Marketing Intern
Location: Byron Bay, Australia
Reports to: Marketing Manager
Internship | Flexible duration | Unpaid with potential for future opportunities
About Happy Travels
Happy Travels is Australia’s #1 backpacker travel agency, and we’re on a mission to connect adventure seekers with unforgettable experiences across Australia, New Zealand, Asia, and Fiji. With a growing network of branches and a passionate team behind us, we are dedicated to creating a vibrant and purpose-driven travel community.
Our team isn't here for the 9-to-5 grind - we’re here because we love travel, thrive on adventure, and live to make magic happen for every traveler we meet. From beach directions to full itinerary planning, every interaction we have is a chance to enrich someone’s journey and contribute to the Happy Travels universe.
Why Intern With Us?
Be part of a fast-growing, independent travel network with branches across Australasia
Work in a creative and purpose-driven environment surrounded by fellow travel lovers
Gain real-world experience in digital marketing and tourism
Build your portfolio while contributing to campaigns seen by thousands of travellers
About the Role
As a Marketing Intern, you’ll work closely with our Byron Bay-based marketing team to support content creation, social media engagement, influencer outreach, and digital campaign execution. This is a hands-on role ideal for students or recent graduates eager to gain industry experience in travel and marketing.
What You'll Learn
Working within a dynamic travel industry marketing team
Content organisation and digital asset management
Social media marketing strategies and engagement
Campaign planning and creative development
Influencer marketing and partnership management
Blogging and SEO content creation
Key Responsibilities
Content Coordination & Management:
Liaise with staff to collect content (photos/videos) from tours and experiences
Track and ensure timely content submissions
Filter and organise content on Google Drive and Dropbox
Social Media & Engagement:
Research trending sounds, hashtags, and formats for Reels and TikToks
Draft content ideas for upcoming campaigns and events
Assist with post scheduling and community engagement
Campaign Support:
Help build content calendars and brainstorm campaign concepts
Source imagery and UGC for newsletters and landing pages
Influencer & Brand Collaboration:
Research influencers and potential brand partners
Track influencer deliverables and content post-collab
Organise influencer content for reuse
Blog & Website Support:
Suggest and research topics for travel blogs
Assist with formatting/editing blog posts
Resize and source imagery for blogs and web pages
How to Apply
Ready to dive into the world of travel marketing? Visit happytravels.com.au or email your CV and a short intro to careers@happytravels.com.au with the subject line: Marketing Internship Application – Your Name.
Happy Travels is Australias fastest growing backpacker & youth travel network with almost 50 branches across Australia and New Zealand.
Happy Travels offers a number of services, including booking tailor made packages to meet specific client needs and demands,qualifications in scuba diving, volunteer programmes, and Job services for travellers for regional and farm work.
We are an independent travel agency and job finding service. In a nutshell, we sell every trip you could possibly want in Australia, Fiji, New Zealand and South East Asia. Our job is to make sure that your trip is 100% tailored to you, so let’s get that bucket-list growing!
