Universal Destinations & Experiences Internship Program:
- Applications Close: June 20th, 2025, at 11:55PM ET. Submit your application as soon as possible – don’t delay!
- Spring 2026 Program Dates: Approximately January 2026 – April 2026.
JOB SUMMARY:
The Social Media Intern plays a major role in growing Universal Epic Universe’s presence in the social media space. In this role, you will act as a content creator by developing and editing compelling content across various owned social channels for Universal Orlando Resort. Responsibilities include planning, capturing and curating best-in-class videos, photography and written content in addition to monitoring and identifying industry trends to optimize content. You’ll also collaborate with internal creative partners and strategy teams to deliver social-first content that speaks to our passionate theme park audience.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Generates engaging and compelling content for various social media platforms, including but not limited to Facebook, X (formerly Twitter), Instagram, and TikTok.
- Participates in social content and/or other projects as talent.
- Produces and edits photography and/or videography using editing software such as Adobe Lightroom, Premiere Pro, and Photoshop.
- Develops visually appealing graphics to enhance social media posts.
- Supports day-to-day social content brainstorms, channel management, and publishing across Universal Orlando Resort’s owned social channels (Facebook, Instagram, X, TikTok, Pinterest etc.).
- Assists with social media campaigns and projects, including but not limited to managing projects within Adobe Workfront, meeting and communicating with internal partners, and fulfilling partner requests.
- Monitors social media channels for industry trends and competitor activities to optimize content.
- Works closely with social leads, marketing, communications, and internal creative teams to ensure consistent messaging and branding across all channels.
- Engages with guests via social media monitoring tools by responding to comments, messages and mentions while building brand advocacy with our passionate theme park community.
- Assists with influencer campaign strategy and outreach across owned channels.
- Understands and actively participates in Environmental, Health & Safety responsibilities by following established UO policy, procedures, training, and Team Member involvement activities.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- This position requires a portfolio of work examples – if available, include a web address with your resume.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- In pursuit of an Associate, Bachelor or Graduate degree at an Accredited Institution with current class standing of Sophomore or above.
- Minimum cumulative 2.8 GPA is required.
- A transcript is required upon application.
PREFERRED SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE:
- Preferred majors include: Advertising & Public Relations, Marketing, Business Administration, Digital Media, or similar.
- Preferred experience in content creation, preferably within the travel, theme park, and hospitality industries.
- Proficiency in content creation tools (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite and Canva).
- Experience managing multiple projects and deadlines.
Please note the following:
- This internship will be an in-person experience, based in our Orlando offices.
- Interns must be currently pursuing a degree at an accredited university, and must have a graduation date later than April 2026.
- Universal Orlando does not provide housing. Interns are responsible for their own housing and transportation.
- All of our internships are paid, and you may also qualify for housing financial assistance if applicable. The Recruiter will provide specific eligibility details.
Universal is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at Universal Orlando via-email, the Internet or in any form and/or method without a valid written Statement of Work in place for this position from Universal Orlando HR/Recruitment will be deemed the sole property of Universal Orlando. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Universal Orlando as a result of the referral or through other means.
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