Social Media Internship

OverviewAs a successful Social Media Intern, you will play a pivotal role in strategizing, crafting, and sharing compelling content across The Ripken Experience™ Aberdeen's social media channels. You will actively contribute to the strategic brand marketing initiatives of Ripken Baseball. This paid internship will span from late-August until late-November. We will be happy to work with your school to help you secure any required college credits upon your successful completion of the program.Internship Dates: August 2025 - November 2025As a Social Media Intern, you will:Learn 'The Ripken Way' to play an integral role in operating the best baseball tournaments in the nationCreate a fun, dynamic atmosphere for guests, developing camaraderie and acting as a positive role modelAdhere to the Ripken values and brand standards, ensuring a consistent representation of excellenceAcquire expertise in social media and content creation through hands-on guidance from professionalsCollaborate with brands and agency representatives to execute strategic sponsored social media campaignsConceptualize and design distinctive content for social media platforms in alignment with brand standardsHarness the power of social media tools and analytics to amplify audience engagementMaintain a high level of professionalism while providing extraordinary customer serviceDemonstrate a proactive approach to learning, displaying initiative, desire, and determination to champion the values associated with the Ripken name and brandWork with staff to achieve objectives effectively and efficiently, while providing a once-in-a-lifetime experience for participantsBe considered to work in other roles or other events at the conclusion of the internship, based on performanceQualifications:This is the perfect internship for college students who have an interest in sports, social media management, and marketing.Requirements:Proven professional proficiency in managing Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok platformsPrior experience working with content creation tools such as Canva and Adobe Photoshop In-depth experience with capturing both video and picture contentTop-tier communication skills Engaging, outgoing personality with abundant energy and proactive initiativeStrong attention to detail Impeccable time-management and organizational skills Pursuing or possessing a college degree in communications or a marketing-focused fieldAbility and willingness to physically perform all job responsibilitiesFlexibility to work a variable schedule, primarily on weekends and eveningsAvailability and ability for on-site work in Aberdeen, MDPreferred Experience:Prior experience in a social media management role or other communications related position Previous experience within the sports sectorGenuine passion for sports, with a particular emphasis on baseball/softballSome level of experience playing baseball/softball

Created: 2025-09-27