Marketing Intern

COMPANY DESCRIPTION:

The Texas Restaurant Association (TRA) serves and supports the restaurant industry in Texas by providing resources for success and growth. TRA has been advocating for restaurant members since 1937, helping to increase sales, reduce expenses, and improve profitability. Membership in TRA also includes membership in the National Restaurant Association and TRA's local Texas chapters, multiplying the value of the investment.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Marketing Intern will support the Marketing Manager with email marketing, social media, website management, and event promotion for the Texas Restaurant Association and its Chapters. The primary focus will be assisting with social media and email campaigns for events. Travel to two key events in Houston and Waco is required, with responsibilities including setup, email marketing, social media management, and other onsite tasks.

DUTIES:

General Duties and Requirements:

• Work in the Austin office with a hybrid schedule (20-25 hours per week, depending on project needs)
• Design marketing materials using Canva
• Collaborate with and report directly to the Marketing Manager
• Adobe Creative Suite proficiency is a plus, but not required
• Manage and update content on TRA and show websites

Social Media Marketing Requirements:

• Create social media content for all platforms using Canva and TRA imagery
• Schedule posts on Facebook and Instagram using Agorapulse, and manage content via Meta Business Suite
• Compile and generate monthly social media performance reports
• Oversee social media posting, monitoring, and engagement during events

Email Marketing Requirements:

• Leverage Mailchimp to manage email marketing
• Develop email campaign content for event attendees and exhibitors
• Collaborate with four metro offices to design and distribute email campaigns for TRA Chapters as needed

EDUCATION:

• Currently pursuing a degree in Marketing, Communications, or a related field