Dressage Marketing and Operations Internship

Wellington International; Wellington (FL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Wellington International is seeking a Dressage Marketing Intern to support day-to-day marketing activities during the 2027 Global Dressage Festival (January through March). This internship provides hands-on experience in digital marketing, traditional marketing, content creation, social media management, and brand strategy.

The intern will work closely with the Dressage Marketing Manager and liaise across operations and marketing teams to assist with schedules, events, and marketing performance.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a college/university pursuing marketing, communications, business, public relations, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Assist with weekly accreditation for CDI competitions.
• Help organize awards and presentations for CDI competitions.
• Liaise with sponsors of CDI events.
• Support dressage team with Friday Night Stars (FNL) prep.
• Assist in creating and distributing daily CDI schedules.
• Help organize and execute the CDI jog during CDI competitions.
• Perform general admin tasks to support the Dressage Marketing team.
• Assist in creating and scheduling social media posts (Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, etc.).
• Draft blog posts, editorial articles, email newsletters, and marketing content; assist with photo/video shoots.

Skills

Excellent verbal and written commn.

Education

Marketing/Communications/business degree (enrolled)

Job description

Wellington International is seeking a Dressage Marketing Intern to support the day-to-day marketing activities during the 2027 Global Dressage Festival (January through March). This internship provides hands‑on experience in digital marketing, traditional marketing, content creation, social media management, and brand strategy. Join their growing team of dynamic individuals. The ideal candidate will be highly motivated, organized, and have the ability to liaise across the operations and marketing teams. This position will work closely with the Dressage Marketing Manager at the Global Dressage Festival.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Assist with the weekly accreditation of riders et al for the CDI competitions.
• Help organize all awards and presentations for the CDI competitions.
• Liaise with sponsors of CDI competitions.
• Support the dressage team with the preparation for Friday Night Stars (FNL).
• Assist with the creation and distribution of daily CDI schedules.
• Help organize and execute the CDI jog during CDI competitions.
• Perform general administrative tasks to support the Dressage Marketing team.
• Assist in creating and scheduling social media posts across platforms (Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, etc.).
• Draft blog posts, editorial articles, email newsletters, and marketing content. Assist with photo and video shoots, editing, and organizing media assets.
• Support planning and coordination of events, promotions, or product launches.
• Help with the distribution of marketing material across the show grounds.
• Monitor and create reports on marketing performance metrics.
• Work harmoniously with other interns and employees.
• Must maintain a good attendance record.
• Must be able to follow instructions and adhere to all policies and procedures.

Requirements

• Applicants must be enrolled in an accredited college/university pursuing a degree in marketing, communications, business, public relations, or a related field.
• Interns will be responsible for their housing arrangements.
• Applicants must have employment authorization to work in the U.S.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks.
• Applicants must be able to work varying hours, including nights and weekends.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift 20 pounds regularly.
• Must be able to work nights and weekends.

Equestrian Sport Productions is an equal opportunity employer and administers all personnel practices without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, gender, age, ancestry, national origin, mental or physical disability or medical condition, sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other category protected under federal, state, or local law. Equestrian Sport Productions participates in E-Verify. All offers of employment are contingent upon completing and passing the compliance process.