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Marketing & Social Media Intern

Careerwebsite · Richmond, VA, USA ·

Job type:
Contract

Organization Overview
The mission of The Capital Collective is to prepare “missing middle” businesses to scale and find the right capital at the right time.

Position Overview
The Marketing & Social Media Intern will support The Capital Collective's marketing efforts, with a primary focus on growing and managing our social media presence. This role will help enhance the organization's online visibility and engagement, while also contributing to marketing materials, content, speaking opportunities, and campaigns across the organization. This internship offers hands‑on marketing and social media experience within a mission‑driven, non‑profit environment.

Key Responsibilities

Social Media Lead day-to-day posting and audience engagement across LinkedIn, Instagram, and other channels as added

Develop and share engaging, on‑brand content across all social platforms

Schedule posts, monitor engagement, and respond to comments and messages

Track and analyze social media performance metrics, and report on key trends

Collaborate with the marketing team to shape overall social media strategy and outreach

Marketing & Market Research
Assist in creating marketing materials, including signage, email campaigns, flyers, newsletters, and online promotions

Assist with the distribution and delivery of marketing materials

Assist with website updates and maintenance

Gather and prepare content and photos for blog posts, grant reports, and e-newsletters

Interview internal and external stakeholders to surface stories that highlight the impact of our programs and initiatives

Work with our public affairs contractor to support speaking opportunities and publicity efforts

Conduct market research and competitor analysis to support program design and inform client and participant recommendations.

Strong writing and storytelling ability

Proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook

Experience with cloud-based platforms (e.g., SharePoint, OneDrive)

Prior experience with Canva

Experience with Claude AI

Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook

Working knowledge of current and emerging social media platforms and trends

Comfortable conducting interviews with The Capital Collective stakeholders

Strong emotional intelligence and a professional demeanor

Ability to work independently as a self-starter, while also collaborating effectively as part of a team

Genuine interest in and respect for The Capital Collective's history, mission, and organizational culture

Openness to and respect for diverse perspectives and backgrounds

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