About the Company
DIG SOUTH is the South’s Tech Hub, new media for the new South. We cover everything related to innovation in the South — from the hottest startups and product launches, to big business personalities and VC rounds. DIG SOUTH produces DIG SOUTH Tech Conference in April and supports the DIG NATION Member Community.
Job Description: Editorial + Marketing + Event Promotion Intern
DIG SOUTH is looking for two sharp, forward-thinking interns to help develop web and social media content. Our ideal intern has a background in journalism, marketing, business or entrepreneurship and is passionate about the South, technology, and digital media. You’ll be joining a small, entrepreneurial team and will get to do real work – no coffee errands here.
This is a part-time position (15 hours weekly) open to undergraduate or graduate students who will receive college credit.
Job Responsibilities
- Research and/or write articles (company spotlights, Q&As, etc.)
- Assist with content curation for social media and email newsletters
- Research upcoming regional events for story leads
- Track DIG SOUTH Conference presenters and sponsors for newsworthy content
- Help develop sponsored content for digsouth.com and weekly e-news
- Assist with social media management, sourcing images and scheduling posts
Qualifications
- Self-motivated, disciplined, and willing to work independently
- Excellent writing and proofreading skills
- Great time-management skills and the ability to meet deadlines
- Experience managing social media (Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram, Twitter)
- Creative thinker ready to contribute and share ideas
Compensation
The internship is for college credit only.
Duration
The exact start and end dates are flexible. Interns will be expected to start in January and work until the end of April.
To Apply
If you are interested in working to spotlight innovation in the South, let us know why we should meet. All applications require:
- a resume;
- cover letter explaining why you’re interested in DIG SOUTH and what you would bring to the team; and
- at least one writing sample.
Please email the above to stanfieldgray@digsouth.com by November 30, 2017.