Marketing Intern

**Marketing Intern** This is a flexible, internship with a minimum commitment of 3 days a week. **About Rooks to Cooks**: Celebrating its 7th year of operations, Rooks to Cooks is a children’s culinary school based in Toronto. Founded by Chef Shai Mandel in 2016, it was developed to be first and foremost student-centred and flexible. Their programs and services always emphasize themes of healthy eating and teach our students how to live a fulfilling healthy life. Their mission is to empower students to become more independent and self-sufficient while helping them to find their voice and build self-confidence through learning how to cook/bake. **Position Description**: This position will be an experience-based internship. The intern will work directly with our marketing specialists. The length of the commitment will be a minimum of 3 months with potential to be extended upon request. **Who we are looking for**: Students who are currently enrolled in a post-secondary education and are interested in learning about Marketing and Communications. This is a great opportunity for students who are looking to build their resume and prepare for job hunting after graduation. We will be happy to provide letters of recommendation upon completion of the internship. **What you’ll do**: - Explore Cross-promotion opportunities by working with other camps and children’s venues - Corporate sponsorships: research and contact suitable businesses to work with - Social media support: Create and execute a social media marketing plan for Facebook, Instagram and Twitter; that includes at least 1 post a day - Prepare and schedule posts for Facebook, Instagram and Twitter - Connect with mommy Facebook groups, homeschool groups and learning pod groups in the pursuit of promoting and marketing our cooking programs - Working with CEO to build and launch ‘word of mouth’ referral campaign - Devise and execute a school marketing plan for virtual programs - Assist marketers on a variety of projects, including copywriting of marketing materials - Provide customer support as needed - Contribute to the creative environment through research and group discussions - Utilize social networking opportunities to facilitate sales and increase brand awareness - Currently enrolled in a post-secondary program in communications, marketing, advertising and/or related fields - Excellent verbal and written communication skills - Effective content writing skills and ability to contribute to marketing and ad campaigns - Enjoys strategizing and looking for business trends and opportunities - Positive attitude and a "can do" approach to marketing - Quick learner who is organized and proactive - Ability to work in a self-directed environment - Knowledgeable and enthusiastic about social media - Team player **We Offer**: - Flexible working hours - can be accommodated with your school schedule - Opportunities and projects to explore and nurture your talent - Rewarding and meaningful work - Great, enthusiastic team and culture - Welcoming and family-oriented culture - Team of passionate and enthusiastic individuals Rooks to Cooks would like to sincerely thank all applicants for your expressed interest in our organization; however, only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. We look forward to hearing from you Rooks to Cooks is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians Disability Act, and the Ontario Human Rights Code, we will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment and selection process to applicants with disabilities. If you are selected for an interview, please advise us of the nature of the accommodation that may be required for your participation. Rooks to Cooks on Social Media: Pay: $0.00 Intern Position **Job Types**: Full-time, Part-time, Internship / Co-op Contract length: 3 months Part-time hours: 35 per week **Benefits**: - Flexible schedule - Work from home Schedule: - Monday to Friday **Experience**: - Marketing: 1 year (preferred) Work Location: Remote