Italian Itinerary - Social media & digital marketing internship (for-credit / unpaid – AI & travel focus)

Deadline: As soon as possible

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  • Online
Employees can work remotely.

Overview

Italian Itinerary is a boutique travel design consultancy led by Linda Somma, curating immersive, slow travel experiences across Italy. We specialize in authentic, custom itineraries that connect travelers with culture, people, and place—now expanded to include yoga retreats and wellness travel. We partner with universities worldwide to offer mentorship-style academic internships designed for students seeking real-world experience in digital marketing, social media strategy, and AI-enhanced branding.

Details

What You’ll Work On

Social Media Strategy & Content Development

  • Strengthen and expand Italian Itinerary’s social media presence across Instagram and Facebook, aligning content with the brand’s core offerings—including new wellness and yoga retreat services.
  • Create and schedule high-quality branded content using tools like Canva, Meta Business Suite, ChatGPT, Perplexity, Gemini, and Claude.
  • Contribute to storytelling, visual identity, and community engagement strategies with a focus on quality and authenticity—not just growth.
  • Research and assess potential PR and influencer partnerships in the travel and wellness spaces.

AI-Powered Digital Marketing & Analytics

  • Use AI tools to support email marketing strategy, segmenting audiences and personalizing outreach.
  • Help create simple analytics reports using AI-generated data to evaluate performance and inform strategy.
  • Support in the ideation and delivery of online webinars, digital campaigns, and special event promotions.

Opportunity is About


Eligibility

Candidates should be from:


Description of Ideal Candidate

What We’re Looking For

  • Fluency in English (strong written and spoken communication skills).
  • High attention to detail and a proactive, independent work ethic.
  • Enthusiasm for AI-driven digital marketing and social media growth.
  • Strong research skills and ability to identify high-value collaborations.
  • Creativity in content creation, campaign development, and audience engagement.
  • Any experience with WordPress, SEO, or AI-enhanced marketing tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Jasper, Canva) is a plus.
  • Italian language skills are a plus but not required.

Who Should Apply

Ideal for students pursuing a Master’s or advanced Bachelor’s degree in:

  • Digital Marketing
  • Business or Communications
  • Hospitality / Tourism
  • Social Media Strategy
  • Branding or AI-Enhanced Content Creation

You are:

  • A strong communicator in English (spoken and written)
  • Proactive, reliable, and organized
  • Passionate about digital storytelling, branding, and travel
  • Curious about AI tools and their role in content and strategy
  • Familiar with Canva, Meta tools, or generative AI platforms
  • Bonus: Italian language skills or prior exposure to Italian culture

Dates

Deadline: As soon as possible


Cost/funding for participants

Please note: This is an unpaid internship structured to meet curricular / university credit requirements. It is not a paid job or entry-level employment opportunity.

Perks & Benefits

  • Real-world, hands-on experience with cutting-edge AI marketing tools
  • In-depth exposure to slow travel and wellness tourism
  • Mentorship with a bilingual solopreneur and industry expert
  • Access to occasional gratis or discounted travel opportunities in Italy
  • Portfolio-worthy content and strategy projects to support future career goals
  • This is a mentorship-based academic internship designed for students seeking meaningful, real-world experience—not a salaried role. You'll gain personalized guidance, skill-building opportunities, and support aligned with your university or program requirements.
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