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Social Media Intern - Missoula

Make Choteau Home, Missoula, MT, United States


Job Summary Missoula Friends of the Shelter is a 501c3 non profit founded to partner with Missoula County/City Animal Services. We financially support the medical care of stray and sheltered pets, and the Animal Services projects that benefit our community pets.

We are seeking a creative and motivated Social Media Intern to partner with the Friends of the Shelter organization. This paid internship offers an excellent opportunity to gain hands‑on experience in digital marketing, social media management, and content creation. The ideal candidate will assist in developing engaging online content, managing social media platforms, and supporting brand awareness initiatives. This role is perfect for individuals passionate about social media trends, digital marketing strategies, and visual storytelling. This role will report to a Supervisor/Mentor who is a member of the FOS Board of Directors.

Responsibilities

In partnership with the FOS - Board of Directors, develop and curate engaging content across various social media platforms including Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn.

Assist in managing social media calendars and scheduling posts. Conduct social listening to monitor brand reputation and industry trends.

Create visually appealing graphics and videos

Support SEO efforts through keyword research and optimizing content for search engines.

Analyze web and social media analytics to measure campaign effectiveness.

Collateine with the Missoula FOS Board of Directors on branding initiatives and public relations strategies.

Assist in running Facebook Advertising campaigns and other paid promotions as approved by the FOS Board of Directors

Proofread all content for accuracy, clarity, and brand consistency.

Engage with followers to foster relationships and manage online community interactions.

Support e-commerce initiatives by creating compelling product content and promotional materials.

Attend the monthly FOS Missoula Board of Directors meeting to report out on social actions, impact and recommendations.

Qualifications

Passion for the Missoula Friends of the Shelter mission, including the care of the health and wellness of animals

Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Marketing, Communications, Digital Media, or related field.

Strong understanding of social media platforms, trends, and best practices in social media marketing.

Experience with social media management tools

Knowledge of SEO principles, Google Analytics, web analytics, and keyword research techniques.

Excellent written communication skills with attention to detail for proofreading content.

Creative mindset with graphic design skills and experience in photography or video editing is a plus.

Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.

Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. This internship provides valuable experience in digital marketing strategies while supporting the growth of our brand across various online channels.

Compensation: This is a 1099 contract position. The compensation is $15-17 per hour based on previous knowledge and experience plus an opportunity for a performance bonus based on results. The estimated time required is 20 hours per month. A great gig to combine with your other job or internship.

Location: Work from home from the Missoula area on your own equipment. The Social Media Intern will be required to attend the monthly Friend of the Shelter - Missoula held at the Missoula Animal Services location at 6700 Butler Creek Road, Missoula, MT

TO APPLY: Send your resume to Friends of the Shelter - Missoula Board of Director, Jann Butler at jann@jannbutlercoach.com

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