Intern

Visit SLO CAL•San Luis Obispo, CA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Visit SLO CAL, the nonprofit countywide destination marketing and management organization for San Luis Obispo County, is seeking motivated interns to support its destination marketing and management team. Interns assist with implementing the organization’s marketing plan and business activities, including communications, research, and operational duties. The role is in-person and may support departments including Marketing, PR and Communications, Community Engagement and Advocacy, and Operations. The internship runs concurrently with the Cal Poly semester system and requires a semester-long commitment. The listing specifies dates of January 25, 2027 through May 21, 2027, while a separate section says the internship begins January 25, 2026. Interns must be available for the full semester, with only a few days off permitted and no time away longer than five days apart from holidays. The office will be closed February 15. Interns must be able to work at least 20 hours per week during business hours, Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with some flexibility. Up to 40 hours per week may be available. The position pays $17.40 per hour. Applicants must be college students in San Luis Obispo County, concurrently pursuing a degree in marketing, tourism, or a related field. Driving for company business is a key function, and applicants need a valid driver’s license and personal vehicle.

Requirements

Currently enrolled in college in San Luis Obispo County.
Concurrently pursuing a degree in marketing, tourism, or a related field.
Exceptional oral and written communication skills.
Professionalism when engaging with partners and stakeholders.
Problem-solving skills and the ability to propose and direct successful solutions.
Valid driver’s license and personal vehicle for business assignments.
Able to work a minimum of 20 hours per week during business hours, Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Available for the entire semester-long internship, with only a few days off permitted and no absence longer than five days apart from holidays.

Nice To Haves

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
Passion for Visit SLO CAL’s mission.
Strong customer service skills.
Understanding of marketing, through coursework and/or other experience.
Ability to work independently.
Professional, positive, and confident attitude.
Availability to work up to 40 hours per week if seeking full credit or if otherwise available.

Responsibilities

Aid in maintaining office operations by checking mail, answering the phone, and greeting visitors.
Update and maintain the event calendar on slocal.com.
Run errands on behalf of the company throughout the county.
Assist with marketing activations, event productions, and trade show opportunities.
Support staff in implementing new projects and take on additional responsibilities as requested.
Create and update digital partner profiles through research and outreach in coordination with permanent staff.
Assist in auditing thematic trails and gathering county-wide information.
Complete other research projects as requested.
Create, edit, and review editorial and public relations content.
Capture and publish social media content.
Update and pull reports from the customer relationship management system (CRM).
Assist in managing company email inboxes.