Marketing Placement Opportunity (9-12 Month Academic Placement Year)
Posted 3 days ago by targetjobs UK
Negotiable
Undetermined
Remote
London, England, United Kingdom
Summary: This role offers students an opportunity to complete an academic placement year in marketing with Generation Success, focusing on hands-on experience in social media, content creation, and digital marketing. The position is remote and voluntary, providing coaching and mentoring to help students build their skills and professional network. Participants will gain real-world marketing experience while contributing to a purpose-driven organization. The placement includes various roles such as Content Creator and Social Media Assistant, with no prior marketing experience required.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support in creating content such as graphics, videos, banners, web designs, and merchandising materials.
- Manage content scheduling and posting across various platforms.
- Engage with audiences by responding to comments and inquiries.
- Monitor relevant social media trends and university communities.
Key Skills:
- Passionate about diversity, social inclusion, and the Generation Success mission.
- Proactive and motivated to learn.
- Adaptable and eager to take on new challenges.
- Effective communicators with good time management skills.
- Able to work both independently and as part of a team.
- Committed to delivering quality work and continuous learning.
- Aligned with core values: Passionate, Supportive, Hungry to Learn, Inclusive, Caring, and Adaptable.
- No prior marketing experience or specific degree required.
Salary (Rate): undetermined
City: London
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: remote
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: Entry Level
Industry: Marketing
Are you a student looking to complete an academic placement year and gain hands-on experience in marketing? Generation Success is seeking passionate and creative placement students to join our marketing team. You’ll work on real-world projects across social media, content creation, and digital marketing. This is a remote, voluntary placement designed to help you build your skills and grow your network. Coaching, training, and mentoring provided.
What You Will Gain
- Real-world marketing experience with a purpose-driven organisation
- Exposure to our network of corporate partners and mentors
- Coaching, mentoring, and professional training
- A chance to build your portfolio of work and expand your industry connections
- 28 days of annual leave (pro rata for the duration of your placement)
- Travel and meal expenses reimbursed for in-person Generation Success events
- Access to Generation Success events led by senior leaders and industry professionals
Placement Roles Available
- Content Creator and Social Media Junior Associate
- Support in creating content such as graphics, videos, banners, web designs, and merchandising materials.
- Social Media Assistant
- Manage content scheduling and posting across various platforms.
- Engage with audiences by responding to comments and inquiries.
- Monitor relevant social media trends and university communities.
What We Are Looking For
We Welcome Applications From Students Who Are
- Passionate about diversity, social inclusion, and the Generation Success mission
- Proactive and motivated to learn
- Adaptable and eager to take on new challenges
- Effective communicators with good time management skills
- Able to work both independently and as part of a team
- Committed to delivering quality work and continuous learning
- Aligned with our core values: Passionate, Supportive, Hungry to Learn, Inclusive, Caring, and Adaptable
No prior marketing experience or specific degree required. We value enthusiasm, curiosity, and a willingness to grow.
How to Apply
If you are a current student looking to complete an official academic placement year and want to gain valuable marketing experience while contributing to a meaningful mission, we encourage you to apply.