Marketing & Social Media Intern

Position Overview

The Marketing & Social Media Intern will support the execution of Sidebar Advisors' digital marketing initiatives across multiple channels. This role combines social media management, community outreach, podcast support, and marketing operations. The ideal candidate is organized, dependable, comfortable working independently, and interested in learning how a professional services firm builds its brand and audience online.

Responsibilities

Social Media Management

• Assist with content planning and scheduling across LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube
• Maintain and update the social media content calendar
• Schedule posts using social media management platforms
• Monitor social media performance and compile basic analytics reports
• Research industry trends, content ideas, and engagement opportunities
• Support community engagement efforts as needed

Podcast Guest Outreach

• Research potential podcast guests aligned with Sidebar Advisors' audience
• Assist with outreach to prospective podcast guests via email and LinkedIn
• Maintain outreach tracking documents and follow-up schedules
• Help coordinate guest information and scheduling logistics

Marketing Operations & CRM Support

• Manage and update email opt-out and subscriber lists
• Maintain contact records and assist with CRM data management
• Support database organization and quality control
• Assist with administrative marketing projects as needed

Content & Design Support

• Create simple graphics and social media assets in Canva on occasion
• Assist with content organization and repurposing
• Support marketing campaigns and promotional initiatives

Qualifications

Required

• Current undergraduate student or recent graduate pursuing Marketing, Communications, Business, Public Relations, or a related field
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines
• Familiarity with major social media platforms, especially LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube
• Experience using Canva
• Comfortable conducting outreach via email and LinkedIn

Preferred

• Experience managing social media accounts for a student organization, business, or personal brand
• Familiarity with CRM systems or email marketing platforms
• Interest in digital marketing, content creation, communications, or business development

What You'll Gain

• Hands-on experience managing social media for a professional services firm
• Exposure to content marketing, podcast marketing, and brand-building strategies
• Experience with marketing analytics and performance reporting
• Professional communication and outreach experience
• Insight into the financial services and legal industries
• Mentorship and practical experience that can strengthen your marketing portfolio and resume

Work Environment

• Remote and flexible scheduling
• Approximately 10 hours per week
• Collaborative team environment with opportunities to contribute ideas and take ownership of projects
• Paid internship position

How to Apply

Please submit your resume and a brief statement describing your interest in digital marketing, social media, and content strategy. Relevant coursework, student organization experience, personal projects, or social media work samples are encouraged but not required.