Internship Opportunities (Social Media, Events, Business Development)

Company DescriptionThe Savannah Wine Institute (SWI), is a wine and spirits academy offering a diverse range of recreational classes, workshops, and professional qualifications for wine and spirits enthusiasts and professionals. We're entering an exciting new stage of growth. We’re taking SWI “on the road” — expanding our partnerships, collaborating with venues across Savannah, and developing opportunities to bring wine education to cities throughout the U.S. This evolution means a new home base, refreshed branding, and expanded programming.We’re looking for motivated, creative, and reliable interns to support our growing operations in social media, print marketing, special events, and business development.We are open to selecting more than one intern based on skill sets and interest areas.About the opportunity This internship is ideal for students or emerging professionals interested in:HospitalityMarketing & CommunicationsGraphic Design / Visual BrandingEvent PlanningBusiness Development / Community PartnershipsWine, Food & Beverage (must be 21+)Roles AvailableWe are hiring across four tracks. Candidates may apply for more than one:1. Social Media & Digital Marketing InternAssist with creating and scheduling content on Instagram, Facebook & LinkedInHelp maintain brand voice and aestheticCapture behind-the-scenes content at classes and eventsTrack analytics and engagementBrainstorm campaign ideas and partnerships2. Print & Brand Design InternDesign flyers, tasting mats, newsletters, signage & event collateralSupport layout and design for print materials used in classes or promotionsPrepare photo assets, alt text, and file naming for SEOMaintain brand consistency across all materials3. Events & Hospitality InternAssist with setup, breakdown, and guest experience during wine classes and private eventsSupport food & wine pairing preparationHelp with check-in, ticketing, and customer engagementProvide day-of support for community events and local partnerships4. Business Development & Partnerships InternResearch and contact local businesses for collaborationsSupport outreach for private wine classes, corporate events, and community partnershipsAssist with CRM/database organizationHelp develop membership and wine club initiativesWhat You’ll GainReal-world experience working with a growing hospitality/education brandDirect mentorship from Savannah Wine Institute’s founderResume-boosting experience across marketing, events, and business strategyNetworking connections within Savannah’s wine, hospitality, and small-business communityFree or discounted participation in select wine classes (21+ only)QualificationsProficiency in Social Media Management, Content Creation, and Digital MarketingEvent Planning and Coordination skills, with attention to detail and organizational abilitiesStrong Research and Business Development abilities, including market research and partnership buildingExcellent verbal and written communication skillsAbility to work effectively in a hybrid work environment (combination of in-person and remote)Passion for the wine and spirits industry or hospitality sector is a plusProficiency in design and social media tools (e.g., Canva, Instagram, Facebook, TikTok) How to ApplySubmit the following to info@savannahwineinstitute.com with the subject line: “SWI Internship Application – [Your Name]”RésuméShort paragraph on which track(s) you're interested in and whyOptional: Portfolio, social media samples, or design work