Marketing Summer Intern

DAHLIN is an award-winning architecture, planning and interior design firm with 190+ multi-cultural professionals located throughout the Western United States. We offer more than 45 years of experience building communities where we live and work, driven by the vision of creating places that promote human fulfillment and well-being. This same Passion for Place® starts with our own working environment—a positive community where people thrive. Please visit our website (www.dahlingroup.com) to learn more.

We are currently accepting applications for our SUMMER MARKETING INTERN position in our PLEASANTON, CA office. Under the guidance of the Digital Communications Manager, the Summer Marketing Intern will assist with internal and external communications-focused tasks supporting DAHLIN’s website, social media channels, and intranet. In addition, the intern will collaborate with the broader marketing team to support firmwide initiatives.

This role requires onsite attendance Monday through Friday at our Pleasanton, CA office.

5 Signs You are a Great Candidate

• You have a growth mindset and a positive, can-do attitude.
• Communication skills – written and verbal – are your forte.
• You enjoy working with creative people and are dedicated to supporting the team.
• People who know you well would describe you as detail-oriented, patient, collaborative, organized, reliable, and flexible.
• You want a career in marketing and have a desire to learn more about the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction industry.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Data entry, organization, and maintenance of marketing software including:
  • OpenAsset – Digital Asset Management (DAM) System
  • Synthesis – Intranet Platform
  • VantagePoint – Client Relationship Management (CRM) System
• Assist with updating the DAHLIN website and social media channels
• Support marketing events and industry conference planning activities
• Perform other administrative duties for the marketing team, as needed

Additional Communications-Focused Responsibilities

• Draft, edit, and schedule social media posts aligned with the firm’s brand voice and marketing campaigns
• Assist in writing and editing website content including project descriptions, news updates, and blog-style posts
• Monitor and report on digital engagement metrics, helping evaluate performance and optimize future communications
• Collaborate on internal intranet stories and employee-facing announcements that highlight firm culture, milestones, and events
• Support development of e-newsletters, award submissions, and branded email communications
• Contribute to organizing digital content calendars and assist in maintaining consistent messaging across platforms.

Experience:

• Relevant coursework in business, marketing, communications, or related fields in pursuit of a bachelor’s or master’s degree from an accredited college/university
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop) is highly desired
• Experience with social media platforms (LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram) and analytics tools is a plus
• Must be legally authorized to work for any employer in the United States without any restrictions. Please note that visa sponsorship is not offered for this position.

Pay range: The hourly pay range for this position is $20.00 - $25.00. Placement within this pay range will be determined by factors such as education, qualifications, project complexity and/or experience. The maximum is reserved for candidates who currently meet all job requirements. We believe in the importance of pay equity and consider internal equity of our current team members as part of any final offer.

How to Apply: 

Including a cover letter letting us know why you are interested is a huge plus! Real people review every application, so we regret that due to the large volume of inquiries, we are unable to accept phone calls regarding the status of applications. We'll be sure to contact you if we need more information. Apply now!

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we are committed to welcoming and supporting a diverse community of professionals. As such, women and people of color are especially encouraged to apply. Our firm participates in E-Verify.

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