Destination DC Apprenticeship

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APPRENTICESHIP SUMMARY

Reports to: Chief of Staff & Talent Acquisition Manager

Destination DC (DDC) seeks two highly motivated and enthusiastic individuals to join our immersive apprenticeship program. This unique opportunity will provide hands-on work experience in various aspects of destination marketing and management.

Our Goals for You:

This program is designed to achieve three key objectives:

1. Drive Business to D.C.: Contribute to the growth of Washington, D.C. as a premier destination by supporting initiatives that attract visitors and generate economic impact.
2. Increase Your Capacity: Develop your skills and knowledge in destination marketing, event planning, and strategic communications.
3. Foster Community: Become an active member of the DDC community and build lasting relationships with industry professionals.

Your Role:

As an apprentice, you'll rotate through different departments to gain a comprehensive understanding of DDC's operations:

• Executive Office: Dive deep into the strategic direction of DDC, including budget management, stakeholder relations, and overall organizational operations.
• Partnerships & Alliances: Learn the art of building and maintaining strong relationships with key industry partners, such as hotels, restaurants, and attractions.
• Convention Sales & Services: Learn about the convention sales process, from generating leads to negotiating contracts, client engagement and executing successful events.
• Tourism, Sports, and Visitor Experience: Gain insights into promoting tourism, sports events, and enhancing the visitor experience in Washington, D.C.
• Marketing & Communications: Assist with developing and implementing effective marketing and communications strategies, including social media, public relations, and digital marketing.

Beyond the Rotations:

• Attend regular company-wide and departmental meetings.
• Contribute to general department duties as needed.

Apprenticeship Specifics:

Duration

• January 13, 2025 -July 10, 2025
• You must be available 28 hours per week; 4 days/week in-person, Mondays - Fridays.
• Hours worked must be within the parameters of Monday-Friday, 8:30am-5pm EST to coincide with the operational hours of the office.

Work Environment

This Apprentice is expected in the office 4 days a week (Monday-Thursday). Apprentice will follow Destination DC's policies for staff and may work hybrid, coming into the office at a minimum of four days a week and as determined by supervisor. . Apprentice must have reliable internet to work remotely. Destination DC issues a work computer to be used for the duration of the apprenticeship.

What You Bring: Experience, Competencies, Knowledge

• Must be a resident of Washington D.C.
• Early career professional with experience in hospitality, tourism, marketing, communications, or a related field preferred (including internship experience).
• Demonstrated proficiency with technology; Microsoft Office Suite and Zoom.
• Exceptional customer service and business etiquette skills.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational and time management abilities.
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Demonstrated interest in the travel and tourism economy.
• Enthusiasm for Washington, DC.

If you're ready to embark on an exciting career journey and make a significant impact on Washington, D.C.'s tourism industry, we encourage you to apply.

Empower Your Career, Elevate Our City

DESTINATION DC IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

We welcome all to apply and are committed to retaining, hiring, developing, and promoting diverse talent. We recognize and celebrate cultural differences within our organization by establishing opportunities for education and allyship.

Please reach out to us if you need accommodations with an application.

About Destination DC

Destination DC, the lead destination marketing organization for the nation's capital, is a private, non-profit membership organization of nearly 1,000 businesses committed to marketing the area as a premier global convention, tourism, and special events destination with a special emphasis on the arts, cultural and historic communities. www.washington.org