The Pulpo Group is looking for a creative, organized, and hands-on Marketing Intern to support our Marketing team across our collection of hospitality brands. This role is a mix of social media content creation and day-to-day marketing support - perfect for someone who loves food, hospitality, social media, and getting out from behind a desk to make things happen.

What You’ll Do

Social Media + Content | 10–15 hours/week

• Support our Social Media & Content Manager with content for Orijin Bakery and Sava’s
• Capture engaging, on-brand photo and video content primarily using an iPhone or similar (must provide your own) 
• Assist with Reels, Stories, behind-the-scenes content, food + beverage features, and other social-first ideas
• Spend time on-site at our restaurants capturing the people, products, and moments that bring our brands to life
• Stay aware of social trends and bring fresh content ideas to the team

Marketing Support | 5 hours/week

• Assist the Marketing team with recurring projects, reporting, and administrative tasks
• Make basic edits and updates in Canva
• Assist with basic website updates, including menu edits, photos, and other content
• Complete regular menu and website audits
• Help maintain Google Business, Yelp, and Tripadvisor listings
• Assist with monthly reporting and review tracking
• Coordinate business card and collateral reorders
• Help with FedEx/print runs, marketing inventory, and other local errands (must be able to provide your own transportation)
• Jump into miscellaneous Marketing projects as needed

Who We’re Looking For

• Current student or recent graduate studying Marketing, Communications, Advertising, Hospitality, or a related field
• Comfortable creating polished, engaging social content using an iPhone or similar
• Strong eye for photography, video, composition, and what makes compelling social content
• Familiarity with Instagram, TikTok, Canva, and current social trends
• Organized, dependable, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing recurring tasks
• Strong communicator who follows through and takes ownership of their work
• Comfortable working independently and spending time on-site across our Ann Arbor-area properties
• Interest in restaurants, food, hospitality, design, and local culture is a major plus

Physical Requirements

• Ability to move, position, or transport items weighing up to 15 pounds regularly.
• Ability to maintain a stationary position, move throughout the work environment, or position self (e.g., stoop, kneel, bend) to access equipment or materials as needed.
• Ability to operate computers, phones, and other digital interfaces for extended periods.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

In lieu of a cover letter, applicants must submit a portfolio or examples of social media content they have personally created, with a strong preference for iPhone-shot photo and video content. Personal accounts, school projects, freelance work, Reels/TikToks, or other relevant examples are all welcome.

This is a hands-on opportunity to gain experience across social media, content creation, digital marketing, brand management, and hospitality marketing while working directly alongside The Pulpo Group Marketing team.