Marketing Intern

About the Role

The Marketing Intern supports the Foley Hospitality Group Marketing Team by assisting with day-to-day marketing initiatives across the company's portfolio of luxury hotels, resorts, wineries, restaurants, spas, and lifestyle brands. This internship provides hands-on experience in hospitality marketing, brand management, digital marketing, content creation, event promotion, and market research. The Marketing Intern will work closely with corporate and property-level marketing teams to help execute campaigns, strengthen brand awareness, and support revenue-generating initiatives while gaining valuable professional experience in a fast-paced hospitality environment.

Responsibilities

• Marketing Support
  • Assist with the planning, coordination, and execution of marketing campaigns across multiple properties and brands.
  • Help develop promotional materials for hotel, restaurant, spa, golf, winery, and special event initiatives.
  • Support marketing calendars and campaign timelines.
  • Assist with proofreading marketing materials for accuracy and brand consistency.
  • Coordinate marketing requests from property teams as assigned.
• Digital Marketing
  • Assist with social media scheduling and content management across multiple platforms.
  • Help create engaging content for Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok, and other digital channels.
  • Monitor social media engagement and identify opportunities to increase audience interaction.
  • Assist with website updates and digital content management.
  • Support email marketing campaigns and newsletters.
• Content Creation
  • Assist in creating written content including blogs, newsletters, press releases, promotional copy, and internal communications.
  • Coordinate photography and video assets.
  • Organize and maintain the digital asset library.
  • Ensure all content aligns with Foley Hospitality Group brand standards.
• Research & Analytics
  • Conduct market research and competitive analysis.
  • Assist in gathering marketing performance metrics.
  • Help prepare campaign reports and presentations.
  • Research hospitality, travel, tourism, and luxury lifestyle trends.
  • Support SEO and digital performance initiatives.
• Events & Promotions
  • Assist with planning and execution of promotional events.
  • Support grand openings, community events, and property activations.
  • Coordinate event materials and marketing collateral.
  • Attend events as needed to assist with marketing execution.
• Administrative Support
  • Organize marketing files and project documentation.
  • Schedule meetings and maintain project calendars.
  • Assist with vendor coordination.
  • Complete additional projects and administrative tasks as assigned.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from an accredited college or university pursuing a degree in:
  • Marketing
  • Communications
  • Advertising
  • Public Relations
  • Hospitality Management
  • Business Administration
  • Graphic Design
  • Digital Media or related field
• Previous internship or customer service experience preferred but not required.
• Hospitality or luxury brand experience is a plus.

Skills

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Creative thinker with strong attention to detail.
• Professional demeanor with a positive attitude.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Passion for hospitality, travel, luxury brands, and guest experiences.
• Technical Skills
  • Preferred experience with:
  • Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
  • Canva
  • Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) preferred
  • Social media platforms
  • Google Workspace
  • Email marketing platforms
  • Basic photography and video editing
  • Content Management Systems (CMS) preferred
• Physical Requirements
  • Ability to sit or stand for extended periods.
  • Ability to lift up to 25 pounds occasionally.
  • Ability to travel between properties or event locations when necessary.
  • Ability to work evenings, weekends, and special events as business needs require.

Learning Opportunities

During the internship, participants may gain exposure to:

• Luxury hospitality marketing strategies
• Multi-property brand management
• Digital marketing campaigns
• Social media strategy and analytics
• Public relations and media outreach
• Event marketing and promotions
• Revenue marketing initiatives
• Graphic design and creative development
• Hospitality sales and marketing collaboration
• Marketing analytics and reporting
• Corporate communications
• Cross-functional collaboration with Operations, Sales, Revenue Management, Human Resources, and Food & Beverage

Success Factors

Successful interns demonstrate:

• Initiative and curiosity
• Creativity and innovation
• Strong organizational skills
• Professionalism and reliability
• Willingness to learn
• Effective communication
• Adaptability in a fast-paced environment
• Commitment to the Foley Hospitality Group values of excellence, teamwork, integrity, and exceptional guest service