Marketing Intern

Southeastern Property Management LLC•Athens, GA

9d•$0 - $13•Onsite

About The Position

The Lodge of Athens is looking for a Marketing Intern to be the face of our community across town. You'll be out on campus, at tailgates, at sporting events, and at the local spots students already love, building buzz and connecting with future residents face to face. If you're outgoing, creative, and ready to get real-world marketing experience you can put on your résumé, we want to meet you.

Requirements

Currently enrolled student or recent graduate of UGA
Outgoing, personable, comfortable approaching strangers and initiating conversation
Reliable transportation to travel between campus, property, and off-site event locations
Available to work non-traditional hours: evenings, weekends, and gamedays
Professional demeanor and appearance consistent with brand standards, even in casual/social settings
Basic smartphone proficiency (photos, social media, data entry on a tablet/app)
Reliable and punctual — able to independently manage an outreach schedule with minimal day-to-day supervision

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in marketing, sales, promotions, brand ambassador work, or event staffing
Existing ties to campus organizations, Greek life, or student groups (built-in network)
Social media content creation experience (Instagram/TikTok Stories/Reels)
Familiarity with the local market/city

Responsibilities

Table, flyer, and engage with students on campus during regular weekday hours
Represent the property at campus events, club fairs, orientation days, and university-sponsored activities
Build and maintain relationships with student organizations, Greek life, and campus influencers
Staff a branded booth/tent or walk a promotional route at gamedays, tailgates, and sporting events
Distribute branded swag, flyers, and promotional giveaways
Capture leads (names/contact info) on-site via a tablet, QR code, or sign-up sheet
Visit local bars, restaurants, and social spots frequented by students during evenings/weekends
Distribute promotional materials and engage prospects in a friendly, brand-appropriate manner
Represent the brand appropriately in social settings (Bars, Restaurants, etc.)
Collect prospect contact information and enter into the PMS (Entrata) or hand off to leasing team same-day
Track outreach activity (locations visited, materials distributed, leads generated) and report weekly to the Property Manager
Provide feedback on what events/locations are generating the best traffic
Capture photos/video content from events for the property's social media channels
Assist with posting, stories, and tagging the property in user-generated content when appropriate
Wear branded apparel and always represent the property’s image professionally
Ensure all messaging is consistent with brand guidelines and community message points
Distribute only approved marketing materials
Assist leasing office with move-in events, resident events, or referral campaigns as needed
Attend weekly meetings with the Property Manager and leasing team