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Category: Marketing, Sales and Service

Type: Internship

Location: Virtual and In-Person in Yakima

Application Deadline: Aug. 31, 2025

Starts: Sep. 1, 2025

Available Positions: 1

Salary Range: $18.00 - $21.00

Hours Per Week: 10 - 20

$ Paid
 Full Time
 Part Time

Available Days of the Week

  • Monday - Flexible
  • Tuesday - Flexible
  • Wednesday - Flexible
  • Thursday - Flexible
  • Friday - Flexible

Description

ROLE OVERVIEW

The Digital Marketing Intern position provides students with an opportunity for hands-on professional experience and portfolio building while gaining internship credit towards related academic programs.  This position requires at minimum a one-year commitment,  and reports to Kwik Lok’s Global Director of Marketing and Communications.

  • Candidate must reside in Washington,  Oregon,  or California in order to be considered. Candidates based locally to Yakima who can work hybrid arrangements are preferred.
  • This position is for students only.  Candidate must be currently enrolled in an accredited college or university with coursework in Communications,  Marketing,  Journalism,  Web Design,  Business,  Writing,  Creative Writing,  English,  Digital Media,  or a related field;  academic standing as a Junior,  Senior or graduate student.
  • If you have samples of your work or a portfolio,  we’d love to see it!  Please include it in your application,  or be prepared to share it with us if you’re selected for an interview. 

Responsibilities

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES AND RESULTS

  • Collaborate with the Marketing &  Communications team members to craft high-quality content and copy for branding,  marketing,  and advertising initiatives.
  • Create,  edit and manage website content, ensuring accuracy and adherence to brand guidelines.
  • Perform basic website maintenance tasks, including image uploads and minor layout adjustments.
  • Conduct keyword research and implement SEO best practices to improve website ranking.
  • Transform web analytics insights into data-driven web strategies that optimize user experience,  boost conversion rates and achieve key business goals.
  • Assist with basic HTML editing tasks to update website content and improve functionality.
  • Assist with content deliverables aligned with company strategy,  style guidelines,  and brand voice across multiple internal and external touchpoints.
  • Monitor and contribute to the enterprise editorial calendar.
  • Support company social media presence by creating engaging visual content and ensuring and timely interaction with customers (LinkedIn,  Twitter,  Facebook,  Instagram)
  • Edit and proofread copy,  assist with visual appeal and understandability of all communications including press releases.
  • Support trade show logistics as needed,  ensuring brand accuracy and consistency.
  • Help further develop and maintain communications tools and processes.
  • This position upholds the Kwik Lok Corporation philosophies with dedication to continuous improvement in food safety,  quality,  and integrity.
  • Other duties assigned based on skills and interest.

Qualifications

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Education:  Currently enrolled in an accredited college or university with coursework in Communications,  Marketing,  Journalism,  Web Design,  Business,  Writing,  Creative Writing,  English,  Digital Media,  or a related field;  academic standing as a Junior,  Senior or graduate student.
  • Software experience:  Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Strong communication, writing, and editing skills.
  • Ability to understand and implement SEO principles.
  • Familiarity with social media platforms preferred (LinkedIn,  Facebook,  Twitter,  &  Instagram)
  • Familiarity with web design platforms such as WordPress (preferred).
  • Highly motivated, detail-oriented, and have a willingness to learn.
  • Must be able to pass pre-employment drug and background screenings.
  • Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

KEY SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES

  • Excellent and concise communication skills (verbal and written).
  • Extremely organized and proactive.
  • Pays strong attention to detail,  possesses a keen eye for deliverable layout and proofreading skills.
  • Can collaborate with others and work independently.
  • Ability to prioritize workload completion under tight deadlines.
  • Familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite or graphic design a plus.
  • HTML coding knowledge a plus.
  • Approaches work with an innovative spirit,  is eager to learn,  and is constantly focused on continual improvement.