Marketing Intern

The Marketing Intern plays an important role in supporting the day-to-day function of Pillar & Peacock’s Marketing team. The ideal candidate is highly organized, proactive, and detail-oriented, with a strong sense of ownership and a willingness to jump in wherever needed. This is a dynamic, hands-on role for someone looking to get their career in Marketing started.

Responsibilities & Duties

• Coordinate photoshoots with the Marketing team, including scheduling, and logistics.
• Attend weekly Marketing meetings, record notes, track action items, and monitor follow-up.
• Develop and maintain the firm’s Business Development Resource Library by researching conferences, networking events, industry organizations, awards, speaking opportunities, and professional development resources, ensuring information is organized and accessible.
• Research emerging markets, industries, and business development opportunities to support the firm’s strategic growth.
• Prepare and manage marketing packages for prospective clients.
• Partner with the Richmond Studio Assistant to support marketing initiatives across the firm’s Virginia offices.
• Research and coordinate branded promotional products and marketing merchandise.
• Monitor industry trends and support special marketing and business development projects as assigned.
• Assist with the firm’s social media efforts by capturing office and project content, drafting copy, scheduling posts, and supporting content planning across social platforms when needed.

Qualifications & Skills

• Currently enrolled in school for Marketing, Communications or a business-related field
• Excellent organizational, communication, and presentation skills
• Detail-oriented, creative, and eager to problem solve
• Must have a valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle for occasional travel between offices and project sites

Working Conditions

• 25 hours per week
• In Florence Studio
• Requires comfort working both independently and collaboratively with teams across multiple locations

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to occasionally stand, walk, bend, and reach as needed to review materials, samples, or perform site visits.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds (e.g., material boards, sample boxes, or presentation materials).
• Must be able to clearly communicate with clients, team members, and vendors in both in-person and virtual settings.

Pillar and Peacock is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse workforce. We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, service member status, amnesty or status as a covered veteran, or any other protected classification under applicable federal, state, and local laws.

About Pillar & Peacock

Pillar and Peacock is an interior design firm dedicated to synthesizing beauty and function. Our name reflects our commitment to both exquisite design and precise planning: Pillar, for architectural fundamentals that yield functionality, and Peacock, for flourishes of bold beauty. Our projects include residential and commercial spaces, new home construction, renovations, additions, multi-family complexes, offices, and interior design-only projects. We have a growing team with studios in Florence (AL), Richmond (VA), and Irvington (VA), with a few remote team members in Birmingham, Huntsville, and Portland.