Intern, Social Media Marketing

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Intern, Social Media Marketing

The journey of a Summer Intern in HMA Marketing & Social Marketing offers an unparalleled opportunity to immerse yourself in the dynamic world of automotive social media. As you contribute to the evolution of Hyundai's digital presence, you'll not only learn what drives daily decisions but also grasp the essence of consumer behavior online. This role isn't just about tasks; it's about shaping experiences and building connections.

You'll gain invaluable insights into our go-to-market strategy and discover how social media harmonizes with the broader marketing mix. This is your chance to explore innovative social strategies and tactics, collaborating with diverse internal teams-from PR to CSR-and agency professionals like Innocean and Canvas.

Join us in shaping the future of the industry and unlocking your full potential! Hyundai internships are experiences optimized for student candidates. To be eligible, you must be an undergraduate or graduate student in an accredited program during the internship term with an expected graduation date between December 2025 through June 2027.

Timeline:
Application Window: November to February 2025
Interviews: February 2025 to April 2025
Summer Program: June 2025 to August 2025
Location: National Headquarters in Fountain Valley, CA. - Seeking local candidates only.
Must be eligible to work up to 40 hours per week

Major Responsibilities:

• Work with business stakeholders, partners, the in-house teams to review and report on Social Media trends and platform news/updates.
• Work with IWA and other agency partners to develop a planning/production calendar for social content.
• Research social media branded content and monitor Hyundai mentions across platforms and FB groups.
• Provide one innovative idea that represents an opportunity for the Hyundai brand on social media. Create an assignment summary and presentation on how it will benefit the brand.
• Sit in on creative, media, social media-related meetings to provide fresh eyes on projects and keep conversational notes.
• Sit in on organizational meetings to understand the business and organization.
• Meet with other business units-PR, CSR, H.com, CRM, Experiential, etc.-to better understand the Hyundai brand and marketing objectives.
• Research other OEMs and Brands to see and report on how our competitors are engaging across social media channels/platforms.

Additional Notes:

• Available for a full-time paid internship in June to August 2025
• Local to NHQ (no relocation or housing will be offered)
• Must be legally authorized to work in the US on a full-time basis during the internship
• Hybrid schedule (onsite 3-4x per week, depending on business/project need)
• Visa sponsorship is not available
• Work hours are 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM (Monday-Friday)
• Compensation: $25.00/Hour

Education:

• Must be a high school graduate
• Must be an undergraduate or graduate student in an accredited program during the internship term with an expected graduation date between December 2025 through June 2027.

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