Marketing & Communications Intern

arketing & Communications Intern (College Credit Internship)
Grand Rapids Chamber | Economic Growth Department

About the Opportunity

The Grand Rapids Chamber is seeking a creative, motivated Marketing & Communications Intern to support two exciting initiatives: West Michigan Community Cash (WMCC) and Small Business Week West Michigan (SBW). This internship offers hands-on experience in marketing, digital communications, content creation, project management, and brand development while working alongside Chamber staff and community partners. 

This is an excellent opportunity for a student interested in marketing, communications, digital media, public relations, or a related field who wants to build a portfolio of real-world work that makes a meaningful impact on the West Michigan business community. 

Key Responsibilities

The intern will support marketing and communications projects related to Small Business Week West Michigan and West Michigan Community Cash, including:

• Creating and editing promotional videos
• Developing social media content and posts
• Designing and updating marketing materials
• Managing and organizing digital photo assets
• Assisting with website updates and content management
• Supporting project management software setup and organization
• Developing training materials and promotional content
• Assisting with campaign tracking and reporting, including impact reporting
• Helping improve and streamline digital marketing processes and assets 

Learning Opportunities

This internship is designed to provide meaningful learning experiences and project ownership. The selected student will:

• Help shape and promote developing brands and initiatives
• Build marketing campaigns from concept to execution
• Learn campaign measurement and performance tracking
• Gain experience with content strategy, digital marketing, and project management tools
• Develop a professional portfolio of completed marketing and communications projects 

Qualifications

Preferred Majors:

• Marketing
• Communications
• Digital Media
• Graphic Design

Desired Skills:

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Experience creating content for social media platforms
• Basic video editing skills
• Familiarity with marketing and design tools
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects
• Interest in small business development, entrepreneurship, and community impact 

About the Grand Rapids Chamber

The Grand Rapids Chamber works to create a vibrant business environment and a thriving regional economy. Through programs like Small Business Week West Michigan and West Michigan Community Cash, we support entrepreneurs, strengthen local businesses, and foster economic growth throughout the region.