SOCIAL MEDIA INTERN

About the Role

The Philadelphia Visitor Center Corporation (PVC), a Pennsylvania nonprofit 501(c)3 organization, is seeking a creative, enthusiastic, and social media-savvy intern to join our Experience & Engagement team during Rocky Season. This position operates in cooperation with the National Park Service, Visit Philadelphia®, Philadelphia Convention and Visitors Bureau, the City of Philadelphia, and the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.

Responsibilities

• Social Media & Content Creation:
  • Assist in creating engaging content for Instagram, Facebook, and other digital platforms.
  • Capture photos and short-form videos at Rocky Season events, activations, and partner locations throughout Philadelphia.
  • Write fun, engaging captions that reflect the Philadelphia Visitor Center's brand voice.
  • Actively engage with accounts including PVC-partners, event-partners, and themed-fan accounts to increase visibility as a Rocky and Philadelphia resource to visitors.
• Event Coverage & Community Engagement:
  • Attend select Rocky Season events to capture real-time content and behind-the-scenes moments.
  • Highlight participating businesses, attractions, community partners, and special guests.
  • Assist with engaging online audiences and encouraging visitors to participate in Rocky Season experiences.
• Digital Marketing Support:
  • Collaborate with the marketing team to brainstorm content ideas and promotional campaigns.
  • Assist with organizing digital assets, including photos, videos, and partner-submitted content.
  • Help monitor social media engagement and identify successful content.
  • Assist with additional marketing initiatives for the Philadelphia Visitor Center as needed.

Qualifications

• Current college student or recent graduate studying Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, Digital Media, Film, or a related field preferred.
• Strong familiarity with Instagram, Facebook, and current social media trends.
• Interest in photography, videography, and short-form video editing preferred.
• Experience with Canva, CapCut, Adobe Creative Suite, or similar creative tools is a plus.
• Strong written communication skills with a creative eye for storytelling.
• Organized, dependable, and comfortable working in a fast-paced event environment.
• Enthusiasm for Philadelphia, its culture, attractions, and events.
• Familiarity with the Rocky films is a bonus, but a willingness to embrace the underdog spirit is a must!
• Availability to attend select events, including occasional evenings and weekends.

Schedule

Up to 20 hours a week in office through December 24, 2026, with the opportunity for potential extension.

Application Requirements

Please submit a resume, a brief introduction explaining your interest in the position, and examples of social media content or creative work (if available).