Community & Experience Intern

Visit Greensboro

Spring Semester Internship

Position Title: Community & Experiences Intern

Department: Marketing

Schedule: Approximately 15-20 hours per week

Compensation: Stipend provided for completion of service 

Position Overview

Visit Greensboro is seeking a student to support its Marketing Department during the spring semester. The Community & Experiences Intern will gain hands-on experience in community engagement, hospitality, and destination marketing while helping local partners and ambassadors showcase what Greensboro has to offer.

Key Responsibilities

• Support community partner outreach and relationship management efforts with local businesses, attractions, and community partners, including follow-up communications and maintaining accurate partner records.
• Assist with ambassador program communications, activities, and event preparation
• Help fulfill Sales service requests and prepare welcome materials for groups coming to Greensboro
• Research local attractions, restaurants, and experiences to inform group itineraries and recommendations
• Assist with planning, coordinating, and executing departmental events, partner meetings, and special projects 
• Assist with the Greensboro Guides and Partner with Purpose programs through outreach, communications, and event support.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate juniors and seniors and graduate students are preferred. Students at other academic levels are welcome to apply
• Preferred areas of study include hospitality management, tourism, event management, communications, marketing, business, or a related field. Leadership or nonprofit experience is a plus.
• Strong communication and organizational skills, with attention to detail
• Ability to take initiative, manage multiple assignments, and follow through on tasks
• Interest in building community relationships and learning more about Greensboro’s businesses, attractions, and events

Learning Outcomes

• Communicate professionally with community partners, ambassadors, and other stakeholders to build relationships and support shared initiatives.
• Use knowledge of Greensboro’s attractions, businesses, and events to make recommendations tailored to different visitors and groups.
• Collaborate across departments to plan and deliver programs, events, and services that enhance the visitor experience.

Work Environment

This internship is onsite at Visit Greensboro. The intern will work closely with the Partner Engagement Specialist and Sales & Marketing Coordinator and collaborate with colleagues across departments. They’ll participate in team meetings, contribute ideas, and receive guidance and feedback throughout the semester.