Content Strategy Summer Intern

Position: Content Strategy Summer Intern

Legal Entity: Van Eck Associates Corporation

Business Unit(s): Marketing

Location: New York, NY or Tampa, FL

Department: Content Strategy

FLSA Status (US Staff only): Non-Exempt Full Time Summer

VanEck is a privately held global asset management firm founded in 1955. We develop forward-looking, intelligently designed, active and ETF strategies that strengthen long-term portfolios. We will provide qualified individuals with outstanding education and growth opportunities. If you are a high-energy individual with a strong work ethic, excellent team skills and outstanding communication skills, we would like to speak with you.

VanEck’s Summer Intern Program provides exposure across the firm through educational, mentorship and networking events. As an Intern, you will interact with the firm’s senior management, gain an understanding of the financial services industry and learn critical business skills. Our internship program will build more than just your resume — it will challenge your knowledge, build your network and drive your career path. Our program spans 10 weeks and typically runs from June 2 – August 8. If you are looking to gain valuable hands-on experience while working with talented individuals, apply now!

The Content Strategy team at VanEck is responsible for the creation and implementation of content and messaging, content syndication, channel marketing, earned and paid media, social media and SEO strategy. The team works closely with various departments including Product Management, Digital Marketing and Sales. Our goal as a team is to grow the business by developing high quality, engaging content and delivering it to the appropriate audience.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Includes the following, other duties may be assigned as needed:

• Assist in content creation, including writing and editing for blogs, emails, videos and social posts to amplify VanEck’s investment products and thought leaders
• Research topics for upcoming content, including guests for the VanEck Trends with Benefits financial podcast, SEO keywords, market trends and competitors 
• Support the social media process by writing posts, filming videos, overseeing the review processes, creating images and analyzing performance
• Provide video production support, including light editing, extracting short clips and script review
• Collaborate with sales and marketing to understand how an asset manager utilizes different strategies to market to each investor type (individuals, financial advisors, institutional)
• Analyze data, such as social media metrics, content engagement and earned media reports, and develop recommendations

Qualifications  

• Knowledge of and interest in financial markets
• Strong writing, proofreading and communication skills
• Pursuing a degree in Business, Economics, Advertising or Journalism, preferred
• Basic knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite and SEO
• Understanding of various social media platforms, including LinkedIn, TikTok, and Instagram
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions 
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint

Education and/or Experience                                                   

• Currently entering junior level (3rd year) or beyond within a 4-year college program
• Some experience within a corporate environment is helpful but not required

Competencies                                                                 

To perform successfully and gain the most from this internship, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Professional demeanor 
• Time management
• Enthusiasm
• Detail-oriented
• Team player who can collaborate with others
• Organized, proactive and eager to learn

Language Skills                                                               

• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization

Compensation: 

• The maximum hourly rate for this position is $25 an hour

VanEck is committed to treating all applicants and employees fairly and to providing equal opportunity in compliance with applicable federal, state and local laws. VanEck does not and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, religion, ancestry, color, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, age, physical or mental disability, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship status, covered-veteran or military status, genetic information, and/or any other factor protected by law. 

In order to be considered for this position, please submit resume with the subject line Content Strategy Intern to internships@vaneck.com.