Management Trainee – Entry Level

MGN; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading marketing firm in Virginia is seeking a Management Trainee to gain hands-on leadership experience across departments. This role offers comprehensive paid training, mentorship, and a clear path to promotion. Ideal candidates are team-oriented, enthusiastic, and ready to engage in dynamic marketing initiatives.

Benefits

Comprehensive paid training

Defined path to promotion

Mentorship from experienced leaders

Performance-based bonuses

Travel opportunities

Inclusive workplace culture

Qualifications

• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Team-first mindset with a passion for learning.
• Ability to thrive in a goal-driven, high-energy environment.

Responsibilities

• Support daily business operations and campaign logistics.
• Assist with marketing and promotional campaign design.
• Lead outreach teams at live events.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal

Organizational

Team-building

Goal-driven

Job description

We are a high-energy event marketing and fundraising firm known for executing community-focused campaigns that increase brand awareness and deliver measurable results. Our client roster includes top-tier nonprofits and national organizations who trust us to build strategic, in-person marketing initiatives that drive real change.

We're currently seeking an ambitious Management Trainee to join our growing team. This role is perfect for someone eager to develop hands-on leadership, marketing, and operations experience in a fast-paced environment with clear paths to advancement.

As a Management Trainee, you’ll work directly with our leadership team and receive paid, hands-on training across multiple departments. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

• Supporting daily business operations and campaign logistics

• Assisting with the design and execution of marketing and promotional campaigns

• Leading small outreach teams at live events to drive brand visibility and audience engagement

• Ensuring smooth event setup, execution, and client satisfaction

• Tracking performance metrics and contributing actionable insights

• Participating in regular strategy and team development meetings

• Helping onboard and train new hires to support team growth

What You Bring

• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills

• A team-first mindset and a passion for learning and leadership

• Ability to thrive in a goal-driven, high-energy environment

• Interest in marketing, brand promotions, team building, and business operations

• Must be 18+ and legally authorized to work in the U.S.

• Experience in customer service, retail, or team leadership is helpful—but not required (we provide full training!)

What You’ll Gain

• Comprehensive paid training in leadership, marketing, and event coordination

• A clearly defined path to promotion and management roles

• Mentorship from experienced leaders and access to professional development resources

• Performance-based bonuses and incentive programs

• Travel opportunities for training, leadership conferences, and client events

• A fun, inclusive, and supportive workplace culture