About the role#
The Gateway Arch and Riverboats at the Gateway Arch are looking for a Marketing Intern to join the tourism marketing team. You will support social media coordination, marketing, and communications efforts for these St. Louis attractions. This role offers hands-on experience in content creation, community management, and campaign planning.
What you'll do#
- Plan, create, and schedule social media content and campaigns to drive audience engagement and ticket sales.
- Manage social media communities by drafting responses to direct messages and public comments.
- Research local brands, influencers, and partners for potential engagement.
- Coordinate with Operations teams to involve frontline staff in social media content.
- Organize and catalog digital assets captured by the team and visitors.
- Attend meetings with internal sales teams, operations, and partners like the National Park Service.
- Develop and execute a creative three- to six-month content series from concept to implementation.
- Assist with daily marketing tasks, including email newsletters, website updates, and general administration.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a Marketing or Communications program.
- Ability to work 12 to 20 hours per week.
- Access to a smartphone capable of capturing high-quality photos and videos.
- Proficiency in social media platforms like Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube.
- Reliable transportation.
- Strong time management, organizational, and collaboration skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
- Interest in social media trends, storytelling, and content creation.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple assignments while meeting deadlines.
Location & details#
- This position is based on-site in St. Louis, Missouri.
- This is a paid internship with a compensation rate of $20.00 per hour.
About Bi-State Development
Bi-State Development is a government agency based in St. Louis, Missouri. Founded in 1949, the organization manages public transportation, regional freight infrastructure, and tourism assets. It operates the Metro Transit system, the St. Louis Downtown Airport, and several attractions at the Gateway Arch. The agency partners with public and private entities to support economic development across the region.
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