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Overview
Who are you?
Passionate and motivated. Driven, with an entrepreneurial spirit. Resourceful, innovative, forward thinking and committed. At OVG, our people embrace these qualities, so if this sounds like you then please read on!
The Role: Marketing Intern - Convention Center
Are you looking for an exciting internship experience? Our paid College Associate Program provides real-world experience for students who are interested in the live entertainment industry. After finishing this program, you will have gained broad experience in various aspects of event marketing, digital sponsorship and advertising, website, guest experience, hospitality, social media, and have a strong understanding of the core venue business. You can also expect to apply your academic learning to real-world situations and cultivate your leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Key Learnings:
Hands-on experience in live event marketing and hospitality: You will work directly with industry professionals at the Miami Beach Convention Center, gaining practical skills in event marketing, digital and social media marketing, market & revenue analysis, guest experience, and hospitality.
Exposure to industry tools and technology: Develop proficiency in data analytics platforms for marketing insights, learn website content management, and get hands-on with Sprout Social for social media marketing and engagement.
Professional development opportunities: Participate in weekly marketing meetings, collaborate on research projects, and expand your network by working alongside experienced mentors and peers in the live entertainment industry.
A deeper understanding of venue business and event management: Acquire knowledge about B2B social media marketing, digital advertising, sponsorship activation, and the operational aspects of running a world-class convention center.
Portfolio-building projects with measurable impact: Contribute to marketing materials, presentations, reports, and digital content that showcase your skills and deliver real results for the organization—ideal for future career applications or interviews.
Time period of Internship:
- October, 2025 – February, 2026
- 24-30 hours per week (flexible time blocks from Mon-Fri)
This role pays an hourly rate of $17.00-$18.00
Benefits for Part-Time roles: 401(k) Savings Plan and 401(k) matching
This position will remain open until December 19, 2025.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities
- As an intern, you will gain valuable experience in hospitality and event management by working with industry professionals and assisting with various marketing tasks. More specifically, you will have the opportunity to:
- Gain website content management experience: Learn how to update the website with relevant information, such as event calendar, blog posts, video content, advertising and sponsorships, photos, and special announcements.
- Develop skills in using advanced data analytics tools to generate actionable insights for revenue management and lead generation/booking performance
- Acquire customer service skills by communicating with clients and uploading and maintaining digital advertising/sponsorship content
- Collaborate on research projects exploring new markets and event segments, leveraging both quantitative and qualitative data.
- Learn about B2B social media marketing and develop skills using Sprout Social for posting on the MBCC's social media channels.
- Practice monitoring social media platforms, developing content for posts, and capturing the attendee experience through videos or photos during show-days.
- Participate in weekly marketing department meetings and assist with planning, tracking, and reporting marketing activities.
- Gain skills in developing marketing materials, presentations, reports and research.
Qualifications
Qualifications
- Currently enrolled in an accredited College or University; Preferably in a Business Administration, Economics, Business Analytics, Marketing, or Hospitality Management program
- Previous digital marketing and data analytics experience preferred (school, internship, or professional)
- Creative thinker and problem solver
- Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
- Acute sense of judgment, tact, and diplomacy
- A strong sense of teamwork and ability to execute programs
- Position requires constant walking, climbing stairs, lifting and carrying 50+ lbs. and occasional sitting.
