Marketing Intern

FOCUS Broadband is looking for an energetic candidate to join our Marketing Team as an Intern for Summer 2026. This is not your typical internship. At FOCUS Broadband, we believe in providing our interns with real-world experience, and we’re committed to helping you grow and develop the skills needed to succeed in the marketing industry. Whether it’s creating content for social media, conducting market research, or assisting with design projects, you will have the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to the team and build a solid marketing skill set.

This hands-on opportunity offers practical experience across a wide range of marketing activities, including advertising, social media, public relations, graphic design, marketing research, and much more. As a Marketing Intern, you will work closely with our Marketing Coordinators and Public Relations team, contributing to various projects and events. Throughout your internship, you'll gain valuable skills in strategy, analytics, and communication. Our goal is to enhance your skill set and help you stay ahead of the curve by teaching you the latest marketing trends and techniques.

Requirements: 

Throughout the internship you will gain exposure to the following areas:

Social Media & Marketing Campaigns:

• Assist with daily administrative tasks for marketing campaigns.
• Design and present social media ideas or digital content to the team.
• Contribute to the creation of marketing materials such as mockups and email campaigns for FOCUS products and services.

Market Research:

• Manage subscriber lists for marketing initiatives and assist with improving team strategies.
• File news articles related to FOCUS Broadband and competitors, and scan and record corporate photos.
• Research competitors' marketing materials and package offerings to help refine marketing strategies.

Public Relations:

• Contribute to copywriting for marketing materials, campaigns, and communications.
• Collaborate with the team on scriptwriting for videos and promotional content.
• Assist in video production efforts by helping with the creation of engaging content.

Marketing Coordinators:

• Assist with customer surveys to gather valuable insights into FOCUS services.
• Analyze survey results and contribute to the interpretation of data to improve marketing strategies.

Event Assistance:

• Help set up and take down events during the spring and summer season.
• Assist with event planning, including scheduling and organizing bookings.
• Attend events to engage with customers and potential customers, promoting FOCUS Broadband services.

Qualifications:

• Currently enrolled or a recent graduate in a bachelor’s degree program in Business Administration, Marketing, Communications, Public Relations or a related field. 
• Strong written and verbal communication skills. 
• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively. 
• A proactive attitude with a willingness to learn and assist with a wide range of Marketing functions. 
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) or similar software is a plus. 

This internship will be based in our Shallotte, NC office and may be up to 40 hours per week during the summer term. The intern will be supported and supervised by our Marketing and Public Relations leadership team, who will provide ongoing guidance and feedback throughout the experience. FOCUS Broadband will provide all necessary equipment and resources to ensure the intern is set up for success.

Learning Outcomes:

• Develop professional communication skills through collaboration with cross-functional teams and content creation.
• Gain experience in digital marketing strategy, including social media planning, campaign execution, and analytics.
• Strengthen time management and organizational skills by managing multiple projects and deadlines.
• Build foundational skills in market research, data analysis, and interpretation of customer insights.
• Apply creative thinking and problem-solving in real-world marketing initiatives and campaigns.