Marketing & Partnerships Intern - Rambler Blacksburg

LV Collective; Blacksburg (VA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Rambler is seeking a Marketing & Partnerships Intern to help implement and grow the brand ambassador program and community relationships at the Blacksburg campus. You will recruit on campus, onboard ambassadors, manage communications, and plan monthly events, while writing newsletters using Canva and HubSpot.

The paid internship runs January 2027 to May 2027 with 15–25 hours per week at $15/hour, offering practical sales and marketing experience near Virginia Tech.

Qualifications

• Current college student pursuing a Bachelor's degree.
• Experience using Canva, Instagram, TikTok and GroupMe preferred.
• Bonus points for experience with CasaPerks or HubSpot.
• Fluent in English and its rules.
• Brand ambassador experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Identify potential Brand Ambassadors on campus (Virginia Tech).
• Recruit, interview and onboard all Brand Ambassadors.
• Manage recruiting follow ups and onboarding in HubSpot.
• Administer Ambassador contracts.
• Build relationships and coordinate communication with Brand Ambassadors.
• Monitor engagement via Brand Ambassador Platform to meet goals.
• Plan and execute monthly events.
• Plan and implement community engagement strategies with university organizations and local businesses.
• Write, create and distribute monthly newsletter using Canva and HubSpot tools.
• Nurture ambassador relationships, communicating in-person and via text/social media.
• Represent and build Rambler brand; contribute creative merch ideas.
• Assist in planning lifestyle photoshoots.

Skills

Canva

Instagram

TikTok

GroupMe

English fluency

Education

Bachelor's degree in progress

Tools

HubSpot

CasaPerks

Canva

Job description

Are you a socially savvy college student who has strong project management skills and a desire to bring ideas to life? Do you live for building new relationships and believe in the power of influence? Do you thrive in a fast-paced work environment? Are you a natural born leader with excitement to grow? We're looking for a Marketing & Partnerships Intern to help implement, grow and manage our brand ambassador program and community relationships!

About the Brand Ambassador Program

We recruit the micro-influencers on campus to be the face of the Rambler brand. These ambassadors are the face of our brand on campus and use their influence to create awareness, drive leads and ultimately refer leases to the property. Ambassadors and Affiliates get exclusive Rambler merch, attend exciting events, and gain valuable sales and marketing experience.

Job Responsibilities

• Identify potential Brand Ambassadors at Virginia Tech.
• Recruit, interview and onboard all Brand Ambassadors.
• Manage recruiting follow ups and onboarding process in HubSpot
• Administer Ambassador contracts
• Build relationships and coordinate communication with Brand Ambassadors
• Monitor engagement via Brand Ambassador Platform to ensure goals are being met
• Plan and execute engaging and exciting monthly events
• Plan and implement community engagement strategies with university organizations and local businesses
• Write, create and distribute monthly newsletter using Canva templates and HubSpot's email tool
• Nurture ambassador and affiliate relationships, engaging regularly both in-person and virtually through text messaging and social media
• Represent and continue to build the brand of the property
• Provide creative and unique ideas for property merchandise
• Assist in planning and coordination of lifestyle photoshoots

Qualifications and Experience

• Current college student in pursuit of a Bachelor's degree, preferably in Marketing, Communications, Advertising, PR or related fields of study
• Experience using Canva, Instagram, TikTok and GroupMe preferred
• Bonus points for experience with CasaPerks or HubSpot
• Fluent in the English language and its rules and proper usage
• Experience as a brand ambassador is a plus

Skills You Will Gain

• Recruiting & Networking
• Contract Management
• Event Planning
• People Management
• Sales Experience
• Email Marketing
• Professional Photo Shoot Experience
• Administrative Skills

About Rambler

Rambler is a new student housing property coming to Blacksburg, Virginia, located near Virginia Tech, opening Fall 2027.

This paid internship will run from January 2027 to May 2027, with the potential to continue through summer and fall. The internship will be approximately 15-25 hours per week. Pay is $15 per hour.

LV Collective is an equal-opportunity employer. In accordance with anti-discrimination law, it is the purpose of this policy to effectuate these principles and mandates. LV Collective prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. LV Collective conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.