Marketing & Communications Intern at Daniel Stowe Conservancy | Belmont, NC

Daniel Stowe Conservancy

Marketing & Communications Intern

Belmont, NC (Hybrid)

Salary Not AvailableIntern/New GradInternship

Posted 5 months ago

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Job Summary

Assist Marketing and Communications for Daniel Stowe Conservancy with content creation, social media, events, and guest experience to support conservation and education goals.

Must-have: Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from Marketing, Communications, PR, Journalism, Graphic Design, or related field.
Must-have: Availability for nights/weekends and willingness to wear a uniform.
Standout: Real-world nonprofit marketing exposure and portfolio-building opportunities.

Job Description

Responsibilities

Understands the importance of each guest to Stowe and drives excellence to ensure an optimal experience in every way.
Assists with creating and scheduling content for social media platforms (Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, etc.).
Assists with writing and editing website content, blog posts, press materials, and promotional copy.
Assists with photography, short-form video, and content capture on-site (as needed).
Supports events, exhibitions, and educational programs as needed.
Tracks basic marketing metrics and compiles reports.
Provides general marketing and communications support as needed.
Exemplifies Stowe’s Mission Statement and supports staff, departments, and leadership in pursuing and achieving goals.

Requirements

Exhibits a passion for the mission of Daniel Stowe Conservancy.
Successfully pass a standard background review.
Must be willing to wear a uniform and work outside as needed.
Available to work nights and weekends to support events.
Must be willing to serve all guests equally regardless of their race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, gender identity and/or sexual orientation.
Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a program in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Graphic Design or a related field.
Strong written communication skills and attention to detail.
Familiarity with social media platforms and trends.
Interest in nonprofits, conservation, education or the arts.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred

Basic knowledge of Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, or social scheduling platforms is a plus (but not required).

Benefits

Real-world marketing and communications experience in a nonprofit setting.
Portfolio-building opportunities with published content.
Exposure to event marketing, branding, and storytelling.
Professional mentorship and networking opportunities.
A chance to support a mission-driven organization making a local impact.

Daniel Stowe Conservancy

Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden, the Carolinas’ Garden for all Seasons, provides guests a chance to reconnect with nature. Located within 380 acres on the banks of Lake Wylie, spectacular gardens, sparkling fountains, a visitor pavilion, a garden store and nature walk await the visitor. The Orchid Conservatory, opened in January 2008, is the Carolina’s only glasshouse dedicated to the display of orchids and tropical plants and includes the southeast’s largest public display of bromeliads. Committed to horticultural excellence, Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden is a must-see for all ages.

Founded in 1994

Belmont, North Carolina, USA

42 employees (3 in marketing)

www.dsbg.org