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This role includes assisting with social media, content creation, event planning, and community outreach while working closely with the marketing team to enhance guest engagement and promote upcoming programs and campaigns. The Marketing & Events Intern at Mississippi Aquarium will gain hands-on experience supporting the aquarium’s marketing initiatives and special events.

Job Title: Marketing & Events InternLocation: Mississippi Aquarium, Gulfport, MSReports to: Director of Sales and MarketingInternship Period: 12 Weeks | May 18 through August 10, 2026Applications Close:  April 17, 2026 Job Summary:The Marketing & Events Intern at Mississippi Aquarium will gain hands-on experience supporting the aquarium’s marketing initiatives and special events. This role includes assisting with social media, content creation, event planning, and community outreach while working closely with the marketing team to enhance guest engagement and promote upcoming programs and campaigns.Key Responsibilities:·         Assist with the planning, promotion, and execution of on-site and off-site events·         Support social media efforts by drafting content, sourcing images, and monitoring engagement·         Help coordinate marketing materials (flyers, signage, digital assets) with internal teams and vendors·         Conduct research on market trends, competitors, and partnership opportunities·         Assist in email campaign preparation and audience segmentation·         Provide on-site support during events (setup, guest engagement, logistics)·         Track and report on campaign and event performance metrics·         Support other marketing and outreach initiatives as neededQualifications:<ul><li>Pursuing a degree in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, Hospitality, or a related field</li><li>Strong written and verbal communication skills</li><li>Creative thinker with strong organizational skills and attention to detail </li><li>Comfortable with social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, X)</li><li>Ability to multitask and work collaboratively in a team setting</li><li>Willingness to work some evenings and weekends for events</li></ul> Benefits:<ul><li>Hands-on experience in marketing strategy and event management</li><li>Exposure to real-world projects in tourism, education, and nonprofit sectors</li><li>Networking opportunities with industry professionals</li><li>Development of portfolio-worthy work (social campaigns, event plans, content contributions)</li></ul>

MISSISSIPPI AQUARIUM

Marketing and Events Intern

Campaigns

Communication Skills

Content Development

Detail Oriented

Email Campaign

Event Management

Facebook Application Development

Flyers

Logistics

Market Research

Market Trend Analysis

Marketing

Marketing Communications

Marketing Strategy

Multitasking

Nonprofit

On Site Support

Organizational Skills

Performance Metrics

Presentation/Verbal Skills

Promotional Programs

Public/Media/Press/Analyst Relations

Sales

Social Media

Team Player

Travel Industry

Writing Skills

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General responsibilities include developing marketing plans, coordinating advertising strategies, completing direct sales calls, completing tours with prospective residents, planning in-house marketing events and maintaining marketing collaterals and brochures. Coordinates admissions and discharges with the Director of Maintenance to ensure a minimum turnaround time for vacated apartments and verifies the apartment's readiness prior to a resident's admission.

A Senior Living Community in Biloxi, MS is looking for a Director of Sales to join their team! The Director of Sales is responsible for the overall sales and marketing and public relations strategies designed to meet and exceed community census goals. General responsibilities include developing marketing plans, coordinating advertising strategies, completing direct sales calls, completing tours with prospective residents, planning in-house marketing events and maintaining marketing collaterals and brochures. The Director of Sales ensures that policies and procedures related to customer service and marketing are implemented and maintained consistently. All department directors report directly to the Executive Director. JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBITIES:<ul><li style="line-height:normal">Planning</li></ul> <ul><li style="line-height:normal">Assists the Executive Director in the development of marketing plan, including a quarterly competitive analysis.</li></ul> <ul><li style="line-height:normal">Successfully organizes and implements the marketing plan on a daily basis; Know budgeted census, admission goals and actual census at all times.</li></ul> <ul><li style="line-height:normal">Plans in-house events designed to educate the community on the services and strengths of the community.</li></ul> <ul><li style="line-height:normal">Practices excellent time management skills and completes tasks within company time frames.</li></ul> <ul><li style="line-height:normal">Direction and Implementation</li></ul> <ul><li style="line-height:normal">Makes at least 10-15 direct sales calls with referral sources each week. </li></ul> <ul><li style="line-height:normal">Completes sales calls according to the annual marketing plan (primary, secondary and tertiary referral sources). Maintains an average minimum of 12 hot leads per month.</li></ul> <ul><li style="line-height:normal">Utilizes the CRM software program daily in order to document inquiries, deposits, admissions, discharges, census, schedule, advertising and sales calls.</li></ul> <ul><li style="line-height:normal">Ensures occupancy/census goals are achieved through qualified admissions.</li></ul> <ul><li style="line-height:normal">Ensures all staff are trained in greeting guests and can actively participate during tours.</li></ul> <ul><li style="line-height:normal">Models professionalism, compassion and courtesy at all times.</li></ul> <ul><li style="line-height:normal">Ensures that model rooms are available and ready for viewing at all times.</li></ul> <ul><li style="line-height:normal">Develops and maintains strong relationships with community and civic organizations, such as The Alzheimer's Association, Rotary Clubs, Chambers of Commerce, Senior Centers, etc.</li></ul> <ul><li style="line-height:normal">An average of at least four admissions per month are required for success. </li></ul> <ul><li style="line-height:normal">Coordinates events with the Director of Activities.</li></ul> <ul><li style="line-height:normal">Provides thorough and accurate information to the Wellness department in order to complete pre-admission assessments for prospective residents.</li></ul> <ul><li style="line-height:normal">Coordinates admissions and discharges with the Director of Maintenance to ensure a minimum turnaround time for vacated apartments and verifies the apartment's readiness prior to a resident's admission.</li></ul> <ul><li style="line-height:normal">Recommends innovative ideas to the Executive Director for marketing, advertising, collaterals and public relations.</li></ul> <ul><li style="line-height:normal"> Regulation and Policy Compliance</li></ul> <ul><li style="line-height:normal"> Ensures that policies and procedures are followed as they relate to marketing and advertising.</li></ul> <ul><li style="line-height:normal"> Maintains Federal, State, County and City regulations.</li></ul> <ul><li> Maintains a working knowledge and demonstrates acceptable performance skills in:<ul><li> Resident rights and responsibilities.</li><li> Respect for residents' belongings.</li><li> Respect for residents' privacy.</li><li> Respect for residents' religious beliefs.</li><li> Respect for interpersonal relationships with family and other staff members.</li></ul></li></ul>JOB QUALIFICATIONS:<ol><li style="text-align:justify;line-height:normal">Must be able to relate to the elderly in a positive manner.</li><li style="text-align:justify;line-height:normal">Must possess good marketing and public relations skills.</li><li style="text-align:justify;line-height:normal">A minimum of two (2) years prior experience in a sales position operating retirement, assisted living or skilled nursing community, or related business.</li><li style="text-align:justify;line-height:normal">High School diploma, higher education, and accompanied by specific training and/or certification in management activities.</li><li style="text-align:justify;line-height:normal">Must possess a current state specific driver's license and appropriate driving record.</li><li style="text-align:justify;line-height:normal">Must be fidelity bondable.</li></ol>OTHER REQUIREMENTS:<ul><li>Good communication skills, verbal and written; English language skills adequate to allow communication with residents and staff, and to understand written and verbal instructions. Compassion for the elderly and sick. Self-motivation.</li></ul>UNIVERSAL PRECAUTIONS:<ul><li style="text-align:justify;line-height:normal">Exposure to blood/body fluid is not likely.</li></ul>PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:<ul><li style="text-align:justify;line-height:normal">Push, pull, and lift at least 30 pounds. Frequent transporting of residents in wheelchairs.</li></ul>

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