EVENT POP-UP AND SOCIAL MEDIA MANAGER INTERN
Superior Switchel Company -- We botanically brew sparkling, certified organic switchel -- a refreshing ginger and apple cider vinegar elixir from the 17th-century. This old-school sailors’ tonic is perfect for digestion and rehydration, and unlike kombucha, it is absolutely caffeine- and alcohol-free. Certified Woman-Owned, 1% for the Planet, and B-Corp. www.superiorswitchel.com
Educate, sample and sell Superior Switchel at local events and retailers in the Twin Cities Metro Area. This internship requires 6-15 hrs. (2-5 retailer demos) every weekend (Fri, Sat and/or Sun) and additional pop-ups depending on the weekly event calendar. It also requires 25-34 hrs. every week dedicated to managing our social media platforms.
Event primary duties include:
· Driving to events and retailer demos throughout the Twin Cities Metro
· Event/demo set-up and tear-down
· Marketing the product and mastering an elevator pitch
· Handling cash/credit card purchases at events
Social Media primary duties include:
· Daily Instagram posts and stories
· Weekly Facebook and Twitter posts/reposts
· Monthly Blog posts
· Monthly Mailchimp newsletters
· Photography – content creation for social media
Qualifications
· Sophomore or Junior with strong academic record
· Passionate about the local food system, sustainability and health
· Experience in customer service, social media and marketing/sales
· Ability to interact positively with all kinds of people
· Capable of standing for 3+ hours at a time and able to lift 40 lbs.
· Quick learning, self-sufficient, and trustworthy – able to work independently
· Reliable transportation, computer and smart phone
Superior Switchel swag to be worn at all events/demo will be given to you.
· Cover letter
· Resume including social media handles
· Name & contact information of reference(s)
This job is a part of the St. Olaf College Entrepreneurship Cohort Program for the Summer 2019