Social Media Marketing Intern

Royal Credit Union Inc.; Eau Claire (WI); Remote; USD 25,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

Royal Credit Union is seeking a Social Media Marketing Intern to create engaging content, support campaigns, and help shape the voice of the brand across platforms. The role offers hands-on experience with a dynamic marketing team in Eau Claire, WI, and requires active university enrollment.

The internship runs May 2027 through May 2028, with flexible hours (15-20/wk in school year, 35-40/wk summer). Compensation ranges from $17.85 to $19.98 per hour; remote work is allowed during the school

Qualifications

• Enrolled at a university or college and pursuing a marketing or related degree.
• Strong written and visual communication skills with attention to detail.
• Experience with social media basics and content creation desirable.

Responsibilities

• Create engaging social content (graphics, copy, video) for multiple platforms.
• Support the marketing team with campaigns and content calendars.
• Assist in tracking engagement metrics and reporting insights.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to align with brand voice.
• Help optimize paid social campaigns and A/B tests.

Skills

Social media platforms

Communication skills

Time management

Team collaboration

Analytical thinking

Adaptability

Education

Enrollment in university/college

Tools

Canva

Microsoft Office

Analytics tools

Job description

Hey Students! Are you passionate about social media, creative content, and making a real impact? Become a Social Media Marketing Intern at Royal Credit Union! In this role, you'll create engaging content, collaborate with a dynamic marketing team, and help shape the voice of Royal across multiple platforms. If you're ready to turn your creativity into action and gain hands-on experience in a supportive, innovative environment- this internship is for you!

All applicants must be located in the Eau Claire/Chippewa Valley Area & include a resume, cover letter, transcript and their anticipated graduation date when applying. If selected for the internship, you must be able to commit to the full 12 months and be enrolled at a university throughout the length of the internship.

Why Royal?

• Member and Community Focused: We are dedicated to making a positive impact on our Members and the communities we serve, going beyond financial services to enrich lives and foster growth.
• Supportive Environment: Join a collaborative, values-driven workplace that is always evolving. We support each other and work together to achieve our goals.
• Professional Growth: We offer numerous opportunities for training and advancement, helping you continuously develop and advance your skills.
• Empowerment: We empower our team members to make decisions and drive initiatives that help our Members achieve their financial goals. Your ideas and contributions are valued and encouraged.
• Community Involvement: Engage with your local community through various initiatives and events, making a tangible difference where you live and work. Be part of something bigger.

What You'll Do:

The Social Media Marketing Intern assists with creating social media content, including graphics, videos, and copy, to enhance awareness of Royal Credit Union's products, services, brand, and mission. The Social Media Marketing Intern develops content for various marketing initiatives that aligns with our social media strategy and effectively engages audiences. Besides social media functions, the Social Media Marketing Intern also supports the overall Marketing team efforts across various campaigns and media channels. The Social Media Marketing Intern is a collaborative contributor who ensures marketing efforts are consistent, creative, and innovative.

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Our Commitment To You:

• Compensation: $17.85 - 19.98 per hour (candidates with significant related experience may be higher)

What’s Needed For This Position:

• Enrolled at a University or Technical College throughout the length of the internship, pursuing a degree in Marketing, Digital Marketing, Social Media, Communications, or similar field.
• Must be bondable
• Understanding of major social media platforms including Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, Snapchat, YouTube, LinkedIn, and Pinterest.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills with a willingness to learn and collaborate.
• Experience with marketing and graphic design tools such as Canva and Microsoft Office.
• Comfortable using digital tools and technologies, with a basic understanding of analytics and reporting

What We'd Love To See:

• Experience working, volunteering, or participating on a team or club while balancing school work.

Intern Responsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited To:

• Create high-quality, engaging social media content (written, video, animated, or graphic) in collaboration with the Marketing team and other departments.
• Schedule and deploy content using social media management tools, maintain a content calendar, and ensure timely delivery across platforms.
• Assist in tracking and reporting key performance indicators, including engagement and production metrics, and input data into spreadsheets.
• Support paid social media campaigns through ideation, deployment, monitoring, and optimization, including A/B testing.
• Research trends, platforms, and competitors to inform strategy and provide recommendations for future content and engagement.

Work Schedule:

• Working approximately 15-20 hours/week during the school year and 35-40 hours/week during the summer. Generally working variable hours between 8:00am - 5:00pm Monday through Friday based on class schedule.
• Must be able to work remotely throughout the school year and during breaks.
• This is a limited term, non-benefit eligible, position that will go from May 2027 - May 2028.
• Must be able to commit to the 12 month internship.

Training:

• Prior to starting a normal work schedule, new Royal team members must attend Foundation Training at our Corporate Center in Eau Claire, WI from 9:00am - 4:30pm on Monday and Tuesday during their first week of employment. Out of town learners will be reimbursed costs related to travel and lodging.
• Foundation Training covers fundamental information about Royal's culture and core values which sets the stage for team members to be successful within our organization.