Digital marketing intern

We have an internship opportunity — for the summer of 2026 or up to 12 months. As a Digital Marketing intern, you'll join our head office team and are expected to get stuck in, thinking of innovative and creative ways to share our values and mission. We have multiple marketing projects which sit across lots of our Trust. Once you have been selected, we use the feedback from your interview to match you up to a role where you will thrive the most! This could be a role that is focused primarily on social media, or on education marketing, or even on a more commercially focused marketing role. You'll be working on your own live projects and briefs, where you'll be supporting on brand initiatives and working closely with our partner agency.

Key Responsibilities

• From content and campaigns to storytelling and strategy, you'll be part of something that is growing and making a difference.
• You’ll be responsible for managing social media across all our academies, creating content, filming, editing and capturing day‑to‑day moments that bring our work to life.
• You’ll also be expected to come up with ideas, lead on creative direction, and drive collaborations that expand our reach and impact.

Qualifications

• A keen interest and instinct for digital communication and an understanding of what drives engagement.
• Sense of initiative and problem solving.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• An ability to work to deadlines whilst under pressure.
• Proactivity, with a keen eye for improved efficiency.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Good all‑round performer with emphasis on creativity and numerical skill.
• Able to work autonomously.

EEO Statement and Vetting

The David Ross Education Trust is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for our students and staff. It is our objective to ensure that job applicants and staff are treated solely on the basis of their merits, abilities and potential. We do not discriminate against any applicants on the basis of any protected characteristics. The David Ross Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo vetting appropriate to the post, including a social media presence check and Enhanced DBS check. The successful applicant will be expected to adhere to all safeguarding, welfare and health and safety policies and procedures of the Trust. All pre‑employment checks are in line with “Keeping Children Safe in Education” statutory guidance.

We are looking for an intern with a genuine instinct for digital communication and a strong understanding of how people engage online. This is not simply a behind‑the‑scenes marketing placement – we are looking for someone who naturally notices trends, understands what makes content resonate, enjoys creating engaging social media content, and is curious about how digital channels can help schools connect with students, families, staff and local communities.