Responsibilities

• Build out partner profiles with new information gathered
• Communicate appropriate issues up to management
• Assist in marketing activations, event productions and trade show opportunities
• Assist staff with implementation of new projects and facilitate additional responsibilities as requested
• Assist in designing and finalizing swag items, event décor and gathering donations from local partners
• Assist with delivery of marketing collateral delivery across our county
• Assist with running errands on behalf of the company throughout the county
• Assist community engagement team in gathering information for countywide destination management initiatives
• Find partner profiles that need development and communicate with partner engagement manager and marketing operations specialists on information needed
• Other research projects as requested

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a degree in marketing, tourism, or related field
• Exceptional interpersonal communication
• Problem solving skills and ability to propose and direct successful solutions
• Strong communication skills (oral and written)
• Professionalism when engaging with partners & stakeholders
• Valid driver’s license and personal vehicle for business assignments
• Must be able to work a minimum of 20 hours a week during business hours (M-F, 8:30am - 5pm; some flexibility)
• Be available for entire 8.5 week internship period (except for a few days off, nothing longer than 4 days)
• Must be a college student (or graduated within the previous 2 quarters) in San Luis Obispo County

Preferred

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Passion for Visit SLO CAL’s mission
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Professional, positive, and confident attitude