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We're looking for an ambitious, high-energy Marketing Intern to join our growing team. This is a paid, flexible internship focused on social media content and digital advertising support.
Peak Lighting Solutions installs permanent outdoor LED lighting on homes across eight states and counting. In this role you'll produce short-form video and photo content for Instagram and Facebook, manage/create our posting schedule, and support live advertising campaigns running across seven states. It's a hands-on position with real visibility: the content you create is used in paid campaigns, and you'll see exactly how it performs. A high performing intern will be heavily rewarded including bonus commission (above base pay), and the opportunity to join us on our team trip to Hawaii in January.
Duties
- Create short-form video and photo content for Instagram Reels and Facebook, using our library of install footage and finished-home photography
- Manage and develop the social content calendar — planning, scheduling, and publishing across both platforms
- Write post copy and captions for a homeowner audience, primarily ages 35–65
- Support paid social campaigns by producing creative for a multi-state Meta ad account
- Track and report weekly on content performance, including reach, engagement, and lead generation
- Join install ride-alongs to capture on-site content — optional, and available to local candidates
- Work directly with ownership and the sales team to keep brand messaging consistent
- Develop physical marketing materials such as road signs, door hangers, etc. We have existing designs, but you have the opportunity to improve.
Qualifications
- Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Marketing, Communications, Film, Digital Media, or a related field — or equivalent hands-on experience creating content. However - mindset goes beyond any qualifications.
- Demonstrated short-form video editing ability using CapCut, Premiere, DaVinci Resolve, Adobe Creative Suite, or similar
- A portfolio, reel, or personal account you can share with us would be great
- Working knowledge of Instagram and Facebook, including what makes short-form video perform
- Strong written communication and a natural, conversational writing voice
- Experience with Meta Ads Manager, Business Suite, Canva, or Photoshop is a plus
- Twin Cities location is a plus — local candidates get first access to on-site shoots — but is not required
Why You'll Like Working Here
We're a small team that moves quickly. There's no marketing department and no long approval chain, so your work goes live fast and you'll see results in days rather than months. You'll work directly with the owners. This is your opportunity to build something truly impactful with hands on experience to add to your resume. Real results directly from your work. A high performer will be offered continued work after the internship. There is no set deadline for the internship ending.
September through December is our peak season — It's the busiest and most interesting stretch of our year, and it's what you would be jumping head-first into. We are a small, hyper-ambitious company and reward people who share the same excitement for building something incredible. Let's build something great together!
Pay: $1,000.00 - $8,000.00 per month
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Minneapolis, MN 55429
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Tips for Your Paid Social Manager Internship Search
Apply in the fall for summer internships
Large employers open paid social manager summer cohorts as early as September and close them well before the new year. Smaller companies and co-op programs post on a rolling basis closer to start dates, so searching only in spring means you've already missed the structured programs worth targeting.
Build a campaign portfolio before you apply
Paid social manager hiring teams need something concrete to assess. Run practice campaigns on a small budget, document your targeting choices, ad creative, and results, and publish the work as case studies. A linked portfolio of two or three real or simulated campaigns does more than a resume full of coursework descriptions.
Work your campus network and apply directly at the same time
Campus career fairs surface structured internship programs tied to your university, and career center staff often know which employers recruit from your school before roles post publicly. Applying directly to companies running smaller cohorts alongside campus activity widens the pool you reach and surfaces roles that never appear at fairs.
Practice your paid social interview format out loud
Paid social manager intern screens typically involve a scenario or case exercise where you walk through how you'd structure a campaign, choose a platform, set targeting, and interpret results. Practice explaining your reasoning aloud, not just arriving at an answer, because interviewers weigh how you think through the problem as much as your conclusion.
Target structured cohort programs early
Many larger marketing and media organizations run formal internship cohorts for paid social candidates new to the field, built around rotations, training, and mentorship. These programs recruit early in the fall and fill fast. Identify the ones that match your background and apply in the first wave rather than waiting for a second posting.
Set your work-type filter before you start
On-site roles are 33% of the paid social manager internships listed here. Decide what you can commit to before you start reviewing listings, then filter by location and work type so you're not spending time on roles you can't take.
Paid Social Manager Internships: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a paid social manager internship?
Lead with coursework and personal projects rather than work history, since hiring teams expect limited experience at the intern level. For paid social manager candidates, the concrete artifact recruiters want to assess is a portfolio showing live or practice campaigns, including ad creative, targeting rationale, and performance screenshots. Pair direct applications with campus career fairs, where recruiters often move faster for students they meet in person.
Can a paid social manager internship turn into a full-time job?
Many employers extend return offers to strong interns, but conversion is never guaranteed. What drives it for paid social manager interns is consistent performance on real campaigns, whether the team has open headcount at the end of the summer, and how early you signal interest. Treat the offer as a possibility worth positioning for, not an outcome to count on.
When should I apply for paid social manager internships?
Earlier than most expect. Large employers recruit summer interns the preceding fall, often closing applications before December. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to start dates, so openings appear year-round. Checking listings regularly and having your portfolio ready before you apply puts you ahead of candidates who start preparing after they find a role.
Are paid social manager internships paid?
Most professional paid social manager internships in the United States are paid. Compensation varies by company size, industry, and location, and listings show the range where the employer chooses to disclose it. Unpaid arrangements exist but are far less common at companies running structured internship programs.
What should a paid social manager internship resume include?
Lead with two or three complete, documented projects rather than work history: name the platforms used, the objective, and what you tested or optimized, then link to a portfolio page or case study so recruiters can assess actual work. Add relevant coursework in digital marketing, analytics, or consumer behavior. Keep the resume to one page.
Are there remote paid social manager internships?
Yes. Remote and hybrid roles make up 67% of the paid social manager internship listings here, with the rest on-site. Remote cohorts fill fast because they draw applicants from across the country, so apply early and filter by work type to see them before they close.
Can international students get paid social manager internships?
Yes. F-1 students can intern through CPT while enrolled or through OPT work authorization after finishing a degree, and the employer does not have to file anything for either, so many companies are open to international interns. Confirm your eligibility and timing with your university's international student office before accepting an offer.
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