Maple Grove Hot Springs and Retreat Center is a 45 acre, fully off-grid eco center along the Bear River and Oneida Narrows Reservoir.  We offer 4 hot spring pools, a 30’ group retreat yurt, glamping accommodations in yurts, canvas, cabins for over 30 guests, riverfront beach, hiking trails, paddleboard/kayak rentals, reception lodge/bathhouse, and more.

 

We believe personal wellness requires community support, that wild land teaches powerful lessons, and that human growth is rooted in new experiences. Maple Grove commits to their employees a nurturing work environment and the tools to achieve personal and professional success. Maple Grove is committed to creating and inspiring a picture-perfect guest experience, which begins and ends with the hard work and dedication of our amazing staff.

 

Social Media & Marketing Internship

The Social Media & Marketing Internship provides the ideal candidate the opportunity to be an integral member of the founding team of conservationists, healers, explorers, artists, and builders dedicated to the revival of a historical hot springs in the pristine landscape of Southern Idaho. Candidates will work directly with the General Manager to co-create the start-up brand strategy for the inaugural season.

 

Commitment:          Minimum 3 months

Work Schedule:       Flexible, some weekends (15-20hrs/week)

Important Dates:     Available ASAP

 

Key Responsibilities

• Be an active member of the Maple Grove Hot Springs Retreat Center Marketing Team

• Work with Marketing Team to build and execute an eco hospitality brand from the ground up

• Create, curate, and manage social media and marketing content and conversations

• Be a Maple Grove representative upholding our vision and core principles

 

Social Media

• Create social media postings for Maple Grove audiences on FB, Instagram, Pinterest, and Twitter to promote bookings, events, and campaigns

• Responsible for sharing media from the Later.com platform with the appropriate photography, verbiage, links, and product descriptions

• Maintain communication with the Maple Grove audience on FB, Instagram, Pinterest, and Twitter; engaging with and commenting on users’ posts, and respond to Facebook & Instagram inquiries or direct customers to General Manager

• Find and curate content from approved sources

• Follow content calendar and ensure future holidays, events, and campaigns are scheduled

 

Brand Creation

• Assist General Manager with development of Maple Grove brand awareness and online reputation

• Stay up-to-date with eco hospitality trends and generate new ideas to draw audience’s attention

 

Requirements:

• Experience with FB, Instagram, Later, Pinterest, and Twitter

• Familiarity with eco hospitality, tourism, special events

• Excellent writing, editing (photo/video/text), presentation and communication skills

• Good organizational and time-management skills

 

Qualifications:

• Proven working experience in social media marketing or digital media

• Degree or seeking degree in Communications, Marketing, Business, New Media or Public Relations preferred

 

Benefits:

• Work remotely from anywhere (some onsite visits required, Salt Lake City preferred but not required)

• One free night stay coupon per month (please coordinate with Host for available dates)

• Participate in workshops, seminars, and other special events and activities at a reduced rate

• Fresh air, sunshine, soaking, and an experience of a life-time. Onsite housing when necessary.

• Opportunity to be a part of the founding Center team during its inaugural season.

 

How to Apply:

Provide a resume, references, portfolio with 3-4 examples of your work and a 2 min video answering the following questions: (there are no rules or guidelines - we just want to get to know you)

• Who are you?!

• Why are you drawn to support Maple Grove Hot Springs?

• What are your unique talents that you are excited to contribute to the project?

 

Send all materials to Jordan Menzel at jordan@maplesgrovesprings.com