Marketing Intern - Hagyard Equine Medical Institute

PetVet Care Centers' Hagyard Equine Medical Institute is a prominent branch of PetVet Care Centers, a nationwide leader in veterinary care. With a mission to improve the lives of animals and people by providing exceptional, compassionate care at every stage, PetVet Care Centers operates over 420 locally led hospitals across the United States. The organization employs more than 11,000 dedicated team members, including over 1,700 veterinarians, united by a shared commitment to deliver the Ultimate Care Experience for every pet, every client, every time. PetVet Care Centers emphasizes a Culture of Care that values not only the animals and clients it serves but also its own staff, offering a supportive, inclusive workplace where team members' wellbeing is a top priority. This extensive network allows PetVet to offer a unique balance of local autonomy alongside national support, fostering career mobility, development opportunities, and a collaborative environment. The Hagyard Equine Medical Institute, based in Lexington, Kentucky, is internationally recognized for its leadership in equine medicine. It combines advanced technology and a highly skilled, collaborative team to advance equine health and performance. This institute provides specialized veterinary services focused on horses, making it a distinguished component of PetVet Care Centers' expansive veterinary network.

The Marketing Intern role at PetVet Care Centers' Hagyard Equine Medical Institute is an exciting opportunity for those interested in gaining hands-on experience in marketing within the veterinary and equine health industry. This internship involves supporting a variety of marketing functions across the organization, with the prospect of transitioning into a full-time role based on performance and organizational needs. The position is designed to provide broad exposure to event management, sponsorships and partnerships, digital and print media, and administrative duties within a dynamic and fast-paced environment. The role requires initiative, creativity, and a passion for both marketing and animal care, particularly equine. As a Marketing Intern, you will assist in planning and executing company events, including sponsorship activations, employee appreciation activities, conferences, symposiums, and community outreach programs. You'll help manage on-site event duties such as booth setup, content creation, and prize distribution. You will also support the development of promotional materials, event collateral, and booth designs using tools such as Canva and Adobe Creative Suite. The internship also involves digital marketing tasks, including content library updates, social media management across platforms like Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and TikTok, and copywriting. Additionally, administrative responsibilities include answering inquiries, providing tours of the Hagyard campus, and supporting marketing meetings. This role is well-suited for candidates with strong organizational skills who can multitask effectively and contribute both independently and collaboratively within a team. The schedule entails working 30-40 hours per week, primarily during weekdays from 8 AM to 4 PM, with occasional requirements for evening or weekend event support. The internship offers a competitive hourly pay range of $18-$20 USD, coupled with the opportunity to engage deeply with a leader in equine health and the broader veterinary care community. PetVet Care Centers values diversity and inclusion, operating as an equal opportunity employer dedicated to creating a respectful and accommodating workplace for all employees. Joining PetVet provides not only valuable work experience in marketing but also the chance to be part of a compassionate, impactful mission centered on enhancing life for pets and the people who love them.