Marketing Intern (Social Media Focus)

Social Media Marketing Intern – Summer 2024

The mission of Ben’s Bells is to inspire, educate, and motivate people to realize the impact of intentional kindness, and to empower individuals to act according to that awareness, thereby strengthening ourselves, our relationships, and our communities.

Recent research demonstrates that kindness benefits our physical and mental health and that recognizing kindness in others increases a person’s happiness and satisfaction. But just as solving a calculus problem requires advanced math skills, the challenges of daily life require advanced kindness skills. By focusing on kindness and being intentional in our personal interactions, we can improve our ability to connect. The mission of Ben’s Bells is to inspire individuals and communities to engage in kindness education and practice. For more information on the organization, visit www.bensbells.org.

Position Summary

The Social Media Intern will work closely with the Marketing and Events Manager to execute social media strategies and produce content highlighting our Education, Studio, and Development departments while promoting our mission.

Key Responsibilities:

Content Creation & Editing
• Provide input and ideas to increase mission awareness, reach, and engagement via social media content
• Analyze current social media trends and develop strategies to integrate them into current social media content
• Brainstorm and produce engaging video and graphic content showcasing our departments and mission
• Edit video footage, adding on-screen text, captions, trending audio, and other visual elements to enhance storytelling
• Draft concise, on-brand captions and on-screen text for Instagram and Facebook posts

Scheduling & Posting
• Plan and schedule content using Meta Business Suite for consistent and timely posting
• Monitor post performance, providing insights on engagement and reach
• Collaborate with Retail Social Media intern on cross-promotion

Qualifications:
• Currently pursuing or recently graduated in Marketing, Communications, or a related field
• Experience with content creation on various social media platforms strongly preferred (Instagram, Facebook, etc.)
• Experience with video editing tools (CapCut)
• Basic graphic design skills (e.g., Canva)
• Strong writing skills and attention to detail
• Creative mindset and ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment

Benefits:
• Gain valuable hands-on experience in social media marketing and content creation
• Develop skills in communication, teamwork, and community building
• Contribute to meaningful initiatives that promote kindness and positivity
• Flexible scheduling to accommodate academic commitments

Requirements:
• 8-12 hours per week of duties performed on-site at our 40 W Broadway location (negotiable depending on requirements of degree program)
• Personal computer & smartphone
• Must secure parking as needed

Timeline Summer 2025