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Social Media Marketing (Community Development) Internships

4.6 / 5Overall Rating
7Reviews
1999Year established

Program Overview

Social media companies are specialists emerging from different fields, ranging from marketing and graphic design to information technology and web development. In this cutting-edge internship, Institute for Global Studies places you with a company leading the way in educating businesses on how to reach today's generation.

The internship has two tracks:

Track One:
Work with a social media company that creates an online marketing presence. Work alongside industry experts who use the latest technologies and strategies to help clients find their niche in the market.

Track Two:
Work with a traditional company that wants to expand its social media presence in-house. As an intern, help in improving their online presence through market analysis. This position doesn't entail too much pressure since you'll likely join the team with the necessary skills to carry out your tasks.

Host companies generally include major sports teams, ecotourism organizations, and other interesting businesses.

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Program Highlights

Become more adept at using social media for marketing purposes.
Choose to work with a social media company or a traditional business hoping to increase their social media presence.
Join a team with local and international staff, allowing you to make friends from around the world.
Stand out from other future job seekers with international work experience in your CV.
Take the time to explore the culture and natural surroundings of your host country.

What's Included

Internship Placement
Certificate of Completion
Letter of Recommendation
Cultural Training / Program / Orientation
On-Site / In-Country Staff Support
Airport Transfer (Pick-Up)

Program Details

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Locations

  • Buenos Aires, Argentina
  • Sydney, Australia
  • Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
  • Rural Areas, China
  • San Jose, Costa Rica
  • Quito, Ecuador
  • London, England
  • Paris, France
  • Delhi, India
  • Rural Areas, Italy
  • Tokyo, Japan
  • Mexico City, Mexico
  • Kathmandu, Nepal
  • Amsterdam, Netherlands
  • Auckland, New Zealand
  • Rural Areas, Scotland
  • Cape Town, South Africa
  • Madrid, Spain
  • Bangkok, Thailand
  • Hawaii, United States
  • Suva, Fiji

Available Terms / Availability

  • Years Offered
  • Year Round

Eligible Nationalities

  • All Nationalities

Education Levels & Language

  • Language
  • English
  • Education
  • Any/All Education Levels Accepted

Accommodation Options

  • Apartment/Flat
  • Dormitory
  • Home-stays
  • Independent living

Application Procedures

  • Online Application

Age Requirement

18-30

Duration

  • Short Term
  • 1-3 Months
  • 3-6 Months

Program Reviews

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Angelica SongUnited States · November 2020

Social media influencerzzz unite!

As a Social Media influencer, I wanted to expand my knowledge on how to use my platform to promote better causes and even expand my network. With this internship, I gained more knowledge on social media marketing and even graphic design for my future posts. I also got to work for major sports teams, ecotourism companies, and go to other exciting venues, which I vlogged about. My YouTube channel’s following enhanced because of that. Thank you very much, IGS!

Ken VargasSpain · October 2020

They are so patient in mentoring us

For my track, I worked with a traditional company who wants to expand their social media presence in-house. We oversee their social media updates and discuss on how to improve the company's online presence. The working atmosphere is calm and very accommodating. They are so patient in mentoring us... In the process, we also conducted market analysis and did some interviews on the locals. I never knew my grade school subject of Mandarin could be so handy!

Dorothy BarnettAustralia · October 2020

Dream come true, I would say

Working in Paris was a dream come true! I got to see the Eiffel Tower during our free days and sip our coffees on world-famous cafés there. Also, my IGS mentor was very approachable and appreciative. He gave us a Letter of Recommendation upon successful program completion. I super duper enjoyed my stay there. Can’t wait to be back! Thank you very much to IGS and to my IGS mentor, Mr. Kline.

Gim Mi-okSouth Korea · October 2020

Helpful to my online business

I just started my online business and I saw the need to be an expert on Social Media Marketing. I knew I made the right decision of taking this learning opportunity with IGS. The companies to where we are deployed are specialists from different fields. I chose the first track which is to work with a designated social media company that contracts out to businesses to create online marketing presence for them. I operated closely with experts and got to learn how to use the latest strategies to help their clients in expanding their audience. I am currently applying these approaches to my growing online business!

Julian StylesNew Zealand · October 2020

Surely an asset to my resume

I needed an internship for my resume, since I aspire to be a full-time social media marketer. This idea of applying to an IGS internship was brought to me by my friend, who is also working in the field. I am grateful that he opened this up to me. IGS placed us on big companies that are with effective and already-established practices for interns. During my stint, I was made to do three social media marketing content and strategies. These are now included in my online portfolio, which would be seen by my potential clients. Knowing that I did my internship globally would surely increase my chance of landing the job.

Lara nikolGermany · October 2020

Really good experience

I had the opportunity for professional internship in the marketing field. This is really amazing experience. I get to meet their clients and sit in when they develop their marketing plans for them. They helped my career. I have the opportunity to work with major sports teams, ecotourism companies, and other exciting venues. It was a really good experience, and I am glad I got the opportunity to do it.

Nick GMay 2020

What a great office

I wanted a professional internship in the marketing field and they found the perfect match. What a great office right in the heart of the city with a view of the park and high rises. The best part is the job duties they assign. I get to meet their clients and sit in when they develop their marketing plans for them. I then assist with creating a social media presence for the client and as well some graphic work. If they are doing a google ads campaign I help with those submissions as well. They have offices around the world so it is neat being with an international firm.

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