Fall Intern- Social Media Specialist- Tourism

Position Details

Position Information

Working Title of Vacant Position Fall Intern- Social Media Specialist- Tourism Job Type Seasonal/Substitute Posting Type Intern Number of Vacancies 2 Department PARKS, REC, & TOURISM Division TOURISM Requisition Number 2026125 Number of hours worked per week up to 20 hours a week Work Schedule

Flexible hours; up to 30 hours per week

Work Site Location Chesapeake, VA Position Driving Requirement O - Occasional Pay Grade N/A Pay Basis Weekly Advertised Salary

$17.50/ per hour

Job Description

Join our team this fall and help share the stories, experiences, events, and natural beauty that make the City of Chesapeake an exceptional place to live, learn, work, farm, and play.

The Social Media Specialist Intern will support the Tourism team by assisting with marketing initiatives, customer engagement, and social media management. Responsibilities include capturing photo and video content, creating reels and other digital media, and supporting a variety of tourism marketing efforts.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct a comprehensive audit and reorganization of the department's digital asset library to improve accessibility, brand consistency, and internal efficiency across marketing initiatives.
• Create engaging social media content, including post copy, reel concepts, and short-form video ideas. Capture photography and video at events, parks, and attractions to help tell the destination's story.
• Assist in developing seasonal and campaign-based content calendars aligned with tourism marketing priorities.
• Draft blog articles and website copy that highlight local experiences, inspire visitation, and support search visibility.
• Support website content updates and redesign planning through content audits, competitive research, and user experience feedback.
• Evaluate current social media and digital platforms and provide research-based recommendations to improve engagement, reach, and brand visibility.
• Research competitor destinations and summarize trends, best practices, and emerging tourism marketing strategies.
• Assist with the development and refresh of in-house marketing assets, including graphics, templates, and digital resources.
• Help organize user-generated content and support outreach for content permissions when appropriate.
• Develop and present a final capstone project or presentation highlighting strategic recommendations or a campaign concept created during the internship.
• Contribute to additional marketing and communications projects as opportunities arise.

What You'll Gain

• Hands-on experience in tourism marketing and destination storytelling
• Real-world content creation and social media strategy experience
• Opportunities to attend events and explore parks and attractions
• Portfolio-worthy projects and mentorship

Required Qualifications

Must be a college student in good academic standing who is majoring in, or a recent college graduate (i.e., within one year of graduation) in tourism, marketing, public relations, communications, or related fields.

Students participating in the Internship Program will be responsible for :

• Providing their own transportation to and from work,
• Arriving at the work site at the time designated by the work site supervisor.
• Performing the tasks assigned by the vocational instructor/coordinator and the work site supervisor in an efficient manner.
• Demonstrating honesty, punctuality, courtesy, a cooperative attitude, appropriate dress, and a willingness to learn.
• Conforming to the guidelines of the internship work site.

Requires a valid driver's license with a driving record that complies with the City Driving Standards.

Preferred Qualifications

Posting Detail Information

Job Open Date 07/07/2026 Job Close Date 07/16/2026 Open Continuous No Special Instructions to Applicants

Students will be limited to one internship per school year.

Fall 2026 internships begin on or after August 17, 2026. The length of the internship may vary depending on the student's availability. The student may work up to 30 hours per week for a maximum of 360 hours.

ADA Checklist

Overall Physical Strength Demands

Overall Physical Strength Demands M=Medium - Exerting 20-50 lbs. occasionally, 10-25 lbs. frequently, or up to 10 lbs. constantly

Physical Demands

C = Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. F = Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. O = Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. R = Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. N = Never- Never occurs.

Standing Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Sitting Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Walking Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Lifting Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Lifting Amount Exerting up to 20 to 50 lbs Carrying Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Carrying Weight Exerting up to 20 to 50 lbs Pushing/Pulling Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Pushing/Pulling Weight Exerting up to 20 to 50 lbs Reaching Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Handling Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Fine Dexterity Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Kneeling Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Crouching Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Crawling Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. Bending Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Twisting Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Climbing Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. Balancing Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Vision Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. Hearing Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. Talking Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. Foot Controls Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Machines, Tools, Equipment and Work Aids Used

computer, videography equipment, copier, phone, vehicle, recreational and marketing tools, and materials.

Protective Equipment Required

Any PPE required by safety regulations when operating machines, tools, and equipment.

Health and Safety

D = Daily W = Several Times Per Week M = Several Times Per Month S = Seasonally N = Never

Mechanical Hazards W = Several Times Per Week Chemical Hazards S = Seasonally Electrical Hazards W = Several Times Per Week Fire Hazards S = Seasonally Explosives S = Seasonally Communicable Diseases S = Seasonally Physical Danger or Abuse S = Seasonally Other If Other, Description

Environmental Factors

D = Daily W = Several Times Per Week M = Several Times Per Month S = Seasonally N = Never

Dirt and Dust D = Daily Extreme Temperatures S = Seasonally Noise and Vibration W = Several Times Per Week Fumes and Odors M = Several Times Per Month Wetness/Humidity S = Seasonally Darkness or Poor Lighting S = Seasonally Primary Work Location Office Environment, Vehicle, Outdoors

Non-Physical Demands

C = Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. F = Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. O = Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. R = Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. N = Never- Never occurs.

Time Pressures Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. Emergency Situations Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Frequent Change of Tasks Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Irregular Work Schedule/Overtime Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Performing Multiple Tasks Simultaneously Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Working Closely with Others as Part of a Team Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Tedious or Exacting Work Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Noisy/Distracting Environment Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Other If Other, Description Can anyone assist the employee in performing the primary tasks assigned to this position? If yes, identify the eligible task(s)

Incumbent must be able to work independently the majority of the time.

Professional References

Professional References

Please provide contact information for professional references.

Minimum Requests 0 Maximum Requests 4

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • Do you possess a valid driver's license and a driving record that is in compliance with the City's Driving Standards? Please review position requirements for details.
• Yes
• No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter
• Transcripts