Marketing + Content Creation Intern: Fall 2026

Overview

River’s Edge provides tailored promotion, marketing, and insurance solution to brands, event organizers, sports entities, and agencies across most industries, and places specialized coverage for unique and high-risk scenarios. We are looking for a diligent and detail-oriented intern to assist with various administrative and creative tasks in our Richmond, VA office. The ideal candidate for this role is a current student or recent graduate who is eager to gain hands-on experience in a professional setting. You will work closely with industry professionals, develop a diverse skill set in marketing, communications, and project management, and have the opportunity to attend industry events and internal networking sessions.

 

In This Role You Will:

• Assist in the creation and execution of marketing efforts, including social media, email marketing, and content creation for our website, blog, and social media channels.
• Help manage and grow our social media presence by creating and scheduling posts, monitoring engagement, and analyzing performance metrics.
• Create, maintain, and enter information into spreadsheets, databases, and Customer Relationship Management (CRM) software.
• Work with senior marketing, sales, and business development personnel to assist with marketing and communications materials.
• Assist with any overflow work and provide support to ensure deadlines are met while maintaining a positive, collaborative work environment.
• Utilize graphic design skills with tools like Adobe Creative Suite and Canva, as well as perform basic video editing with Adobe Premiere Pro to create visually appealing marketing materials.
• Assist with event and/or conference logistics, including ensuring proper registration and preparing necessary materials. 

What we’re looking for

• A current student or recent graduate to work in our Richmond, VA office at least 20 hours per week.
• Strong communication skills (verbal and written) with a proven ability to write clearly and effectively without relying on AI assistance.
• Experience in content creation, social media management, basic video editing, and graphic design using Adobe Creative Suite, Adobe Premiere Pro, and Canva.
• Experience with project management tools like Trello or Notion to help organize tasks and meet deadlines efficiently.
• Proficient in Microsoft Suite, specifically PowerPoint and Excel, at an advanced level.
• Self-starter who works well collaboratively and independently.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be a quick learner and resourceful in solving problems.
• Interest in sports marketing with a keen awareness of current sports news preferred.
• Major in marketing, advertising, business, or communications preferred.

 

Visa sponsorship for work authorization is not available for this position now or in the future.

 

If you're a recruiting agency and want to partner with us, please reach out to [email protected]. Any resume or referral submitted in the absence of a signed agreement will not be eligible for an agency fee.

 

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