Marketing & Communications Internship

Richmond, VA (On-site)

$14/hr – $18/hrIntern/New GradPart time

Posted 10 days ago

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Job Summary

Own and execute youth-focused marketing workstreams across social, email, and website content while supporting communications, analytics, and local events; collaborate with the team to ensure engaging, safe, and kid-centric programs.

  • Content creation and copy/design for social, newsletters, and website
  • Social media scheduling, engagement monitoring, and trend research
  • Communications drafting/editing and outreach materials

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Content Creation: Assist in developing engaging content for social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, etc.), email newsletters, and website updates. This may include writing short copy, designing graphics, and helping with photo/video projects.
  • Social Media Management: Schedule and post content, monitor engagement, and research trending topics relevant to youth sports and family activities.
  • Communications Support: Draft and edit internal and external communications, including parent newsletters, team messages, and outreach materials.
  • Reporting & Analytics: Help track key marketing metrics and compile reports on campaign performance.
  • Promotional Event Support: Assist with preparation for and execution of local promotional events, such as Free Fun Days and community activations.
  • Administrative Support: Provide general administrative assistance to the marketing and communications team as needed.
  • Coaching
  • Coaching Soccer Shots sessions will be a portion of your internship including travel to locations
  • Safety-conscious, whose #1 priority is the safety of children under their care.
  • Caring, engaging with each child through specific and positive affirmation.

Requirements

  • Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's degree program, preferably in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or a related field.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Familiarity with social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram) and basic content creation tools.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
  • Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
  • A passion for working with children and an interest in youth sports is a plus.
  • Proficiency in graphic design software (e.g., Canva, Adobe Creative Suite) is a bonus.

Benefits

  • Opportunity for advancement
  • Training & development
  • Company parties
  • Great company culture
  • Leadership Training
  • Hands-on experience in a real-world marketing and communications setting
  • Mentorship and guidance from experienced professionals
  • Opportunity to contribute to a mission-driven organization that positively impacts children
  • Flexible scheduling to accommodate academic commitments
  • Other benefits: academic credit, networking opportunities, stipends
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Soccer Shots Richmond

Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best-in-class coaching, communication and curriculum. Our coaches are the best-trained in the business. Our expert-approved curriculum is age-appropriate and aligns with Virginia’s Early Childhood Education Learning Standards. In addition we provide an exceptional customer experience and ongoing communication with parents

Founded in 2010
Richmond, Virginia, USA
16 employees (2 in marketing)

Traffic Signals

Monthly Visitors
138.7K
Monthly Google Ads Budget
$558
Traffic Source Mix
Search
35.1%
Direct
58%
Referral
5.5%
Social
0.9%
Paid
0.4%

Headcount Trend

Current headcount: ~16

Marketing Team

Marketing Team Size
2 (13% of company)
Marketing Roles Posted (Last 30 Days)
3