The Peoria Chamber of Commerce is seeking a creative, organized, and motivated Marketing Intern who is interested in gaining hands-on experience in marketing, social media, communications, content creation, and event promotion.

Working alongside Chamber staff, the intern will help tell the Chamber’s story, promote members and community partners, increase awareness of Chamber programs and events, and develop engaging content for digital marketing channels.

This internship is ideal for a college student or emerging professional interested in marketing, communications, public relations, social media, graphic design, digital media, or nonprofit/community marketing.

What You’ll Learn & Experience
The Marketing Intern will have the opportunity to gain practical experience in:

• Social media marketing and content strategy
• Content creation and copywriting
• Email marketing
• Event marketing and promotion
• Brand awareness and community engagement
• Graphic design and visual communication
• Member and business storytelling
• Marketing campaign planning
• Digital marketing analytics
• Professional communication and project management
• Marketing for a membership-based organization

Responsibilities
Depending on current Chamber initiatives and the intern’s interests, responsibilities may include:

• Assisting with content creation for Chamber social media platforms
• Developing graphics, captions, short-form videos, and other digital content
• Helping create and maintain a social media content calendar
• Promoting Chamber events, programs, members, sponsors, and community partnerships
• Assisting with email newsletters and marketing communications
• Developing content highlighting Chamber members and local businesses
• Taking photos and/or video at Chamber events when appropriate
• Assisting with marketing for networking events, ribbon cuttings, workshops, signature events, and other Chamber programs
• Helping maintain and update website content
• Creating simple promotional materials using tools such as Canva
• Researching marketing trends and content ideas relevant to the local business community
• Reviewing social media and email performance to identify successful content
• Assisting with sponsor recognition and fulfillment of marketing-related sponsorship benefits
• Supporting special marketing and communications projects as assigned

Qualifications
We’re looking for someone who:

• Is currently pursuing or exploring a career in marketing, communications, public relations, graphic design, digital media, business, or a related field
• Enjoys social media, storytelling, and creating engaging content
• Has strong written and verbal communication skills
• Is creative and comfortable contributing new ideas
• Is organized, dependable, and able to manage assignments independently
• Has basic familiarity with social media platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn
• Is comfortable learning new digital marketing tools and platforms
• Has a positive, professional attitude and an interest in the local business community
• Experience with Canva, social media management, photography, video editing, email marketing, or website content management is helpful but not required.

Time Commitment
Approximately 5–10 hours per week, with scheduling flexibility based on the intern’s academic and professional commitments.

Some Chamber events may take place outside normal business hours. Attendance at selected events may be encouraged when they provide opportunities for content creation, networking, or professional development.

Academic Credit
The Peoria Chamber of Commerce is happy to work with colleges and universities when students wish to pursue academic credit for the internship, subject to the requirements of their educational institution.

Internship Structure
This is an unpaid educational internship designed to provide hands-on learning, professional development, mentorship, and exposure to marketing and Chamber operations. The internship does not guarantee or imply an offer of employment at its conclusion.

How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit a résumé along with a brief introduction explaining their interest in marketing, communications, and/or community engagement to Heather Martinez at [email protected].

Applicants are also encouraged to provide examples of relevant work, such as social media content, graphic design, photography, video, writing samples, or a portfolio; however, previous professional marketing experience is not required.

The Peoria Chamber of Commerce is committed to providing an inclusive and professional environment for interns, members, partners, and the broader business community.