Marketing Internship - Summer 2026 Job at DTSF, Sioux Falls, SD

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  • DTSF
  • Sioux Falls, SD

Job Description

Job Description

Marketing Intern
Reports To: Creative Specialist
Location: Onsite
Part-time: Non-Exempt

Compensation: $16/ hr

About Downtown Sioux Falls, Inc. (DTSF)

Downtown doesn’t happen by accident—it takes vision, hustle, and heart. Downtown Sioux Falls, Inc. (DTSF) is a mission-driven 501(c)4 organization leading the charge in shaping a vibrant, inclusive, and thriving urban core. We exist to activate the city’s center—through placemaking, storytelling, partnerships, and daily boots-on-the-ground effort.

DTSF administers the Downtown Business Improvement District (BID), managing programs that keep Downtown clean, safe, and welcoming. Our work spans economic development, public space activation, advocacy, marketing, and residential attraction—delivered with pride, precision, and a long-term commitment to the place we call home.

We’re all in on Downtown. We connect business owners, civic leaders, artists, residents, and visitors to cultivate a culture of creativity, opportunity, and progress. If you're looking to make an impact where it matters most—this is the place, and now is the time.

Position Summary

The Marketing Intern supports the Creative Specialist by executing low-risk, repeatable tasks that maintain brand standards while maximizing team efficiency. This role is ideal for students or early-career professionals seeking hands-on experience in digital marketing, content creation, video production, and communications. The intern will assist with social media, website updates, newsletter preparation, podcast coordination, photography, and videography.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Draft basic social media posts using provided copy or themes.

  • Schedule content using approved platforms

  • Monitor and flag messages or comments for follow-up.

  • Organize user-generated content and photos for future use.

Upload and update events on the DTSF website using supplied information.

  • Check links and ensure formatting consistency.

  • Assist with general content uploads (e.g., images, bios, text).

Newsletter Preparation

  • Pull content and imagery for draft newsletters.

  • Proofread for formatting issues, broken links, or typos.

Podcast Coordination

  • Schedule podcast guests and manage follow-up communications.

  • Assist with prepping audio files and transcripts.

  • Track production milestones and upload final content.

Capture photos and video content of events, the businesses, and the district.

Qualifications

  • Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a Marketing, Communications, or related program.

  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

  • Familiarity with social media platforms and scheduling tools.

  • Basic understanding of content management systems and email marketing platforms.

  • Excellent written communication and proofreading skills.

  • Ability to work independently and take initiative.

Physical Requirements

  • Ability to sit or stand for extended periods.

  • Occasional lifting of materials up to 25 pounds.

  • Ability to work in both office and event environments.

Job Tags

Part time, Summer work, Internship, Work at office,

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