Marketing & Administration Internship (Unpaid)

Marketing & Administration Internship at Main Street Hanover

Location: Main Street Hanover, PA

Position: Marketing & Administration Intern

Type: Part-Time, Internship (Flexible hours)

Duration: Fall Semester (August–December) or Spring Semester (January–May), with potential for extension

Pay: Unpaid, but eligible for academic credit or volunteer service hours

About Us: Main Street Hanover is a community-focused organization dedicated to promoting the vibrancy and economic vitality of downtown Hanover. We work with local businesses, community leaders, and residents to create a thriving downtown area through events, marketing, and revitalization efforts.

Position Overview: We are seeking a creative, detail-oriented, and motivated Marketing & Administration Intern to support the daily operations of our organization. This position is ideal for a high school or college student interested in nonprofit management, marketing, communications, economic development, event planning, business administration, or community engagement. As an intern, you will gain hands-on experience in both administrative functions and marketing initiatives while playing an important role in supporting downtown businesses and promoting the Hanover community.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide general administrative support, including data entry, filing, and document organization
• Assist with scheduling meetings, maintaining calendars, and coordinating appointments Help coordinate logistics for meetings, events, and board activities (agendas, materials, attendance tracking)
• Maintain office organization, including supplies inventory and workspace upkeep
• Assist the Marketing and Administration Coordinator and Executive Director in delivering information and materials to downtown businesses
• Perform other administrative tasks as needed to support the team

Business Outreach & Pay-What-You-Can Marketing Program

• Assist with Main Street Hanover's Pay-What-You-Can Marketing Program, which provides marketing assistance to downtown businesses
• Accompany staff on business visits and interviews to learn about local businesses and their stories
• Help gather photos, video footage, and business information for promotional campaigns
• Assist with mini business photo shoots and content collection
• Support the creation of social media graphics and marketing materials for participating businesses
• Help organize digital assets, content calendars, and project files related to the program Build relationships with business owners while learning about small business marketing and economic development

Qualifications:

• Currently enrolled in high school or college (preferably in marketing, business administration, nonprofit management, or a related field)
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) or Google Workspace
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Professional, reliable, and eager to learn

Benefits:

• Gain valuable hands-on experience in nonprofit administration and operations
• Build professional skills in organization, communication, and office management Networking opportunities with local business owners and community leaders
• Flexible hours to accommodate your school schedule
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the Hanover community

How to Apply: Interested candidates should submit their resume and a brief cover letter explaining their interest in the internship to mtyler@mainstreethanover.org.

Please include examples of any previous marketing work or social media accounts you have managed, if applicable.