Job Summary

Houston Skilled Consultancy is seeking a creative, energetic, and self-motivated Social Media Marketing Intern to join our growing remote team. This internship is a golden opportunity for students and recent graduates to gain hands-on experience in managing and growing social media platforms for a professional brand. You will work alongside a dynamic team to support digital campaigns, engage audiences, and promote our services across multiple online platforms.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, creating, and scheduling engaging content across platforms including Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, and Twitter.

• Monitor social media trends and competitor activity to identify opportunities for growth.

• Create basic graphics or short-form video content using tools like Canva or CapCut.

• Write engaging captions, posts, and promotional text tailored to specific platforms.

• Collaborate with team members to execute online campaigns and promotions.

• Track and report on metrics such as engagement, reach, followers, and post-performance.

• Respond to comments and DMs in a timely and professional manner.

• Participate in weekly team meetings and brainstorming sessions.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Pursuing or recently completed a degree in Marketing, Communications, Digital Media, or a related field.

• Basic understanding of popular social media platforms (Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, etc.).

• Proficiency in Canva, MS Office/Google Workspace; knowledge of any scheduling tools (e.g., Buffer, Later) is a plus.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English.

• Creative thinking with a keen eye for design and digital trends.

• Ability to follow instructions and meet deadlines consistently.

Experience

• No prior professional experience required.

• Any personal or academic project related to digital content creation or social media management will be an added advantage.

Working Hours

• Flexible hours with a minimum of 15–20 hours per week.

• Ideal for students or individuals balancing other commitments.

• Fully remote role with weekly check-ins and task submissions.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• A strong sense of responsibility and ownership of assigned tasks.

• Enthusiastic about learning new digital tools and trends.

• Comfortable working independently and in a virtual team setting.

• Analytical mindset with an interest in tracking performance data.

• Passion for branding, storytelling, and digital communication.

Benefits

• Remote and flexible working schedule.

• Certificate of Internship upon successful completion.

• Opportunity to work on real-time campaigns and build a professional portfolio.

• Mentorship from experienced digital marketing professionals.

• Letter of recommendation based on performance.

• Possibility of a full-time opportunity post-internship for high-performing candidates.

Why Join Us?

At Houston Skilled Consultancy, we believe in nurturing young talent and empowering future marketers with practical skills. This internship provides a launchpad into the dynamic world of social media marketing, giving you a chance to explore creativity, learn from experienced professionals, and contribute meaningfully to a growing consultancy. You will gain industry exposure, sharpen your digital toolkit, and work in a collaborative, forward-thinking environment — all from the comfort of your home.

How to Apply

Interested candidates are encouraged to email their CV and a short paragraph (max 200 words) on why they are interested in this internship to us
Subject Line: Application for Social Media Marketing Intern

Shortlisted applicants will be contacted for a virtual interview.