Marketing Intern Job at Magnolia Plantation & Gardens in Charleston

Magnolia Plantation & Gardens is seeking a creative and motivated Marketing Intern to join our team. This role provides a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the marketing and communications field within a historic and nature-focused environment. The Marketing Intern will support Magnolia’s mission to showcase our three pillars—history, horticulture, and nature—by assisting in various marketing initiatives, including social media, content creation, event promotion, and customer engagement strategies.

What you will be doing:

• Content Creation: Help develop written and visual content for marketing materials, including blog posts, newsletters, and event promotions. Capture photos and videos of the property, events, and guests to be used in marketing campaigns.
• Social Media Management: Assist in creating, scheduling, and monitoring social media posts across multiple platforms (Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, etc.). Engage with followers and help respond to comments and messages in a timely and professional manner.
• Email Marketing: Assist in drafting, editing, and distributing email campaigns to targeted audiences. Support the maintenance of the email marketing database.
• Event Support: Assist with the planning and promotion of events, such as seasonal festivals, educational programs, and specialty tours. Support on-site event logistics to help create a memorable guest experience.
• Market Research: Conduct research on competitors, industry trends, and target audiences to help refine marketing strategies and enhance Magnolia’s outreach efforts.
• Community Engagement: Work with the team to engage with local organizations, schools, and community groups to build relationships and spread awareness of Magnolia’s mission and upcoming events.
• Administrative Support: Assist with general administrative tasks related to marketing and communications as needed, including maintaining organized records of digital assets, schedules, and reports.

Team Spirit: Represents a team spirit and positive attitude when handling other duties as assigned, providing support across departments as needed.

Requirements

Who you are:

• Currently pursuing a degree in Marketing, Broadcasting, Communications, Public Relations, Business, or a related field.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Familiarity with social media platforms and an interest in social media strategy.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and some experience with design software like Canva, Adobe Suite, or similar tools is preferred.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to multitask.
• A passion for Magnolia’s mission and an interest in history, horticulture, or nature.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.

Benefits

Internship will be paid at $7.25/hour.

Employee Discounts

• Experience our history, horticulture and nature with your loved ones! Employees can host their immediate family members (on non-scheduled working days) to Magnolia! This includes free admission to the gardens and to all tours. If immediate family members visit during an employee's scheduled working day, eligible family members are welcome to visit the gardens with free admission. Please contact the Welcome Center for more information.
• Save 50% on all on-site venue rentals (includes standard fees), 40% off at our charming Gift Shop and meal discounts at our impeccable Peacock Cafe!
• Employees and their immediate family members can join Community Events for free!
• Enjoy discounted pricing for Magnolia's prime Special Events
• Earn your Reciprocal Admission Pass after your first 90 days! This gold pass allows you and one guest free admittance to over 40 participating attractions such as: SC Aquarium, SpiritLine Cruises, Charleston County Parks, Children's Museum of the Lowcountry and many more!
• Team Members are provided company branded uniform items at no cost!

Training & Development

• No-cost continuing education training for current licenses that benefit both you and MPC
• Limitless internal training and development opportunities!

Additional Perks

• It really pays! Referral bonus for an employee's referral that is hired and completes three months of service. $500 for full-time hires and $250 for part-time hires.

• Accept your own stainless steel Magnolia logoed bottle, perfect for preserving our environment and keeping your drinks hot or cold (up to 24 hours)
• 6mi of Biking and Walking Trails for you to use