Marketing Intern (Seasonal)

Marketing Intern (Seasonal) Monkey Mind Escape Rooms | Portsmouth, NH Part-Time | Mid-May – Mid-August Pay: $18 per hour This is a hands-on, in-the-field role focused on community outreach, events, and brand representation. About Us Monkey Mind Escape Rooms is an award-winning interactive entertainment company located in the heart of downtown Portsmouth, NH. We create immersive, brain-bending adventures where players race the clock to solve puzzles and escape. We’re not just selling tickets—we’re creating experiences people talk about. About the Role This is not a behind-the-scenes internship. As our Marketing Intern, you will be out in the Portsmouth community building relationships, increasing visibility, and helping drive business during our busiest season. You’ll work directly with ownership and our marketing team to support campaigns while taking ownership of in-person outreach and local marketing efforts. This role requires initiative, preparation, and confidence—you will often be representing the brand independently. Key Responsibilities Community Outreach & Brand Representation (Primary Focus) Research and update contact lists for local businesses, hotels, and tourism partners Visit local businesses to introduce Monkey Mind Escape Rooms and share current offerings Build relationships and identify partnership opportunities Distribute and maintain marketing materials Represent the brand professionally in the community and at events Campaign & Project Support Research and execute the lodging outreach campaign targeting local hotels and inns Lead the seasonal summer reading programs initiative with local libraries Research, develop, and execute outreach to local community stakeholders and partners Events & Promotions Assist with setup, execution, and breakdown at local Market Square Day event Evaluate local events for alignment with target audience, budget, and timing Engage with the public and promote the Monkey Mind experience Help ensure materials, signage, and giveaways are prepared and organized Content & Marketing Support Capture photos/videos during outreach and events Assist with marketing materials using Canva, CapCut, or similar tools Collaborate with the marketing team on campaign ideas Assist with on-the-ground marketing efforts for a new room launch Tracking & Organization Maintain a log of outreach efforts, contacts, and results Assist with organizing marketing materials and inventory What We’re Looking For Self-starter who takes initiative and works independently Confident, outgoing, and comfortable approaching and speaking with new people Strong preparation skills—does research before taking action Professional, reliable, and accountable Organized with strong time management skills Strong verbal and written communication skills Comfortable learning new tools and systems Reliable transportation (local travel required) Bonus Qualifications Experience in customer service, hospitality, retail, or events Familiarity with Canva, social media, or content creation Interest in marketing, tourism, or local business What Makes This Role Different You’ll work on real marketing efforts, not busy work You’ll gain hands-on experience in both community-based and digital marketing You’ll represent a well-known local brand in a highly visible way Compensation & Benefits $18 per hour Reimbursement for the Portsmouth Workforce Parking Program As part of training, you’ll play through all Monkey Mind escape rooms (you’ll bring friends or family to join you) at no cost Schedule Approximately 10–20 hours per week, with scheduling based on active projects and campaign needs Primarily weekday daytime hours for outreach Occasional evenings or weekends for events Requirements Must be authorized to work in the United States Ability to stand, walk, and occasionally lift up to 20 lbs Availability from mid-May through mid-August Access to a personal laptop for project work and communication (a company laptop may be available if needed) Pay: $18.00 per hour Benefits: Flexible schedule Application Question(s): Please tell us the first day you are able to physically work in Portsmouth this spring and the last day you are available this summer. (Dates within a week are acceptable.) Tell me about a time you had to approach someone you didn’t know in person and start a conversation. What exactly did you say to get it started, and how did it go? Ability to Commute: Portsmouth, NH 03801 (Required) Work Location: Hybrid remote in Portsmouth, NH 03801