Spring 2027 Marketing Internship- Career Pathways

Description

 Hours needed per week: 25 hours a week This Internship is for the Spring 2027 term. 

 Areas of Interest: Nonprofits; Communication, Marketing, Public Relations, Advertising, Writing/English 

Job Summary

The Marketing Intern will support the Career Pathways Workforce Program at Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida by assisting with marketing, communications, and outreach initiatives that promote workforce development, career training, and employment opportunities. This position will help develop engaging content, create promotional materials, support social media and digital communications, and assist with community outreach efforts to increase program awareness and participant engagement.

About Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida

Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida is a member of Feeding America – the largest charitable domestic

hunger-relief organization in the United States. Second Harvest Food Bank secures and distributes food and grocery

products to more than 870 feeding partners throughout Central Florida. With the help of food and financial

donors, volunteers and a caring, committed community, the food bank distributes 300,000 meals every day to a seven-county

service area, which includes Brevard, Lake, Marion, Orange, Osceola, Seminole and Volusia. Feeding neighbors

facing hunger is only the beginning. By investing in job training programs, advocating for access to nutritious foods, and

inspiring our community to get involved, Second Harvest Food Bank is leaning into the root causes of hunger and helping

our neighbors thrive.

 Department Overview 

Career Pathways is Second Harvest’s workforce training program that prepares job seekers for employment through skills training, job readiness support, and connections with local employers. It offers two tracks that prepare participants for careers in culinary arts and customer service.  

Schedule

Monday- Friday 

Core Responsibilities 

• Assist with developing marketing and promotional materials to increase awareness of the Career Pathways Workforce Program, including flyers, brochures, digital graphics, and informational content
• Support the creation and scheduling of social media content by highlighting workforce training opportunities, program activities, participant achievements, and upcoming events
• Collaborate with Career Pathways staff and the Marketing team to ensure messaging is accurate, consistent, and aligned with Second Harvest Food Bank's branding and mission
• Assist with promoting program recruitment initiatives, informational sessions, career development workshops, and community outreach events
• Help capture and organize program photos, testimonials, and success stories for use in marketing materials, following established consent and privacy guidelines
• Conduct basic research on workforce development marketing trends, community outreach opportunities, and effective strategies for reaching prospective program participants
• Assist with updating program information, promotional calendars, and marketing content to ensure materials remain current and relevant
• Support the tracking of basic marketing and outreach activities, including social media engagement, promotional efforts, and event participation
• Participate in occasional program events or outreach activities to assist with promotional efforts and community engagement
• Perform other related duties as assigned in support of the Career Pathways Workforce Program
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

Qualifications

• Current Junior or Senior year of college or university student or recent graduate (within one year)
• Preferred majors include Communication, Marketing, Public Relations, Advertising, Writing/English
• Strong interpersonal skills and comfortable in front of the camera
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Knowledge if Microsoft Office programs
• Photography and videography skills 
• Knowledge of graphic programs (Photoshop, Canva, Adobe Spark)
• Must have your own equipment

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to perform computer-based tasks, including preparing marketing materials, creating digital content, conducting research, and using standard office technology.
• Ability to communicate and exchange information effectively with employees, community partners, and other stakeholders through in-person, virtual, written, or other accessible communication methods.
• Ability to move throughout designated work areas and participate in meetings, marketing activities, and organizational events, as needed.
• May occasionally handle or transport lightweight marketing materials, promotional items, or event supplies, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to perform work in a variety of positions, including seated or standing, as appropriate to assigned responsibilities.

Environmental Requirements:

• Work is primarily performed in a professional office environment with routine use of computers, office equipment, and communication technology.
• May occasionally work in other Food Bank environments, including warehouse, culinary, catering, and community event locations, to support marketing initiatives and content development.
• May participate in indoor or outdoor events, community outreach activities, and organizational functions, with potential exposure to varying temperatures, weather conditions, and activity levels.
• May occasionally encounter moderate noise levels and active operational environments when visiting Food Bank facilities or attending events.
• Occasional travel to community event sites within the organization's seven-county service area may be required, depending on assigned projects.

Reasonable Accommodation Statement:

Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to qualified individuals with disabilities. Reasonable accommodations will be considered in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws to enable qualified individuals to perform the essential functions of their positions.