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Marketing & Communications Intern

Universal Schedule and Booking
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USB is pioneering next-gen internet-based commerce and communication systems, winning R&D awards from federal agencies. This project is in a launch phase of growth.

About the Role

This internship is ideal for a motivated student who is passionate about marketing, communications, food systems, and community-based businesses. You’ll gain hands-on experience supporting two related initiatives:

  • A USDA-funded Farmers Market Promotion Program, focused on strengthening regional food access and market visibility through promoting activities and events.
  • LocalCart, a growing digital marketplace promoting shelf-stable food products made by independent producers and shipped nationwide.

You’ll work at the intersection of storytelling, digital marketing, analytics, and community engagement, helping translate brand values into compelling content that drives awareness and participation.

If you enjoy crafting stories online, tracking what resonates, and juggling multiple projects with purpose, this role offers real-world experience in a fast-moving, mission-driven environment.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of the internship, students will gain experience in:

  • Brand and communications strategy across multiple initiatives
  • Target audience identification and marketing personas
  • Effective social media storytelling and campaign planning
  • Hashtag strategy, content performance analysis, and optimization
  • Using data and analytics to inform marketing decisions
  • Working directly with senior leadership in a startup setting

Responsibilities

  • Work approximately 10 - 20 hours per week in a virtual office environment
  • Support social media content creation and scheduling across FMPP and LocalCart channels (primarily Instagram; others as needed)
  • Research and develop hashtag and content strategies using third-party analytics tools
  • Track and analyze engagement metrics; adjust content and posting strategies accordingly
  • Assist with messaging that resonates with target audiences, including local producers and consumers
  • Support additional marketing, communications, or research tasks as needed across projects

Qualifications

  • Demonstrated ability to meet goals through academic, volunteer, or work experience
  • Strong interest in food, local businesses, sustainability, or community-based initiatives
  • Excellent writing and conversational communication skills
  • Comfortable using (or eager to learn) social media and analytics tools
  • Reliable, organized, creative, and able to manage time across multiple priorities
  • Follows direction, meets deadlines, and communicates proactively

Position Details

  • Job Title: Marketing and Communications Intern
  • Supervisor: Founder & CEO
  • Duration: Jan-Apr 2026
  • Hours: 10- 20 hours per week
  • Compensation: $25/hour
  • Course Credit: Available (USB will coordinate with school/advisor)
  • Location: Remote / Virtual

USB has sponsored more than 20 interns in Business, Marketing, and Information Technology. LocalCart and GetawayLocal are brands owned by Universal Schedule and Booking (USB) LLC, which is pioneering next-generation internet commerce for local businesses. A work study or for-credit course arrangement is possible.

How to Apply

Please submit your resume and cover letter using the apply button below.

USB is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.