Winds & Strings Marketing Intern

Yamaha Corporation; Buena Park (CA); Hybrid; USD 20,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work options

Paid holidays

Job summary

Yamaha Corporation is seeking a Winds & Strings Marketing Intern for the Spring/Summer term in Buena Park, CA. This paid internship runs January through July and may extend up to six months.

The role is hybrid and involves collaboration with dealers, audiences at trade shows, and internal teams to develop compelling marketing materials. Ideal candidates are self-motivated with an interest in marketing, can communicate clearly, and have some guitar/ brass/woodwind experience.

Qualifications

• Sophomore, junior, or senior from an accredited University or recent grad within a year.
• Experience with retail music environment is helpful but not required.
• Some experience playing brass or woodwind instrument with high proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Communicate with dealers, consumers, district sales managers and internal staff.
• Assist with production of website and marketing materials (print ads, social media, flyers, brochures, catalogs, press releases).
• Coordinate product and support materials for shows and events.
• Analyze competitive markets and formulate product and price comparisons.
• Support intern project focusing on solving a real-world business concern.

Skills

Marketing basics

Social media

Copy writing

MS Office

Education

University student (Sophomore/Junior/Senior)

Tools

Mac OS

Website CMS

Job description

Yamaha employees are committed to helping everyone progress, express and connect through music and sound. We offer innovative, finely crafted and award-winning products for the entire journey.

The Winds & Strings Department impacts every level of musician, from elementary school students to marching band and drum corps members to symphony orchestra first chairs. We do this by marketing and distributing wind instruments, orchestral acoustic, and silent/electric strings to the U.S. market.

Purpose of Role

Yamaha is seeking a dedicated Winds & Strings Marketing Intern to join our team for the Spring/Summer term (January - July). This is a paid internship and relocation is not provided. Internships with Yamaha last approximately 3 months with the potential to be extended up to a 6-month term. Ideal candidates will be self-motivated, driven and ready to learn.

This position is based in the Buena Park, CA office and is hybrid schedule.

Key Accountabilities and Primary Responsibilities Will Include

• Communicate with dealers, consumers, district sales managers, and internal staff to answer questions, as needed
• Possible attendance at industry trade shows, clinics and artist performances
• Coordinate related product and support materials for shows
• Analyze competitive markets and formulate product and price comparisons of new and existing products
• Assist with production of website and marketing materials such as print ads, social media, flyers, labels, brochures, catalogs, press releases, etc.
• Responsible for final intern project focusing on researching and solving a real-world business concern
• Additional duties as assigned

Here’s What You’ll Bring to the Table

• Must be a sophomore, junior, or senior from an accredited University or have graduated within a year
• Experience with retail music environment is helpful but not required
• Some experience playing a brass or woodwind instrument required with high level of proficiency
• Minimum GPA of 2.7
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, outside stakeholders, and the general public
• Clear, concise written communication along with professional presentation skills
• Attention to detail including proofreading and copy writing skills
• Ability to think creatively and develop new or innovative designs and concepts
• Basic understanding of the principles, theories, and practices of marketing
• Working knowledge of the latest technology and applications including social media, podcasts, Mac OS and presentation software along with a strong interest in learning new trends in marketing technology
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office skills (Word/Excel/PowerPoint)

Here’s What We’ll Bring

• Flexible work options
• Robust employee wellness programs including free music lessons
• Free concerts from award winning artists
• Discounted hotel, travel, entertainment, and other attractions
• Casual dress
• Paid sick-time and holidays
• Inclusive and passionate culture
• Opportunity to be part of something bigger; changing people's lives through music and sound

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