Seasonal Marketing & Communications Intern

Seasonal Marketing & Communications Intern
FIND Outdoors Headquarters, Pisgah Forest, NC 

ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY:
FIND Outdoors, a non-profit organization, is looking for a highly motivated, creative, and detail-oriented individual to serve as a Marketing & Communications Intern across all FIND sites in beautiful Western North Carolina, North Georgia & Kentucky. The ideal candidate is a team player who is eager to learn, grow professional skills, and gain hands-on, real-world experience in marketing, communications, and public land storytelling.

This internship is designed as a learning opportunity for individuals interested in marketing, digital media, nonprofit communications, outdoor recreation promotion, or public land engagement. The Marketing & Communications Intern will gain practical experience working alongside the Communications & Marketing Director while contributing to meaningful projects that directly impact visitor experience and organizational outreach.

The intern will support a variety of projects including social media content creation, signage audits, website updates, site branding improvements, and marketing campaigns that encourage visitation and strengthen communication across FIND-managed sites. This role provides the opportunity to learn how a nonprofit communicates across multiple public land locations while developing professional skills in content creation, brand consistency, project coordination, and digital strategy.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
These responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Assist in creating and scheduling content for FIND Outdoors social media platforms, including photos, short-form video, captions, and event promotion.
• Support marketing strategies and promotional efforts for events, programs, and seasonal campaigns across multiple FIND sites.
• Conduct signage audits at FIND-managed locations to evaluate effectiveness, clarity, and alignment with brand standards and visitor communication goals.
• Collaborate with FIND staff and site managers to gather stories, updates, and content opportunities from the field.
• Support onboarding of new or updated FIND sites by assisting with branding refreshes, signage updates, and visitor-facing communication materials.
• Assist with website updates and improvements that enhance visitor experience, accessibility, and communication across sites.
• Collect and organize photo and video assets, developing skills in storytelling and visual content creation.
• Support development of email communications, newsletters, and digital outreach campaigns.
• Apply brand standards across printed and digital materials to ensure consistency in messaging and design.
• Assist the Communications & Marketing Director with special projects, campaigns, and organizational initiatives.
• Provide support for visitor engagement materials and public-facing communications, including tabling and outreach opportunities.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

SKILLS & ABILITIES: 

• Interest in developing skills in marketing, communications, and digital media.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with attention to detail.
• Creative mindset with an interest in storytelling, photography, video, or design.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and independently when needed.
• Organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Flexibility to work occasional evenings or weekends for events or content capture.

QUALIFICATIONS: 

• A combination of academic studies and/or practical experience in marketing, communications, public relations, digital media, or a related field.
• Interest or experience in social media management, content creation, or branding.
• Ability to collaborate with other team members & work independently when required. 
• A passion for outdoor recreation, public lands, or nonprofit work is a plus.

LEARNING OUTCOMES: 

• Gain hands-on experience in developing and executing marketing and communications strategies.
• Build professional skills in content creation, social media management, and digital storytelling.
• Develop an understanding of brand management and communication across multiple locations.
• Learn how marketing supports visitor engagement and public land access.
• Experience working in a collaborative, mission-driven environment with opportunities for mentorship and professional growth.

INTERNSHIP STRUCTURE*: 
Duration: Flexible, 12 weeks: Spring - Summer 2026
Work Schedule: 20-24 hours/weekly, with some evening shifts during special events. 
Stipend: A stipend will be provided to support living expenses during the internship. 
*May adjust for college intern credit requirements

FIND Outdoors is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.