The Marketing Intern works in an in-house position with the Marketing Department, gaining valuable experience in multiple areas of marketing, communications, creative services, corporate partnerships, retail, special events & experiences, social media, advertising, research, and analytics.

Essential Functions:

• Regular and predictable attendance is expected and required. All Cleveland Metroparks employees must be prepared to work flexible schedules, including evenings, weekends, and/or holidays as required.

• Provides support to the department and assists with related functions and special projects as assigned.

• Serve as customer support liaison between public and internal staff.

• Assists with corporate partnership activation as needed and provides client support.

• Provides departmental support and assists with related functions and special projects as assigned.

• Assist in the collection, analysis, and synthesis of information, including survey data collection through in-person intercepts/interviews.

• Assists with setup, execution, and tear down for special events, ribbon cuttings or media interviews.

• Assists with event promotions including collaboration with partners, stakeholders, and the media.

• Performs updates to website content and assists with ongoing website maintenance.

• Gathers information and creates e-newsletter.

• Drafts and/or proofreads written communications, social posts, press releases and website content for quality and accuracy.

• Candidate may work at various locations throughout the Park District.

• Keeps direct supervisor promptly informed of key/significant issues or concerns.

• Carries out duties and responsibilities in a safe and efficient manner to maintain a safe work environment and surrounding area for oneself, co-workers and public. Responds to hazardous situations and/or potentially unsafe conditions by taking corrective action as capable and promptly notifying supervisory personnel.

• Performs related duties as assigned or apparent.

• Must be currently enrolled in college and pursuing coursework in marketing orcommunication.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with stakeholders, including employees and the general public.
• Ability to speak and write clearly, concisely, and persuasively using correct grammar, spelling, and punctuation with ability to communicate one-on-one or in group settings.
• Ability to perform work with a high degree of accuracy and organization.
• Ability to work cooperatively with others.
• Ability to perform with considerable independence and initiative.
• Proficient in the Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Suite.

Work Schedule: Must be available to work a flexible schedule

Filing Deadline: Open until filled