred degree in Communications, Journalism, and/or Business with emphasis in Marketing
Must be a US Citizen and at least 21 years old
Must possess a valid State driver’s license
BENEFITS
Stipend: $300 every two weeks.
Free Housing: This internship provides a unique opportunity for interns to live and serve in a distinctive national park site in San Francisco while gaining real world work experience and extensive training in the field of Marketing & Communications. Interns receive free housing and a stipend to cover living expenses. Living in the Presidio is a requirement of the internship.
Transportation Benefit: $50 monthly parking permits for car owners or $50/month for non-car owners.
How to apply
Interested candidates should apply by email with cover letter, resume and contact information for at least two references to Kathryn Inglin at interns@presidiotrust.gov. PDF format is preferred but Microsoft Word versions re acceptable.