Marketing Intern - Lorain/Toledo at ACCEL Schools

<p><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><strong>About the Opportunity:</strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">ACCEL Schools is looking for a motivated and organized intern to join our Marketing and Admissions team. With a growing network of more than 80 charter schools, we work with passionate educators and administrators who care deeply about helping students succeed.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Our team believes in using research based practices, continuing to grow professionally, and creating opportunities for every student to reach their full potential.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">This internship offers hands on experience in marketing, outreach, and community engagement. You’ll work closely with our team in a fast paced, collaborative environment while gaining real world experience supporting marketing initiatives, connecting with families, and assisting with admissions efforts.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">This position requires availability Tuesday through Saturday, with occasional evening hours depending on events and outreach activities.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Support the Marketing and Admissions team with daily administrative and outreach activities</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Conduct community outreach and canvassing at public locations to promote ACCEL Schools and enrollment opportunities</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Represent ACCEL Schools at community events by tabling and engaging with families</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Assist in creating marketing materials such as flyers, signage, email campaigns, and online promotions</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Help manage and update social media content and website information</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Assist with basic video editing for promotional and social media content</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Support planning and coordination of marketing initiatives and community events</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Enter and manage contact information in contact management systems and assist with outreach calls</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><strong>Qualifications:</strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Currently enrolled in or recently completed a Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, or a related field</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to engage comfortably with families and community members</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Interest in marketing, community outreach, and event promotion</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Familiarity with social media platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Experience using Canva, Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign), or similar design tools preferred</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Basic experience with video editing tools or willingness to learn</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast paced environment</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Comfortable initiating conversations and representing the school at community events and outreach activities</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Proficiency with Microsoft Office or Google Workspace</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Ability to work a flexible schedule Tuesday-Saturday, including occasional evenings and community events</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span data-ccp-props="{}"><em><span data-contrast="auto">Compensation: </span></em><span data-contrast="auto">The compensation below is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law.</span>&nbsp;<br><span data-contrast="auto"> </span>&nbsp;<br><span data-contrast="auto">The starting hourly rate for this internship is between $11.00 - $16.00 per hour. Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.</span></span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><strong>EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY</strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">It is our policy to abide by all federal, state and local laws prohibiting employment discrimination based solely on a person’s race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, pregnancy, childbirth, physical disability, mental and/or intellectual disability, age, military status, veteran status (including protected veterans), marital status, registered domestic partner or civil union status, familial status, gender (including sex stereotyping and gender identity or expression), medical condition, genetic information, sexual orientation, or any other protected status except where a reasonable, bonafide occupational qualification exists.</span></p> <p>&nbsp;</p>