Marketing Internship The Oar House

Location: Portsmouth, NH
Pay: $1,750 stipend for a 15-week internship
Hours: 10–15 hours per week
Term: Mid-May through Mid-August
Benefits: Free meals during scheduled shifts

Company Description

The Oar House Restaurant is a beloved waterfront dining destination located in historic Portsmouth, NH. Known for its fresh seafood, exceptional service, and coastal charm, The Oar House provides guests with a welcoming atmosphere and a memorable dining experience. Our restaurant is dedicated to community, hospitality, and showcasing the best of New England cuisine.

Internship Overview

The Marketing Internship offers hands-on experience in hospitality marketing, digital content creation, social media strategy, and promotional event support. This is an opportunity for students to develop real-world skills, build a portfolio, and work directly with restaurant leadership.

What the intern will gain:

Experience managing and creating content for restaurant social platforms

Training in brand strategy, hospitality marketing, and seasonal campaign planning

A completed end-of-summer marketing project to add to their portfolio

Exposure to restaurant operations and event promotion

One-on-one mentorship and professional development

Free meals while working on-site

Projects & Learning Objectives

The internship includes one main project along with smaller, ongoing tasks.

Major Project Example:

“Summer Social Media Engagement Campaign”
The intern will develop, execute, and analyze a campaign to promote seasonal menu features, special events, or guest engagement initiatives.

Additional Responsibilities:

Plan, draft, and schedule weekly social media content (Instagram, Facebook, TikTok)

Photograph and film food items, events, and behind-the-scenes content

Assist with designing marketing materials (flyers, table tents, digital ads)

Support marketing efforts during live events or promotions

Monitor engagement analytics and prepare simple performance reports

Brainstorm seasonal promotions with the management team

Light administrative or organizational tasks (no more than 20%)

Qualifications

Ideal candidates will have:

Interest in marketing, communications, hospitality, or related fields

Knowledge of social media platforms and trends

Strong writing and design sense

Creativity and willingness to capture photo/video content

Ability to work independently

Positive attitude and comfort interacting with staff and customers

Experience through coursework, student clubs, or part-time/volunteer roles

Tools & Workspace Provided

On-site workspace at the restaurant

Access to company marketing tools and social accounts

Use of design software (e.g., Canva)

Ability to use personal device for content creation if preferred

Weekly mentorship check-ins

Supervision

The intern will be supervised and mentored by the Marketing Supervisor or General Manager who will provide direction, feedback, and support throughout the internship.

Location

On-site at The Oar House Restaurant, Portsmouth, NH
Some remote work (content drafting/scheduling) may be permitted, but the majority of hours will take place on location.

Desired Majors or Skills

Marketing, Communications, Digital Media, Hospitality, Business, Graphic Design, Public Relations

Creativity, writing skills, design skills, photography/videography, organization

Desired Class Standing

Juniors and seniors preferred

Motivated sophomores encouraged to apply

Hours Per Week

10–15 hours per week, including some weekend or evening hours depending on events.

Duration & Start Date

15-week internship
Target Start Date: Mid-May
End Date: Mid-August

Compensation

$1,750 total stipend for the 15-week program
Free meals included during scheduled shifts