Digital Marketing & Communications Intern

Job Details
Level
Entry
Job Location
Cope Plastics Inc Alton - Alton, IL
Remote Type
N/A
Position Type
Undisclosed
Education Level
Undisclosed
Salary Range
$16.00 Hourly
Travel Percentage
Undisclosed
Job Shift
Undisclosed
Job Category
Undisclosed
Description
Join Our Team as a Marketing Intern!
Who you are:
You are a dynamic and creative individual looking to kick-start your career in marketing. You have a strong passion for social media, a keen eye for detail, and a natural curiosity for market research. You are a dedicated student excited to work in a hybrid work environment, where you can apply what you learn in school to the real world. If this sounds like you, then we want YOU to join our team at Cope Plastics!
Who we are:
For us, business is personal. With a culture that fosters positivity and a feeling of family, Cope Plastics is a great place to grow your career. We're always looking for talented, passionate people to join our team. We may be one of the largest performance plastic distribution & fabrication companies in the country, but you wouldn't instantly know that by working with our tight-knit team. We're united in our dedication to providing the best materials and plastics solutions the industry can offer. We are One Cope. Check out our website to discover more about Cope Plastics, Inc.
Key Responsibilities:
As a Marketing Intern at Cope Plastics, you'll have the opportunity to:

• Assist in the creation and scheduling of social media content across various platforms, including but not limited to LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.
• Engage with our online community by responding to comments, messages, and mentions in a timely and professional manner.
• Research and stay updated on industry trends, best practices, and emerging social media platforms.
• Collaborate with the marketing team to develop and execute social media campaigns, contests, and promotions.
• Monitor and analyze social media metrics to assess the performance of our content and make data-driven recommendations for improvement.
• Participate in brainstorming sessions to generate creative and engaging social media ideas.
• Assist in other Digital Marketing activities as needed, such as email marketing and website content management.
• Perform research and market analysis activities.
• Assist in developing and implementing marketing strategies.
• Conduct research and analysis of customer segments, pain points, new feature requirements, and potential enhancements to drive site experience and online conversion success metrics.
• Assist with sales support duties, such as shipping promo items, fulfilling business card requests, managing marketing closet inventory, creating ink card orders, and more.

Qualifications
To thrive in this role, you should meet the following criteria:

• Currently enrolled in a related degree program (Event Management, Hospitality, Marketing, or a related field).
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Basic knowledge of Digital Marketing best practices.
• Creative thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Well-versed with social media platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and YouTube.
• Great creative and writing skills for basic copywriting and brief-writing.
• Design/editing skills are a nice-to-have.
• Self-starter and entrepreneurial - can work with minimal supervision.
• Organized and a multitasker for a hybrid work environment.

If you're a motivated individual looking to gain hands-on experience in the world of marketing, this is the perfect opportunity for you. Join our team at Cope Plastics and be part of our exciting journey!