DIGITAL MARKETING & SALES INTERN

JOB SUMMARY

RIFE INTERNATIONAL IS AN AWARD-WINNING, GLOBALLY FOCUSED ENERGY EFFICIENCY, RENEWABLE ENERGY, AND SUSTAINABLE CONSTRUCTION SOLUTIONS PROVIDER BASED IN THE WASHINGTON DC METROPOLITAN AREA. WE PROVIDE SOLUTIONS THAT IMPACT GOVERNMENT, INSTITUTIONAL, AND COMMERCIAL ENTITIES TO OPTIMIZE EFFICIENCY, MISSION-FULFILLMENT, PROFITABILITY, AND GROWTH.

The Digital Marketing & Sales internship at RIFE International brings you to the forefront of innovation in the energy efficiency and renewable energy industry, as well as an opportunity to learn from experts in various fields. As an award-winning leader and trusted advisor in the energy efficiency and renewable energy industry, we embrace and commemorate innovative ways of thinking as it aligns with our values. RIFE International is built on our core values of honesty, integrity, innovation, and excellence. Our value-based approach allows us to consistently deliver to meet our client's expectations. Our team, who form the building block of our foundation include HR professionals, Certified engineers, architects, LEED® Accredited Professionals, renewable energy experts, historic preservation tradesmen and support staff. Founded in 2007 by Kwabena Osei-Sarpong, RIFE has significant experience performing Energy Efficiency and Sustainable Construction Services for various clients with expertise in high-profile, complex projects for both public and private sector customers.

RIFE has offices in the United States, Ghana, South Africa and Europe and an increasing number of fascinating projects all across the globe, RIFE offers opportunities for growth in the Renewable Energy, Energy Efficiency and Sustainable development Industry. The RIFE International Project Team's principal, personnel, and partners have successfully performed on a diversity of projects for Commercial, federal, state, and local government agencies. With more than 65 years of combined experience.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Support marketing campaign development, planning and execution.
• Write copy for social media posts, promotional emails, and other marketing collateral.
• Assist in the creation of written, video, and image content for marketing channels.
• Participate in marketing brainstorming sessions.
• Assist in the management of website SEO.
• Take part in formal and informal training opportunities.
• Attending and participating in virtual meetings, workshops, events, and exhibitions to gather data.
• Measure and report the results of marketing initiatives.
• Reach out to Clients about Opportunities
• Prepare Folders for proposals, quotes, contracts, or presentations for potential customers.
• Research client base to find new types of customers to sell PEPCO Rebate program, DC, Prince Georges County and MOCO BEPS standards programs.
• Develop marketing or strategic plans for social media sales territories.
• Researching consumer opinions and marketing strategies and proposing adjustments to current strategies accordingly
• Preparing marketing proposals and presentations based on company needs and Opportunities
• Assist with Scheduling Meetings
• Search for solicitations to be pursued from FBO, USAID, USTDA, MCC, MiDA, GoG and other websites for project opportunities in energy efficiency, EV installation, Renewable Energy, and construction
• Storing, organizing, and managing files in Dropbox and or HubSpot; typing, editing, and proofreading documents; minutes writing during staff teleconference meetings and other meetings locally
• Perform any other related duties as required or assigned.

WORK HOURS & BENEFITS:

Working Hours would be from 9am-3pm. This is a virtual internship with the exception of a few in-person meetings. Interns will gain valuable work experience, develop and refine marketing skills, network with professionals in the field and the possibility of becoming an employee.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Applied understanding of basic marketing principles
• Familiarity with major social media platforms (Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, etc.)
• Creative problem-solving skills
• Self-starter with ability to work independently
• Comfortable with multitasking in a deadline-driven environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Understanding of SEO techniques and best practices
• Basic photography, image and video editing, and graphic design skills

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's degree or currently working towards a bachelor's degree in marketing, business, or a related field.
• Successful completion of introductory courses in marketing, business, or equivalent.
• Proficient with the use of Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook).
• Previous experience with the use of Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, Premiere Pro) and social media management tools (Hootsuite, Sprout Social) a plus.

To apply to this position, please submit an updated copy of your resume along with a cover letter stating your interest in being an intern for RIFE International.

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