Summer 2026 Marketing and Communications Intern

Boulder County, CO (Hybrid)

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Posted 4 months ago

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Job Summary

Support downtown marketing and communications tasks as an intern, with flexible hours and hybrid work, focusing on writing, social media, and basic marketing skills.

  • Assist with website/newsletter editing, graphic design, and blog writing.
  • Must-have: Course-credit eligibility and strong written/verbal communication.
  • Standout: Hybrid internship with a tailored experience during Summer 2026.

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • The Marketing and Communications Intern will gain applicable experience in a fast-paced office environment.
  • This position will allow the intern to develop basic knowledge in website and newsletter editing, graphic design, creative blog writing, market research and social media marketing.
  • Downtown Boulder interns are integral to a team working on short- and long-term projects using multiple skill sets.
  • Your experience will be tailored to your skills and career goals.
  • Hours: Flexible (10-15 per week, or per college requirement)
  • This is a hybrid position.

Requirements

  • Eligibility to receive course credit at an accredited college or university
  • Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal
  • Positive attitude and ability to work well with others
  • Eagerness to learn
  • Attention to detail and ability to multitask
  • Organizational and planning strengths
  • Interest in creative writing and blogging
  • Basic knowledge of social media platforms (Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Tiktok)

Preferred

  • Preferred areas of study: Communication, Journalism, Media Studies, Public Relations and Marketing
Downtown Boulder Partnership logo

Downtown Boulder Partnership

The Downtown Boulder Partnership (DBP) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to the preservation and enhancement of downtown as the heart of the greater Boulder community. As the umbrella organization for the Downtown Boulder Business Improvement District (BID) and the Downtown Boulder Community Initiatives (DBCI), the Partnership works tirelessly to make downtown Boulder a national model of success. The Downtown Boulder Partnership (DBP) is a 501(c)6 nonprofit / membership-based organization. DBP promotes the civic, economic and commercial vitality of downtown Boulder - while helping preserve its historic and cultural environment as the heart of the greater Boulder community. DBP supports downtown businesses through public policy advocacy and provides staff to implement the missions of the Downtown Boulder Business Improvement District (BID) and Downtown Boulder Community Initiatives (DBCI).The Downtown Boulder Business Improvement District (BID) is a quasi-municipal corporation and political subdivision of the State of Colorado formed in 1999. The BID encompasses a 49-block taxing district approved by downtown property owners to cultivate a cleaner, safer and more vibrant downtown community. The tax revenue is used by the BID to provide maintenance services that supplement those provided by the City of Boulder and to provide a comprehensive consumer marketing and communication program.Downtown Boulder Community Initiatives (DBCI) (formerly known as the Downtown Boulder Foundation) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit created in 2017. The organization's mission is to engage visitors and locals alike through arts, culture, innovation and inclusive, community-driven experiences in downtown Boulder.

Boulder, Colorado, USA
15 employees (6 in marketing)

Traffic Signals

Monthly Visitors
46K
Monthly Google Ads Budget
$17.1K
Traffic Source Mix
Search
70%
Direct
23.3%
Referral
4.2%
Social
1.6%
Paid
0.8%

Headcount Trend

Current headcount: ~15

Marketing Team

Marketing Team Size
5 (33% of company)

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