Splish Splash Marketing & Events Intern

Our story began 75 years ago when the Herschend family discovered wonder deep in an Ozark Mountain cave—and chose to share it with the world. Today, Herschend is the largest family-held themed attractions company, with 49 leading attractions and immersive experiences that reach audiences worldwide.

While each brand offers something unique, all are united by a shared purpose: Bringing Families Closer Together by Creating Memories Worth Repeating®. Our passionate hosts make this purpose possible through everyday acts of love and service—what we call Heartspitality®—the intersection of heart and hospitality.

As an equal-opportunity employer, we strive to provide environments where every host, guest, and partner feel welcome, valued, and loved. We firmly believe that words and actions matter, which is why all individuals are to be treated equally and with respect. 

Splish Splash, New York’s largest water park, is seeking a seasonal Marketing & Events Intern to assist through the operating season. The Intern will work alongside Marketing leadership. This position will be responsible for managing in-park promotional events held at Splish Splash throughout the season, as well as working with corporate and third-party professionals and individual park guests.

The ideal candidate must exhibit excellent work ethic and communication skills, demonstrate creativity, and understand the importance of attending to even the smallest details.

This position is also responsible for assisting Sales & Marketing leadership with a variety of marketing duties as they relate to Splish Splash.

We are currently looking for a:

 

Splish Splash Marketing & Events Intern

Roles & Responsibilities:

 

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Assist with in-park events to include pre-planning and day-of execution including set-up and tear down, with possibility of multiple events on the same day, with each event having its own unique set up requirements.
• Lead and complete special projects and initiatives related to marketing, sales, and content creation
• Assist in taking photos and/or videos of events and park for use in digital content and catalog digital content for use by Park Content Manager.
• Assist Marketing team in responding to park reviews and guest inquiries via social media and email
• Assist with ticket printing and distribution for group events, as needed
• Ensure cleanliness and safety within assigned areas and perform all tasks in compliance with company safety guidelines and requirements
• Escalate safety and maintenance concerns to the Park leadership
• Respond to and resolve customer inquiries via phone, email and CRM platforms
• Establish and cultivate internal relationships with park operations and leadership to ensure the relevance and success of events execution
• All other duties as assigned by leadership
• Pay Rate: $17 per hour

Education and Experience:

• Currently majoring in (or graduated with) a Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Event Management, Communications, Public Relations, or related discipline.
• 1+ year of related experience highly desired but not required.
• Previous waterpark, amusement park, or theme park experience a plus

Language: Ability to read, write, and speak fluent English; Spanish or other bilingual language skills are a plus.

Requirements: 

• Must be at least 18 years of age to comply with New York State Child Labor Laws
• Ability to work flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Must have reliable transportation to and from your scheduled shift
• Must possess exceptional customer service skills, with an ability to resolve questions, problems, issues, and concerns in a positive and professional manner
• Ability to handle high-pressure situations, meet the demands of constant deadlines and coordinate multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
• Ability to maintain composure and a high degree of professionalism when handling and/or responding to negative feedback
• Must possess strong written and verbal communication skills and be comfortable communicating directly with potential and existing customers
• Must be comfortable speaking in front of large groups
• Must possess strong attention to detail and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to help write content in a clear, concise and professional manner
• Good photography skills are a plus
• Ability to use office technology and equipment, such as PC, software, copier, and telephone
• Ability to follow direction, multi-task, and work as part of a team as well as independently

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to remain seated for extended periods of time, while using a computer
• Ability to stand, walk, and remain on feet for long periods of time throughout the day
• Ability to occasionally stoop, twist, kneel, bend, squat, or reach above shoulders
• Ability to carry, push, pull, lift, and hold objects weighing 20 pounds or more

Working Conditions:

• This role will be based in an office setting with frequent interaction with other outdoor park locations
• Frequent exposure to the variable outside temperatures, including high heat, cold, direct sun, humidity, dust, rain, and other weather conditions

Subject to frequent interruptions, constant repetitive motion, high noise levels, flashing lights, and heavily populated environments
 

Team member benefits:

 

Working at Splish Splash is about making people happy! It’s about being independent and having fun, making new friends and earning extra money while doing so. As a Splish Splash employee, you can be the smiling face that makes a great first impression for incoming guests, a cook that serves up tasty treats and culinary delights, a lifeguard who soaks up the sun while keeping guests safe, or a ride operator that keeps guests coming back for more thrills! There are many exciting seasonal job opportunities available to take your summer job to new heights!
Splish Splash Perks & Benefits:
·    Flexible schedule
·    Ability to cross-train and learn unique skills across various departments
·    Free admission to Splish Splash on your days off
·    Invitations to exclusive company-sponsored employee events throughout the season

We’ve got great jobs for people just starting out in the workforce, looking for a second job or staying active after retirement. If you want a fun, flexible job with an innovative company, look no further than Splish Splash Water Park. Apply today!