College Intern Marketing Social Media
College Intern – Marketing & Social Media for a Technology Organization
Position Title: College Intern – Marketing & Social Media
Department: Marketing & Communications
Reports To: CEO / Marketing Manager
Location: Hybrid (Red Oak/Dallas, TX and Remote)
Position Summary
CrossRoads IT Group (CrossRoads IT Group) is seeking a creative, energetic, and motivated College Marketing & Social Media Intern to support the company's marketing initiatives, brand awareness, community outreach, and digital presence. This internship provides hands-on experience working with a technology consulting company specializing in AI, cybersecurity, cloud, digital transformation, workforce development, and nonprofit initiatives such as HOPE PLUS TECH.
The ideal candidate enjoys storytelling, creating engaging content, staying current on social media trends, and using digital marketing tools to grow brand awareness.
Key Responsibilities
- Social Media Management
- Create engaging content for LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, X, and YouTube.
- Develop and maintain a monthly social media content calendar.
- Schedule posts using social media management platforms.
- Monitor engagement and respond to comments and messages when appropriate.
- Track analytics and recommend strategies to improve engagement.
- Content Creation
- Design graphics using Canva or Adobe Express.
- Create short-form videos and reels for social media.
- Write captions, blog posts, newsletters, and promotional materials.
- Assist with photography and video at company events.
- Information Technology (with marketing interest)
Minimum GPA of 3.0 preferred but not required
Desired Skills
- Strong written and verbal communication
- Creative thinker with attention to detail
- Familiarity with social media platforms
- Canva, Adobe Express, or similar graphic design tools
- Microsoft Office and Google Workspace
- Basic video editing (CapCut, Adobe Premiere Rush, Canva, or similar)
- Photography and videography experience is a plus
- Basic understanding of AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot, Canva AI)
- Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines
Preferred Experience
Experience with one or more of the following is a plus:
- Canva
- CapCut
- Adobe Creative Suite
- WordPress
- LinkedIn Campaigns
- Mailchimp or Constant Contact
- HubSpot CRM
- Google Analytics
- SEO fundamentals
- Event marketing
Learning Opportunities
The intern will gain experience in:
- Technology marketing
- AI-powered marketing strategies
- Brand management
- Corporate communications
- Digital advertising
- Event marketing
- Public relations
- Marketing analytics
- Professional networking
- Business development
- Executive leadership exposure
What You'll Gain
- Real-world marketing experience with a growing technology consulting firm
- Portfolio-building projects
- Mentorship from technology and business leaders
- Networking opportunities with corporate partners
- Exposure to AI, cloud computing, cybersecurity, and digital transformation
- Potential for future employment opportunities
Core Competencies
- Creativity
- Initiative
- Professionalism
- Collaboration
- Time Management
- Adaptability
- Problem Solving
- Positive Attitude
About CrossRoads IT Group
CrossRoads IT Group is a people-first technology consulting and workforce development company that helps organizations leverage technology to solve business challenges. Our expertise includes artificial intelligence, cloud modernization, cybersecurity, infrastructure, digital transformation, project management, and workforce development. Through our HOPE PLUS TECH initiative, we are committed to expanding access to technology education and creating career pathways for underserved communities.
Equal Opportunity Employer
CrossRoads IT Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity, equity, and inclusion. We encourage students from all backgrounds to apply and become part of our mission to transform lives through technology and innovation.