Summer Marketing Intern

Salary: $15.00 HourlyLocation : Highland Village, TXJob Type: Part TimeJob Number: 00324Department: Communications and MarketingOpening Date: 04/10/2026DescriptionAre you a creative individual with a passion for marketing, content creation, and community engagement? The City of Highland Village is seeking a Marketing Intern to join our Marketing & Communications team. This internship offers hands-on experience supporting campaigns for Parks and Recreation programs, promoting City parks and community events, creating digital and social media content, and assisting with website updates. Interns will collaborate on meaningful projects that enhance community awareness while building practical skills in marketing, design, and public sector communications.Learning Objectives:Develop Marketing Campaign SkillsGain hands-on experience creating and executing campaigns for Parks and Recreation programs, including Camp Highland Village.Strengthen Community Promotion & BrandingLearn to promote City parks and amenities through engaging, brand-consistent content.Enhance Event Marketing & Content CreationSupport events like Celebrate Highland Village through photography, graphics, and social media content.Gain Nonprofit Marketing ExperienceAssist with promotions for events like the Unity Luncheon and support nonprofit messaging.Develop Social Media Strategy SkillsCreate, schedule, and analyze content to improve engagement and reach.Build Graphic Design SkillsDesign marketing materials using tools like Adobe Creative Suite or Canva.Learn Website & Accessibility Best PracticesAssist with website updates and redesign while learning WCAG 2.0 standards.Develop Communication & Project Management SkillsCollaborate with teams, manage projects, and meet deadlines in a professional environment.Job RequirementsHigh School Diploma or GED requiredCurrently enrolled in a college or university pursuing a degree in Marketing or related fieldProfessor/Instructor recommendation preferredExcellent working knowledge of computer software and social media applicationsAbility to deal effectively with the public, City employees and communicate clearly and tactfully with co-workersAbility to attend work regularly and learn new technical skills quickly and efficientlyAbility to stand, walk and sit four hours per daySpecial Requirements:Must submit to and pass a pre-employment drug testValid Class C Driver's License with a good driving record as defined by City policyNo benefits offered for part time positions.01Have you obtained a high school diploma, GED, or equivalent credential?YesNo02Are you currently enrolled in a college/university pursuing Marketing or a related field?YesNo03Do you have a valid Texas driver's license?YesNo04Briefly describe your experience creating or managing social media or marketing content.05Briefly list any marketing or design tools you have used then indicate your skill level for each (Beginner, Intermediate, or Advanced).Examples of tools: Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, social media platforms, website/CMS tools.06Do you have experience capturing photos or videos for events or marketing purposes? (Yes/No)If yes, briefly describe your experience.YesNo