Social Media Intern
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Job Description
About Whimstay:
Whimstay is a revolutionary last-minute vacation rental marketplace. It connects travelers with amazing deals on unsold vacation rental inventory, offering significant discounts on properties that would otherwise sit vacant. This creates a win-win situation for both property owners and spontaneous travelers.
Job Description: Social Media Intern
Whimstay is seeking a passionate and creative Social Media Intern to join its growing marketing team. This is a hands-on opportunity to gain practical experience in travel industry marketing and build a professional portfolio within a dynamic startup environment.
Responsibilities:
• Collaborate with the Art Director to create engaging social media content for Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and Instagram showcasing vacation rentals and travel experiences.
• Research trending topics and relevant hashtags within the travel and vacation rental industry.
• Assist in the development and implementation of social media marketing campaigns.
• Monitor social media performance metrics and prepare insightful performance reports.
• Actively engage with followers, responding to comments and messages.
• Collaborate with the marketing team on content calendars and overall social media strategy.
Benefits:
• Gain practical experience in social media marketing within a travel tech startup.
• Build a strong portfolio showcasing real campaign work.
• Receive mentorship from experienced marketing professionals.
• Potential for future employment opportunities or referrals.
• Earn college credit (if applicable with your institution).
• Obtain exposure to startup operations and the vacation rental industry.
Requirements:
• Students or recent graduates with a background in Marketing, Communications, Hospitality, or a related field.
• A strong understanding of various social media platforms and best practices.
• Excellent written and visual communication skills.
• A creative mindset and a keen eye for compelling content.
• Self-motivation and the ability to work remotely.
• Availability for a minimum of 20 hours per week throughout the summer internship (May-August 2025).
Compensation:
This is an unpaid summer internship focused on providing valuable professional experience and skills development. Whimstay is committed to ensuring the internship complies with Department of Labor guidelines for unpaid internships.
