Job Description

Apprenticely is working with our company partner, the Arkansas Food Innovation Center to add a Marketing Intern to their team in Springdale, Arkansas!
Our Apprenticely Internship Program is a three-month program that places selected candidates with employers across Arkansas in IT positions to gain experience under the guidance of a professional mentor/IT support team. Internships are designed as an on-ramp to an IT career and can roll into full-time positions based on employer demand.
About our Company Partner:
AFIC@MCO is seeking a creative and motivated Marketing Intern to help promote our services and engage with our community of food entrepreneurs, partners, and stakeholders. We welcome individuals of all backgrounds and provide an environment that values diverse approaches to work and problem-solving. This role offers flexible support to match your unique working style, with clear guidance and structured expectations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Create, schedule, and post engaging content on AFIC@MCO’s social media platforms (Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn) with step-by-step task breakdowns if needed.
• Track and report on social media performance, analyzing impressions, engagement, and growth with support tools to ensure ease of tracking
• Assist in designing and developing promotional materials such as brochures, flyers, and presentations to support AFIC@MCO’s outreach efforts. Work can be structured with visual aids and checklists for clarity.
• Assist in building an organized asset library that includes talking points, logos, branding guidelines, content, photos, and brand voice documentation. Support will be available to ensure tasks are manageable.
• Collaborate on improving website content and marketing materials to ensure messaging is clear, effective, and aligned with our mission. Feedback loops will be provided to support clear communication and expectations.

Qualifications:

• Pursuing a degree in Marketing, Communications, Graphic Design, or a related field.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with flexibility in communication style.
• Experience with social media platforms and analytics tools. Supportive training will be offered as needed.
• Familiarity with email marketing platforms (e.g., Constant Contact) and graphic design software (e.g., Canva, Adobe Creative Suite) is a plus but not required. We will offer adaptable onboarding.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with flexible work structures to meet individual needs.

Details

• Pay: $15/hour
• Schedule: 40-hour week: typically 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Monday-Friday
• Length of Internship: 3 months
• Location: Springdale, Arkansas

How does the interview process work? ACDS will conduct an initial phone interview and assessment. ACDS will send selected resumes to companies that match the candidate’s skills and interests. Our employer partners will decide who to interview and select the final candidates for the internship program.
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