Marketing and Communications Intern

Emerging Prairie is looking for a Marketing & Communications intern to help share the impact being made in our community and beyond. The Marketing & Communications intern will assist with marketing and communications activities related to Emerging Prairie and its sub-brands including Grand Farm, StartupBREW Fargo, TEDxFargo, and Emerging Digital Academy.

We’re looking for individuals that have a knowledge and interest in the latest trends, enjoy working in energetic environments, and are always eager to learn and try new things. Our ideal teammates are people who think outside the box, take initiative, and love Fargo.

Please note: This internship is full-time during the summer and part-time during the school year, with an end date of November 20, 2026. Additionally, this internship is grant-funded and contingent upon the availability of those funds.

Key Areas of Responsibility

• Assist in content creation for brand social media channels, including LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, X, and YouTube.
• Lead and grow the management of the StartupBREW Fargo and Emerging Prairie brands.
• Lead marketing strategy and content development for Emerging Prairie and Grand Farm’s Giving Hearts Day campaigns.
• Assist in creating original, high-quality content - including photos, graphics, short-form videos, long-form videos, etc.
• Assist with website content creation, management, and updates.
• Assist with strategy and marketing efforts for events, campaigns, and projects across all brands.
• Collaborate cross-functionally, both internally and with organizational partners, to gather content, execute campaigns, and maintain brand consistency.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Each intern will have opportunities to:

• Engage with and support Emerging Prairie and Grand Farm community members, host speakers, and network with event attendees.
• Support various team members across divisions on special projects and campaigns.

Required Skills/Abilities

• Experience working on multiple social media platforms, including LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, X, and YouTube.
• Knowledge of, or a desire to learn, Adobe Creative Cloud applications - including but not limited to InDesign, Illustrator, After Effects, and Photoshop.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Proven communication skills, including writing and proofreading skills.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to keep up with the rapid pace of the position and be adaptable to spontaneous adjustment/revisions.
• Ability to communicate with fellow teammates needs, questions, and status/updates of internal projects.

Preferred Skills/Abilities

• Experience in marketing or communications.
• Interest in pursuing a career in the marketing and communications industry.
• Pursuing a relevant degree.
• Interest in community development, technology, AgTech innovation, and the entrepreneurial ecosystem.

Physical demands: These physical requirements must be met with or without accommodation.

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift 15 pounds regularly and up to 50 pounds occasionally.
• Ability to continuously stand or walk during events and meetings.
• Ability to bend, squat, climb stairs and lift occasionally.

Work environment:

• Noise level in a regular work environment is frequently loud.
• Ability to work outside normal business hours and travel on occasion.
• May occasionally work outdoors and in environments with temperatures above 100 degrees and below 32 degrees.
• May occasionally walk on slippery or uneven surfaces.
• May occasionally climb ladders and work off elevated surfaces.

Benefits and Culture:

• Located in Fargo, ND, with a flexible work environment that allows the employee to work from varied environments and locations.

To apply: Please send both a cover letter and résumé to Ashlyn Schauer at .

About Emerging Prairie

Mission Statement: To energize communities.

Vision: The relentless pursuit to improve the human condition, locally and beyond.

Core Values: Trust First, Learn Fast, Be Bold, Move Together, Be Scrappy, Think Holistic, and Lead with Gratitude.

Emerging Prairie is a non-profit organization that focuses on energizing communities through innovative programming, experiences, and initiatives that move the needle and ignite economic growth. With our values, mission, and vision as a guiding force, we strive to support founders, creators, and community builders to be curious and relentless in their pursuits. Emerging Prairie leads the efforts for Grand Farm, StartupBREW Fargo, Emerging Digital Academy, and TEDxFargo. Emerging Prairie was founded in 2013 by a group of Fargo entrepreneurs who wanted to make a difference in the community they call home.

Emerging Prairie is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Job Type: Internship

Pay: $17.00 per hour

Work Location: In person