Visit Athens Jobs and Internships
Now receiving applications for:
Digital Marketing & Communications Intern
Summer 2023 is filled; Currently accepting applications for Fall semester 2023.
Hours: 10 hours/week
One position filled each semester
$12 per hour
Seeking Athens' biggest fans to apply to promote the city to visitors. Visit Athens is the official tourism marketing organization for Athens-Clarke County and is searching for a Digital Marketing & Communications intern.
This multi-faceted internship will provide real-world experience with B2C use of social media and email marketing, as well as creating owned content such as blog articles. All blog articles and press releases authored will include the student's byline-- great opportunity to develop a professional portfolio!
Interns will also have the opportunity to participate in any press visits scheduled during the internship period.
Visit Athens markets Athens as a destination for leisure travel, meetings & conventions. We play a key role in economic development, as we draw visitor dollars to a wide segment of local businesses.
Early applications are encouraged as cover letters & resumes will be reviewed as received and interviews with highly qualified applicants scheduled.
All majors considered, Sophomore-Senior year.
Detail-oriented, professionalism, and reliability a must. Exceptional writing skills. Particular interest in social media a plus.
How to Apply: Send Cover Letter and Résumé to:
Hannah Smith, Director of Marketing & Communications
hsmith@VisitAthensGA.com
No phone calls, please.
Restaurant Week Planning Intern
Summer 2023 position has been filled; Summer 2024 applications will be accepted in late February 2024.
Hours: 10 - 15 hours/week
Summer Semester, May 31 - August 3
$12 per hour
Athens Restaurant Week is returning this July! Visit Athens, the official tourism marketing organization for Athens-Clarke County, collaborates with participating restaurants to organize and promote this event.
The intern will assist the CVB's marketing & communications team with activating this community-wide event, including:
- Recruiting restaurants to participate (at no cost to the restaurant).
- Obtaining restaurant week menus and photo-video assets from participants.
- Ensuring that all information and assets from participating restaurants is accurately and completely reflected in a CRM database for display on the front-facing event website.
- Assisting with development of promotional materials.
- Assisting with social media leading up to and during the event.
- Assisting with media relations to secure coverage of the event.
Seeking a reliable self-starter with great attention to detail and creative flair. This internship is a great opportunity for students interested in event planning and management in addition to marketing and content creation.
Early applications are encouraged as cover letters & resumes will be reviewed as received and interviews with highly qualified applicants scheduled.
All majors considered, Sophomore-Senior year.
How to Apply: Send Cover Letter and Résumé to:
Hannah Smith, Director of Marketing & Communications
hsmith@VisitAthensGA.com
No phone calls, please.