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Community Intern - Twin Cities

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Yelp

1mo ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Placement Program
  • Customer Relations
    Marketing
  • Minneapolis
    Remote

AI generated summary

  • You must be a local expert, age 21+, organize events, communicate well, manage social media, work 10-19 hours/week, and lift 10 pounds. College student or recent grad preferred.
  • You will assist in event planning, create social media content, maintain local business listings, and engage with the community through the app and website to boost local engagement.

Requirements

  • You are a current undergraduate student or a recent college graduate, or equivalent experience
  • You currently reside in Minneapolis or St. Paul, Minnesota, and have reliable transportation (Required)
  • You are at least 21 years of age (Required)
  • You consider yourself a local expert- you know what is trending in the area and have a love for small businesses
  • You have experience and interest in planning and coordinating events
  • You have strong written and verbal communication skills
  • You are well organized and pay attention to detail
  • You have experience with social media copywriting and asset coordination
  • You are a creative problem solver who understands Yelp’s applications
  • You have the bandwidth and flexibility to work 10-19 hours per week, Monday through Friday with the potential for some weekend work
  • You have the ability to lift 10 pounds without assistance

Responsibilities

  • You will work with your Community Manager to understand your market and prioritize effective messaging
  • You will help to plan and execute events including remarkable parties, local meet-ups, and happy hours
  • You will gain practical experience in digital and social media marketing through creating and organizing social media content that aligns with regional goals around growing channels and bolstering engagement
  • You will support the maintenance of Yelp’s local online business listings via our app and website by flagging photos, identifying media alerts and scams, and ensuring accurate business information
  • You will support online community building through engaging with Yelpers via the app/website in a variety of ways

FAQs

What is the duration of the Community Intern position?

The Community Intern position is a 6-month development program.

What type of activities will the Community Intern be engaged in?

The Community Intern will be involved in planning and executing events, managing social media content, supporting online community building, and maintaining local business listings.

Is prior experience required for this internship?

While prior experience is not strictly required, experience and interest in event planning, social media management, and communication skills are preferred.

What are the working hours expected for this internship?

The expected working hours are 10-19 hours per week, Monday through Friday, with some potential weekend work.

What is the pay range for the Community Intern position?

The compensation range for this position is $16.00 - $19.00 per hour.

Is transportation necessary for this role?

Yes, reliable transportation is required as the intern must reside in Minneapolis or St. Paul, Minnesota.

Are there any age requirements for applicants?

Yes, applicants must be at least 21 years of age.

What skills are important for success in this internship?

Important skills include strong written and verbal communication, organization and attention to detail, experience with social media, and creative problem-solving abilities.

Does Yelp have a policy on diversity and inclusion?

Yes, Yelp is committed to diversity and considers qualified applicants without regard to various characteristics including race, age, sexual orientation, and disability.

How should candidates apply or inquire about accommodations?

Candidates needing assistance or accommodations due to a disability can contact Yelp at accommodations-recruiting@yelp.com or 415-969-8488.

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Yelp connects people with great local businesses. Our users have contributed approximately 155 million cumulative reviews of almost every type of local business, from restaurants, boutiques and salons to dentists, mechanics, plumbers and more. These reviews are written by people using Yelp to share their everyday local business experiences, giving voice to consumers and bringing “word of mouth” online.