Marketing Intern - Events

COMPENSATION RANGE: $17.00/hour

THE HIRING COMPANY: Discovery Capital is a privately owned design-build and property management firm based in Columbia, Missouri. For more than 20 years, we have fulfilled community needs by building a diverse commercial and residential real estate portfolio across the Midwest. Over the years, our portfolio has grown to include hotels, restaurants, mixed-use and market-rate communities, in addition to commercial and retail spaces. We remain focused on our plans for growth and currently have several exciting projects under construction and in queue! 

THE MARKETING INTERN POSITION: Our interns work under the direction of the Marketing Department, with a goal of driving business and engaging with our target market. You will be assisting our full time staff with creating, planning, and executing special events, specifically for our restaurants and entertainment venues. 

MARKETING INTERN RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist with research and planning for events.
• Attend select events (including nights and weekends) to help facilitate and capture content (strong photography skills preferred).
• Update graphics for print and digital distribution (basic graphic design skills required).
• Distribute and install posters, signage, and flyers both on-site and in the community as needed.
• Support social media efforts by creating, scheduling, and monitoring content.
• Analyze event turnout and overall brand awareness

MARKETING INTERN QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree or coursework in marketing, communications, graphic design, event management, or a related field (preferred but not required).
• Prior experience in event planning, marketing, social media management, or graphic design is a plus.
• Understanding all social media platforms, marketing strategies and analytics
• Proficiency in social media platforms (Instagram, Facebook, X, LinkedIn, TikTok)
• Familiarity with social media analytics tools and trends.
• Experience with event planning/strategizing 
• Ability to work a minimum of 15-20 hours per week, including some weekends.