Digital Marketing Intern (Fall 2025)

Title: Digital Marketing Intern (Fall 2025)

Department: Marketing

Reports to: Marketing Director

Job Type: Internship, 16 hours per week. On-Site at our offices in Pensacola, FL and Fairhope, AL (with occasional travel). 

Compensation: This is a paid internship. Compensation is $14 per hour.

Who We Are:

At Retina Specialty Institute and Southern Eye Group we are dedicated to preserving and improving the gift of sight. As growing leaders in the field of ophthalmology, we utilize innovative technology and the latest advancements in healthcare to provide exceptional care to our patients. Our commitment to excellence drives us to prioritize patient care above all else, ensuring that each patient receives the highest standard of treatment. We believe that by saving sight, we are not only preserving vision but also enhancing lives. Join our team and be a part of our mission to make a difference in the lives of our patients every day.

Why This Internship?

Are you passionate about digital marketing, social media strategy, and creating engaging content? Do you want to gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced healthcare environment while making a real impact? If so, Retina Specialty Institute (RSI) and Southern Eye Group (SEG) are looking for a Digital Marketing Intern to help elevate our brand and connect with patients and employees across multiple platforms.

What You’ll Do:

• Develop & Execute Social Media Strategies – Create engaging posts, videos, and graphics to enhance RSI/SEG’s digital presence.
• Content Creation – Shoot and edit videos, design compelling graphics, and craft content that aligns with our brand voice.
• Analytics & Insights – Track performance metrics to optimize engagement and reach.
• Internal Communication – Support employee engagement initiatives through digital channels.
• Collaborate with Leadership – Work directly with senior executives and receive valuable feedback to refine your skills.

What We’re Looking For: 

• A student with a strong interest in healthcare, digital marketing, and branding.
• Creativity and an eye for engaging social media content.
• Good working knowledge of social media platforms, particularly Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn, including current trends and best practices.
• Analytical mindset with an understanding of audience engagement metrics.
• Experience or coursework in social media strategy, video editing, or graphic design (Adobe Suite, Canva, or similar tools).
• Self-motivated with strong communication and organizational skills.

What You’ll Gain: 

• Real-world experience in healthcare marketing and digital brand management.
• Exposure to multichannel marketing strategies and hands-on content creation.
• Professional mentorship and feedback from experienced executives.
• The opportunity to make a measurable impact on RSI/SEG’s outreach and engagement.

Join us in making a difference in the lives of thousands of patients while building your skills in digital marketing.

🚀 Apply today and take your first step toward a career in healthcare marketing!

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Retina Specialty Institute and Southern Eye Group are equal opportunity employers. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. It is the policy of our companies not to discriminate on the basis of age, color, sex, disability, national origin, race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.   

Physical Requirements and Work Environment:

The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions to the extent the Company may do so without undue burden. 

This role involves sitting for extended periods at a desk and working on a computer. Occasional standing, walking, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, and lifting up to 15 pounds may be required. Specific vision abilities needed include close, distance, peripheral vision, and focus adjustment.

The work takes place in a climate-controlled office with moderate noise levels.

Other Duties:

This job description provides an overview of key duties but is not all-inclusive. Responsibilities and tasks may evolve over time, and adjustments may be made as needed, with or without prior notice.