Hospitality Marketing & Promotions Intern

Hospitality Marketing & Promotions Intern
Summer 2026 NYC

Company: Concrete Hospitality Group
Location: Concrete Hospitality Group’s Central Office, based at 420 Park Avenue South. Willing and able to travel to Concrete portfolio properties throughout Manhattan and Queens
Employment Type: Internship (Full-time/Part-time for the Summer 2025 Term) for college credit + hourly pay

About Us

At Concrete Hospitality Group, we believe that experiences worth paying for are those you cannot recreate yourself. Our team is dedicated to curating unique, immersive hospitality experiences that captivate guests and leave lasting impressions. Founded by hospitality veterans Jonathan Knudsen and Josh Pendley, we specialize in Operational Development, Management, Owner Representation, and Conceptual Consultancy for hotels, restaurants, resorts, and membership-driven clubs. Our success is built on a foundation of creativity, innovation, and a deep passion for guest service, spanning projects from New York to California to the Caribbean.

Position Summary

Concrete Hospitality Group is seeking a Marketing Intern with a passion for storytelling, branding, and guest engagement. This role provides a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in marketing strategy, digital engagement, content creation, and event promotion within the fast-paced hospitality and food & beverage industry. The Marketing Intern will play a key role in developing creative campaigns, supporting brand initiatives, and executing promotional strategies that enhance customer experiences and drive engagement.

What You’ll Do

Brand & Content Marketing

• Assist in developing and executing marketing campaigns for restaurants, lounges, event spaces, and entertainment venues.
• Support the creation of digital content, including flyers, newsletters, signage, and event invitations.
• Collaborate on social media content by refining copy, curating imagery, and aligning messaging with brand voice.
  Participate in venue photoshoots, assisting with lighting, staging, and content curation for visual storytelling.
• Participate in venue photoshoots, assisting with lighting, staging, and content curation for visual storytelling.
• Help manage and update marketing collateral, including printed and digital materials.

Event & Promotional Marketing

• Support the planning, promotion, and execution of special events, ticketed parties, and seasonal activations (e.g., Mother’s day, Summer activations, Fourth of July, Fall Fashion Week, Pop-ups).
• Contribute to local neighborhood outreach programs and targeted demand generator initiatives.
• Assist with public relations efforts, including press releases, agency coordination, and media outreach.
• Monitor and update digital listings (Google, Yelp, TripAdvisor, OpenTable) to ensure brand consistency.
• Support venue teams during activations to help execute promotional campaigns and enhance the guest experience.

Live Event Production & Promotions

• Assist with the setup, breakdown, and transportation of event production equipment, including speakers, lighting, DJ equipment, barricades, and event infrastructure.
• Conduct pre-event sound checks alongside DJs, performers, and production staff to ensure equipment is functioning properly.
• Support basic audio, lighting, and production operations during live events and activations.
• Coordinate performer and artist arrivals while assisting with event timelines and production schedules.
• Serve as a welcoming point of contact for DJs, performers, promoters, and entertainment partners.
• Assist with artist hospitality, green room preparation, and advance requests.
• Help maintain organized production, backstage, and storage areas while ensuring equipment remains event-ready.
• Support venue management with crowd flow, event logistics, and operational execution during high-volume events.

Market Research & Analytics

• Conduct competitive analysis and industry research to identify opportunities for growth.
• Track marketing campaign performance, offering insights and recommendations for optimization.
• Support the analysis of social media and web analytics to refine content strategy.
• Assist in guest data collection and targeted marketing efforts to enhance engagement.

Administrative & Operational Support

• Update and print venue menus, ensuring consistency across platforms, and alignment within brand guidelines 
• Assist in monitoring and responding to online reviews, collaborating with the team to improve guest satisfaction.
• Attend weekly marketing and venue meetings, taking notes and tracking key action points.
• Maintain marketing databases and email lists for customer engagement.
• Provide administrative support for marketing projects, including budget tracking, vendor coordination, and filing.

What You’ll Gain

• Real-world experience in marketing within the hospitality and food & beverage industry.
• Opportunities to work on impactful projects and see your creative ideas come to life.
• Mentorship from experienced marketing professionals in hospitality.
• Networking opportunities with industry leaders and exposure to a dynamic, creative environment.
• A fun, supportive work culture that values innovation, collaboration, and guest experience.

Who You Are

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Marketing, Hospitality, Communications, Event Management, Music Business, Entertainment Management, or a related field.
• Strong interest in hospitality, live events, nightlife, music, entertainment, and guest experience.
• Proficient in Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Slides) and social media platforms.
• Experience with Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, Mailchimp, or similar marketing tools is a plus.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to interact professionally with guests, artists, vendors, and team members.
• Organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Able to remain calm and professional under pressure during live events.
• Flexible and available to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as business needs require.
• Professional in appearance, demeanor, and guest interaction.
• Spanish fluency is a plus.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds regularly.
• Must be comfortable standing, walking, bending, and moving equipment for extended periods.
• Ability to work in loud environments with high levels of music and crowd activity.
• Comfortable working in a high-volume, high-energy atmosphere where priorities can shift quickly.

What We Offer

• Hands-on learning in marketing strategy, event promotion, and digital engagement.
• Opportunities to collaborate with hospitality professionals and executive leadership.
• A dynamic, fast-paced environment where creativity and innovation are valued.
  Potential for career advancement within Concrete Hospitality Group or referrals to industry contacts.

If you’re ready to build your marketing career in hospitality and contribute to an exciting, high-energy team, we’d love to hear from you! Apply now!