Retail Marketing Intern
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Description
Retail Marketing Intern | Unpaid Internship
Department: Social Enterprise / Retail Marketing
Internship Type: Unpaid
Location: 155 Gifford Street, Syracuse, NY
Semester: Fall 2026
Internship Type: Unpaid
Location: 155 Gifford Street, Syracuse, NY
Semester: Fall 2026
About the Internship
Build your marketing skills while supporting a meaningful mission. The Rescue Mission seeks a creative Social Enterprise (Retail) Marketing Intern for the current semester to support Thrifty Shopper and 3fifteen through social media, digital content, promotions, and e-commerce.
This unpaid internship offers hands-on learning in nonprofit retail marketing.
What You'll Gain
- Gain hands-on experience in retail marketing, social media, and e-commerce.
- Build portfolio-ready content and learn how campaigns drive brand awareness and engagement.
- Learn alongside professionals in a mission-driven nonprofit.
What You'll Do
- Support digital campaigns and promotions for the Rescue Mission’s retail brands.
- Create social media posts, flyers, slideshows, and blog content.
- Review past promotions and contribute ideas to grow engagement and reach.
- Update e-commerce listings, post merchandise, and monitor customer comments and offers.
- Assist with day-to-day marketing projects while upholding the Rescue Mission’s mission, policies, and values.
What We're Looking For
- College student or individual seeking experience in marketing, communications, digital media, retail, business, or a related field.
- Interest in social media, content creation, retail marketing, or e-commerce.
- Strong communication skills, creativity, and a willingness to learn and share ideas.
- Organized and dependable, with the ability to manage projects independently and collaboratively.
- Commitment to putting love into action through food, shelter, clothing, and hope.
Internship Details
- Unpaid Internship
- In person, with scheduling coordinated around academic commitments
- Academic credit may be pursued through your college or university, if applicable
Make an Impact While Building Your Experience
Help our retail brands connect with shoppers while supporting the Rescue Mission’s work to provide food, shelter, clothing, and hope.
Build your skills. Support the mission. Apply today!